Best Teen & Young Adult Mermaid Fiction
Books by Anna Banks: The Syrena Legacy Of Poseidon (Book 1) Of Triton (Book 2) Of Neptune (Book 3). “A refreshing story filled with vibrant characters, feisty humor, and an irresistible romance.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"Anna Banks really surprised me with Of Poseidon and I actually fell in love with this story about a chapter into the book. Galen and Emma meet on a beach for the first time and while they both feel an instant connection something goes terribly wrong. Emma can communicate with fish and can stay under water for long periods of time. He is the Prince over the Triton family and he is almost compelled to follow the rules and have everyone fall in line with them, which of course Emma never does. It’s a constant back and forth and one of the reasons why their romantic relationship takes so long to form. I loved the jealousy Galen felt around Emma when she was hanging out with other guys of when he stalked her on her date which was hilarious. Plus mythology was thrown in and Ann Banks certainly did a fine job of creating such a great and compelling story. He doesn't have to look up to know the sizzling sound in the kitchen is from Rachel spitting her pineapple juice into the hot skillet. Want to, I mean-" If a Syrena could drown, this is what it would feel like.”. Swoon: "His mouth covers mine, cutting me off."
"It has a similar feel to the Paranormalcy series by Kiersten White. They are fun supernatural YA with young female protagonists whose lives completely change. The mermaids...or rather Syrena as they prefer to be called...were interesting. Some things I had to leave my marine biology degree behind and just accept the world Banks created. It confused me, especially when I would first pick up the book and not realize whose chapter it was."
"First Thoughts. Well, I was lucky enough to receive an ARC of- Of Triton but I had yet to read of Poseidon. My Thoughts. First off, you guys should know I just finished Of Poseidon like two minutes ago, literally. Of Poseidon is a story about a girl named Emma, who is just an average high school student. Upon their first touch both can tell there is an instant connection, but Galen notices that she might be more than the average student. I'm pretty sure I read his description multiple times so that I could have the perfect picture in my head. I could read a book with just their interaction and I'm pretty sure by the end I will have abs from laughing so hard. I got so excited when I read that, being an African American myself we are not really represented that much in YA books so I was leaping with joy with this bit of information. I had no idea I was even near the end so when I caught sight of the last sentence I was ready to flip my page and nothing was there. If you are a fan of laughing out loud, swoon worthy boys and mermaids, then I recommend Of Poseidon to you!!!"
Enter the world of Amanda Hocking's Watersong, a place of breathtaking beauty, immortal power―and terrifying secrets. Three sisters with mysterious powers, they invite Gemma to join their exclusive circle, and it changes her in ways she never imagined. And as she uncovers the truth, she's is forced to choose between staying with those she loves―or entering a new world brimming with dark hungers and unimaginable secrets. High school, family, young love, and mythology all combine to create an easy-to-read paranormal suspense story that will have fans eagerly awaiting new installments.” ― Booklist. Wake is full of thrills, eerie suspense and mystery… incredibly difficult to put down.” ― The Book Faery. A brand new series that reawakens everything we love in underwater mythology, Wake by Amanda Hocking will certainly leave you with the desire to pick up more of her titles.” ― A Cupcake and a Latte. The thrill of the water, the history that propels the reader deeper, Wake is awesome!” ― Books with Bite. “A wonderfully adventurous and dynamic series, full of high intrigue, mythology, paranormal lore, romance, and suspense. “Great chemistry … plus a family history that just makes your heart ache and you've definitely got a recipe for a fantastic new series. “Hocking hits all the commercial high notes… She knows how to keep readers turning the pages.” ― New York Times Book Review.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"***. Wake is an imaginative, captivating and delightful first book in author Amanda Hocking's Watersong series. With a few unexpected twists, dark secrets and grisly discoveries, and an opening that hints at all that is to come, this story will immediately engage and entertain. Combining fantasy and myth, Wake introduces readers to Gemma Fisher, a girl who is confident, beautiful and determined. Wake sets the stage for this series, gives readers a bit of a mystery to solve, puts a character in an incredibly difficult predicament and leaves things wide open for the next book. In Wake readers will learn what happens to Gemma after her encounter with the three terrifying but stunningly beautiful girls that have come to the town of Capri. And with its quick pace, easy flow and not one but two budding romances, Wake will appeal to readers who are fans of mermaid stories with a bit of a darker feel, fans of the author and readers just looking for a fast, fun and engaging story."
