A review by sfbookgirl
The Siren by Katherine St. John

adventurous dark mysterious relaxing tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

After loving Katherine St. John’s first novel, The Lion’s Den, I couldn’t wait to pick up her second book, The Siren. The Siren is unique with its mixture of beachy vibes and heart-thumping thrills. On the picturesque beaches of St. Genesius, a Hollywood film is being filmed starring the famous actor Cole Power and his ex-wife. Three very different women, Coles ex-wife Stella, film producer Taylor, and Stella’s assistant Felicity all have an agenda to execute. 
 
When a strong hurricane brews offshore, each woman finds herself trapped on the island, united against a common enemy. I really enjoyed the perfectly executed mixture of beach vacation vibes with a suspenseful underlying tone. The Siren has a juicy plot with ample drama but isn’t what I would consider a mystery. The big secrets are relatively easy to guess, but what Katherine St. John does well is writing an addictive story that keeps you turning pages. 
 
Thank you Grand Central Pub for a gifted copy! 
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