The Siren by Keira Cass
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The Siren by Keira Cass
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Hope you're doing well. As much as I love fiction I particularly didn't like this one. This book struck me a bit unsatisfying. I usually opt for books which have a lot going on and also where you can connect with the characters. I did like Isabelle though. This book was also in the top picks of New York Times. Do let me know which characters you liked and what you think of the story!. I would rate this book a 6 out of 10
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This story is about a teenage girl who becomes a siren during a tragic incident at sea, and the struggles she'll soon face.
There is not just one setting or location, as the character(s) have to travel a lot. The scenery and locations are described wonderfully, and are easy to visualize.
There are quite a few surprises, and some will keep you guessing until the end. Also each character is easy to distinguish, as there are many.
This story is not just about the lives of sirens, but the struggles they face, like communicating with people or even falling in love. There are a few emotional moments in the story where you just might get misty eyes.
My thoughts!: I honestly loved everything about this book! From the sirens unique way of traveling to the heart wrenching love story. I couldn't have asked for a better ending. This story will surely give you a different perspective on Sirens of the Ocean.
5/5 for this YA Fiction!
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Kahlen is a siren indebted to the Ocean. She and her sisters learn to cope with the rules and obligations that come with their particular profession.
Kiera Cass does a lovely job of creating likeable characters and gives the reader an unexpected take on the world and duties of a siren. It makes for a fun read with a sweet love story thrown in to boot. It is a story she originally wrote in her beginning years as a writer though. Luckily I knew this ahead of time, so I wasn't expecting the same sort of writing she has shown in the Selection series. It lacks some of the depth of the dystopian society Cass writes about in the Selection, but by thinking of them as separate entities this book was still very enjoyable.
The book is a light and fun read while still taking some serious tones when the situation calls for it.The best part of this book is learning about the sirens and their world. That means there's not a lot I can tell about it without ruining the experience of the book.
Rating
I'd give this book a 3 out of 4. While I probably won't read it again, this was a unique take on the life of a siren and was definitely worth the one time read.
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I gave this book 2 out of 4 stars and part of the reason why I was generous is because this is Keira Cass' first written novel.
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This novel also has a very important role of ocean, how sometimes she is scary and sometimes a mother.
This novel has so many emotions contained. You will cry,smile and sometimes get afraid too.
My thoughts: I loved how the author portrayed the character of Akinli and kahlen, you start loving Akinli as you read the book. And you feel the situation of kahlen, how she is thinking, behaving all the things. And the end i loved the Book.
Rating:- 3 stars ( The ending could have been better, it felt like something was left which wasn't completed)
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