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pslili1998's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
It was fine but felt bored while reading it.
pborrelli4214's review against another edition
3.0
An interesting story but honestly I hated Manus with a passion. Saorse (sp) was a bit too passive for my taste. I feel if he had a change of heart sooner than the last few chapters, I may have loved him. That being said, I love this world and I did finish.
bookwormymegan's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
becxreadz's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Liked
*Sea setting
*Declan and the glass forger's characters
Disliked
*Manus is a terrible love interest. He's poor AF, stupid AF, treats her like a thing instead of a person, lies to her, and is a lover
*Soarisa is naive and latches on to the first human she meets to give her an escape
*Zero chemistry
*Ends with a baby
*Sea setting
*Declan and the glass forger's characters
Disliked
*Manus is a terrible love interest. He's poor AF, stupid AF, treats her like a thing instead of a person, lies to her, and is a lover
*Soarisa is naive and latches on to the first human she meets to give her an escape
*Zero chemistry
*Ends with a baby
wildfaeriecaps's review against another edition
4.0
Not typically a fan of The Little Mermaid but it seems that Emma Hamm can do no wrong with these reimaginings. Hoping to see more of Declan in the future! (though I don't think he's got his own book yet. *sobs*)
rayonx's review against another edition
2.0
This book in one sentence: Little mermaid retelling set in the same universe as [b:Heart of the Fae|35919863|Heart of the Fae (The Otherworld, #1)|Emma Hamm|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1501971330l/35919863._SY75_.jpg|57451218].
My rating: ⭐⭐⭐
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My rating: ⭐⭐⭐
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starlightbooktales's review against another edition
4.0
I received a copy from the author in exchange for an honest review.
4.5 Stars
This retelling of a classic had me dying for more. Saoirse, a mermaid is being forced to choose a husband, but when she refuses, her father chooses for her. When Saoirse saves the life of Manus, a human, their worlds suddenly collide. Both Manus and Saoirse plan to use the other to escape their current lives, but fate has other plans.
Emma Hamm has splashed her way into my heart with this book. I absolutely adored this retelling and the twists she threw in. I am so excited to jump into her other books. Because if they are half as good as this one, I know I am going to love rest of The Otherworld.
If you like mermaids, love, and the open sea than this book is definitely for you. It has all you could want in a book, drama, love, and amazing characters. Saoirse will have you wrapped around her tail in no time.
4.5 Stars
This retelling of a classic had me dying for more. Saoirse, a mermaid is being forced to choose a husband, but when she refuses, her father chooses for her. When Saoirse saves the life of Manus, a human, their worlds suddenly collide. Both Manus and Saoirse plan to use the other to escape their current lives, but fate has other plans.
Emma Hamm has splashed her way into my heart with this book. I absolutely adored this retelling and the twists she threw in. I am so excited to jump into her other books. Because if they are half as good as this one, I know I am going to love rest of The Otherworld.
If you like mermaids, love, and the open sea than this book is definitely for you. It has all you could want in a book, drama, love, and amazing characters. Saoirse will have you wrapped around her tail in no time.
jessyhayward's review against another edition
3.0
Bride of the Sea is a cute (albeit slightly cliche) retelling of The Little Mermaid inspired by Irish mythology. It’s darker than the Disney version, of course, and features merrows and other fae. As for my opinion on it…it was good. It wasn’t ground-breaking by any means, but I enjoyed the story and the main romance. If you like The Little Mermaid, sirens/mermaids, and/or Irish mythology, then you’ll probably like this.