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melissasbookshelf 's review for:
Awakened
by Roseanna M. White
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Ahh! Roseanna M. White has definitely found a new genre. Her debut romantasy Awakened is absolutely amazing!!! I loved this book. It’s a clever, unique mermaid tale like I’ve never read before that brilliantly combines romance, futuristic science, mermaid lore, & faith.
As the Awakening Ceremony approaches, Arden Bleu knows her sister Jade will excel all expectations & have magic awakened within her. After all, “magic follows beauty.” But, when Jade is kidnapped by sea dwelling mer determined to unlock her magic for themselves, Arden must face the powerful Sea King to ask for help.
Seidon, the Sea King of Daryatla has lived for centuries searching for the woman who can match him in every way & fulfill the prophesy, granting him the family he’s longed for. After many years away, he returns to his kingdom hoping to prevent a war & find the one he’s almost given up waiting for. When he feels magic beckoning him in the water & learns of Jade’s kidnapping, he believes she might be the one. As he & Arden work together to find her sister, he really sees Arden & feels a strong pull to her, but will he risk breaking their hearts when Jade is his destiny? Only the Great Golden Sea Hawk who’s been guarding the sisters their whole lives holds the key.
This story was utterly addictive! I adored Seidon. The delicious banter between him & Arden was so much fun. Though he’s a powerful being, he has such a delightful, playful personality that completely drew me in. I loved how loyal he is to Arden & the heart achingly beautiful way he loves her.
Arden’s been in her sister’s shadow her whole life. I loved seeing her grow more confident in herself & her abilities. I also loved how from the start she was willing to tease the king right back & didn’t let his powerful position intimidate her.
The world building was amazing! I loved exploring the mer world & the author’s creative spin on mermaids. I loved Jade’s perspective & how she navigates her captivity. Also enjoyed the unique way faith was shared. Excited to explore more of this world & others alluded to.
Highly recommend! Can’t wait for more books! I received an advanced copy from the author with no expectation of a positive review. All opinions are completely my own & provided voluntarily.
As the Awakening Ceremony approaches, Arden Bleu knows her sister Jade will excel all expectations & have magic awakened within her. After all, “magic follows beauty.” But, when Jade is kidnapped by sea dwelling mer determined to unlock her magic for themselves, Arden must face the powerful Sea King to ask for help.
Seidon, the Sea King of Daryatla has lived for centuries searching for the woman who can match him in every way & fulfill the prophesy, granting him the family he’s longed for. After many years away, he returns to his kingdom hoping to prevent a war & find the one he’s almost given up waiting for. When he feels magic beckoning him in the water & learns of Jade’s kidnapping, he believes she might be the one. As he & Arden work together to find her sister, he really sees Arden & feels a strong pull to her, but will he risk breaking their hearts when Jade is his destiny? Only the Great Golden Sea Hawk who’s been guarding the sisters their whole lives holds the key.
This story was utterly addictive! I adored Seidon. The delicious banter between him & Arden was so much fun. Though he’s a powerful being, he has such a delightful, playful personality that completely drew me in. I loved how loyal he is to Arden & the heart achingly beautiful way he loves her.
Arden’s been in her sister’s shadow her whole life. I loved seeing her grow more confident in herself & her abilities. I also loved how from the start she was willing to tease the king right back & didn’t let his powerful position intimidate her.
The world building was amazing! I loved exploring the mer world & the author’s creative spin on mermaids. I loved Jade’s perspective & how she navigates her captivity. Also enjoyed the unique way faith was shared. Excited to explore more of this world & others alluded to.
Highly recommend! Can’t wait for more books! I received an advanced copy from the author with no expectation of a positive review. All opinions are completely my own & provided voluntarily.