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anovelstart's review against another edition
4.0
I received a free copy of this book by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This will in no way affect my review or my opinion of the book.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, it was quite different to anything I've read before. It's about a mermaid who doesn't want to be a mermaid, who needs to mutually fall in love with a human male to become human. Interesting, right?
I only have one fault with the book (which makes a change ;) ). Basically, the second half of the book was perfect. However, the first half could have had more emotion put into it. The emotion in the first half is more like description, rather than actual emotion that the reader feels and relates to. Thankfully though this improved the further I got into the book so it was no longer a complaint by the end.
As for the storyline, very interesting! I wanted to carry on reading just so I could find out if she'd turn human, if she was lying, if she had - in fact - seduced him. There were so many questions brought to my attention in this new world Rowley created, I like a book that does that. Furthermore, they're all answered by the end of the book! Fantastic news!
I have put a warning on this book because it does get hot and steamy in places. An obvious part of love is loving each other in an intimate way and this new couple (obviously) want to sample each others delights! That's the only reason I've put this warning on, it's not a book you'd read to your children! I'd still recommend it to anyone mature enough to appreciate the emotion in the acts though, they are trying to make love after all, not just hot and steamy sex.
It's nice to see a main character as naive as Merielle. She's totally new to everything human, and I just had to smile when she says the most luxurious and best part of being human is a shower! The things we take for granted, ey? She's totally new to gossip and the such, it's nice to see Nik try to protect her socially even though he's warring with his emotions about her. To me it shows honour and respect. The type of character Merielle is, is definitely my favourite aspect of the book. In some respect she's like a child.
I'd definitely recommend this book to lovers of fantasy, myths and mermaids. Also to people who like old-world court etiquette. It's a unique story that's bound to be appreciated.
To see more of my reviews, please visit my blog at: http://www.anovelstart.com
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, it was quite different to anything I've read before. It's about a mermaid who doesn't want to be a mermaid, who needs to mutually fall in love with a human male to become human. Interesting, right?
I only have one fault with the book (which makes a change ;) ). Basically, the second half of the book was perfect. However, the first half could have had more emotion put into it. The emotion in the first half is more like description, rather than actual emotion that the reader feels and relates to. Thankfully though this improved the further I got into the book so it was no longer a complaint by the end.
As for the storyline, very interesting! I wanted to carry on reading just so I could find out if she'd turn human, if she was lying, if she had - in fact - seduced him. There were so many questions brought to my attention in this new world Rowley created, I like a book that does that. Furthermore, they're all answered by the end of the book! Fantastic news!
I have put a warning on this book because it does get hot and steamy in places. An obvious part of love is loving each other in an intimate way and this new couple (obviously) want to sample each others delights! That's the only reason I've put this warning on, it's not a book you'd read to your children! I'd still recommend it to anyone mature enough to appreciate the emotion in the acts though, they are trying to make love after all, not just hot and steamy sex.
It's nice to see a main character as naive as Merielle. She's totally new to everything human, and I just had to smile when she says the most luxurious and best part of being human is a shower! The things we take for granted, ey? She's totally new to gossip and the such, it's nice to see Nik try to protect her socially even though he's warring with his emotions about her. To me it shows honour and respect. The type of character Merielle is, is definitely my favourite aspect of the book. In some respect she's like a child.
I'd definitely recommend this book to lovers of fantasy, myths and mermaids. Also to people who like old-world court etiquette. It's a unique story that's bound to be appreciated.
To see more of my reviews, please visit my blog at: http://www.anovelstart.com
gudzilla's review against another edition
4.0
Received a copy from netgalley in exchange of an honest review.
Mermaid being one of my favorite mythical creatures, I really liked this novel. I find it hard to put it down and read it straight in a day. I admit I have skipped some pages when either Meri or Nick dwelled too much on their feeling but in my defense I wanted to know how this ends and fast!
Merielle turned away from her people as she didn't like to take life of innocent sailors which was normal way for her people. Disgusted by their people's life and in hope to find new life for herself she runs away and finds herself into human's world. Nick struggles from his past and guilt ridden from his parents death and his little brother Jon's disappearance in sea (suspects taken/killed by mermaids). When his suspension is confirmed by Meri, he doesn't even want to see her and runs away multiple times from her. Meri not only convince her innocence but also makes Nick see optimistic future and helps him and heals him. In a way, they are perfect for each other.
The writing style and dialogues remind you of noble manners of King & Queen's era and very refreshing read from norm. I really liked story narration and creativity of author and would like to read the entire series as I'd like to know what happens to dark elves problem or promise that Nick and Meri had given to merpeople in the hast. All in all, great read....
Mermaid being one of my favorite mythical creatures, I really liked this novel. I find it hard to put it down and read it straight in a day. I admit I have skipped some pages when either Meri or Nick dwelled too much on their feeling but in my defense I wanted to know how this ends and fast!
Merielle turned away from her people as she didn't like to take life of innocent sailors which was normal way for her people. Disgusted by their people's life and in hope to find new life for herself she runs away and finds herself into human's world. Nick struggles from his past and guilt ridden from his parents death and his little brother Jon's disappearance in sea (suspects taken/killed by mermaids). When his suspension is confirmed by Meri, he doesn't even want to see her and runs away multiple times from her. Meri not only convince her innocence but also makes Nick see optimistic future and helps him and heals him. In a way, they are perfect for each other.
The writing style and dialogues remind you of noble manners of King & Queen's era and very refreshing read from norm. I really liked story narration and creativity of author and would like to read the entire series as I'd like to know what happens to dark elves problem or promise that Nick and Meri had given to merpeople in the hast. All in all, great read....
arguemore's review
4.0
It had a pretty solid plot to it. Quite different from most of the mermaid stories. An enjoyable read.
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