"After hanging out with Penn and her friends one night Gemma starts to find out that something is not right, what did the girls do to her?"
"Gemma is a girl who gets plunged into an insane situation that would make any person pull a 'Bella' real quick."
"Having read most of Amanda Hocking's self-published books, I was hesitant to buy Wake. I had to read it. Would I read the next book if someone lent it to me?"
"Harper falls in love with the guy she first intensely dislikes. It also annoyed me how Penn, Lexi and Thea are all described like creepy and scary, and how fast they are connected to the bad stuff that is happening, while Hocking never really explains _why_ people get the feeling that the girls are creepy and up to no good."
But when Ersel's childhood friend and suitor catches them together, he gives Ersel a choice: Say goodbye to Ragna or face justice at the hands of the glacier's brutal king. "Told in gorgeous, haunting prose that makes you feel the cold of the ice shelf and the murky hidden depths of the sea, The Seafarer's Kiss offers a fairy-tale retelling that will have you hoping that this time the mermaid will get her mate and that happily ever after she never did in the Hans Christian Anderson original." "A beautiful Norse retelling of The Little Mermaid , featuring a young mermaid desperate to break free and a shieldmaiden bent on revenge -- dark and romantic, and definitely recommended."
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Find Best Price at Amazon"Ragna, the female love interest of the story is a super strong fighter woman who is out for revenge and we need more of her in all stories. I don't know if you caught it but it is a f/f love story, that was so fun to read. I love mermaid everything so it was already right up my alley, if you have any more mermaid recommendations I am here for them! It was exactly what I wanted, a fun perfect read, and even though it is set in the nasty cold weather I think it was perfect for summer because mermaids will always mean summer to me."
"I have read that this is The Little Mermaid retelling and although it holds true in some aspects, I loved The Seafarer’s Kiss for it’s own beauty of the characters and world. When these things unfold, that’s where the trickster God, Loki, comes into play and you will be left on the edge of your seat for the rest of the book. Julia Ember delivered an important message throughout the book and was inclusive with sexuality, gender, and body."
Best Teen & Young Adult Vampire Fiction
All six books in the #1 New York Times bestselling Mortal Instruments series, now available in a collectible paperback boxed set. She is the coauthor of The Bane Chronicles with Sarah Rees Brennan and Maureen Johnson and Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy with Sarah Rees Brennan, Maureen Johnson, and Robin Wasserman, as well as The Shadowhunter’s Codex, which she cowrote with her husband, Joshua Lewis.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"Having the 5 book series is an outstanding way to read the series as it is convenient to open one book and keep going through all five as if in one book."
"Really enjoyed the book as it was more detailed than the new show."
"Love these books and the set definitely saved me some money!"
"Package came in great condition."
"However, after finishing the fifth book I was still wondering where the story was going... so many unfinished stories that are waiting to be told."
"Great priced set."
"As a serious and avid reader I didn't know what to expect from this series. I had seen the movie and thought that was actually not bad so I figured I would read the books."
"I love these books!!!"
Best Teen & Young Adult Werewolf & Shifter Fiction
All six books in the #1 New York Times bestselling Mortal Instruments series, now available in a collectible paperback boxed set. She is the coauthor of The Bane Chronicles with Sarah Rees Brennan and Maureen Johnson and Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy with Sarah Rees Brennan, Maureen Johnson, and Robin Wasserman, as well as The Shadowhunter’s Codex, which she cowrote with her husband, Joshua Lewis.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Having the 5 book series is an outstanding way to read the series as it is convenient to open one book and keep going through all five as if in one book."
"Really enjoyed the book as it was more detailed than the new show."
"Love these books and the set definitely saved me some money!"
"Package came in great condition."
"However, after finishing the fifth book I was still wondering where the story was going... so many unfinished stories that are waiting to be told."
"Great priced set."
"As a serious and avid reader I didn't know what to expect from this series. I had seen the movie and thought that was actually not bad so I figured I would read the books."
"I love these books!!!"