Annie Cosby

I honestly enjoyed reading this book. I never felt like I was reading a requested book. It really pulls you in. You fall totally in love with all of the characters, even some of the bad ones, and you just want to see where the current takes them. It did take a little bit to get into the action (by action I mean romance, hello), but it was well worth the wait.

I have to say, it was....

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I received a copy from Netgalley.

I came across this title while browsing through Netgalley, and it sounded interesting, though I've not had good experience with YA books based on water creature mythology. I started reading this one as soon as I received the approval email...and loved it right off.

Even from the first 10% I knew this would be a five starer. The writing was vivid, the characters engaging and fascinating, I loved Cora right from the start, so easy for me to identify with and understand where she's coming from. All the characters were well put together and fleshed out. Even the ones I didn't like.

There was an intriguing little mystery in the plot, even though I figured out where that bit of the story was going before half way through it didn't matter because the story telling was so good. I have a weakness for small towns by the sea setting, and this one captured that setting perfectly.

Excellently written and very emotional through out. A fantastic story, very touching, and even made me cry.

So a huge thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for granting my request to view this title. I loved it and can't wait for the second in the series.… (mehr)

**ARC provided by publisher via NetGalley in exchange of a honest review

Actual Rating: 2.5

Hmmm. The book is not bad but it's not that great either. It's totally forgettable but I would not deny the fact that I earned few laughs while reading this.

I don't know what to feel about Cora, the heroine, actually. You know the feeling when somebody forbids you to do something and you want to do it because you want to feel in control? Cora is on the rebellious stage of her life. I find her annoying sometimes because she complains so much about her parents just because they want her to go to college. She rather wants to travel the world! Uhm. Okay. It's not like everybody have what she have. But she was funny, too. I liked her sarcasm.

Rory, the male lead, was a douche. Seriously. I'm having conflicting feelings about him. I liked him sometimes and other times, not so much. He basically acted like a jerk when he found out that Cora lives in the "big houses" (which means she's filthy rich) without even getting to know her.

I actually forgot that this book is a part of a series while reading. The ending made me remember it. Seriously. When does cliffhangers became popular? They're like everywhere now! Sorry if my ramblings are annoying.

This is an okay read but I got bored in some parts. I will definitely pick up the next book if I have time though so I can see what happens from here. :)… (mehr)

**ARC provided by publisher via NetGalley in exchange of a honest review

Actual Rating: 2.5

Hmmm. The book is not bad but it's not that great either. It's totally forgettable but I would not deny the fact that I earned few laughs while reading this.

I don't know what to feel about Cora, the heroine, actually. You know the feeling when somebody forbids you to do something and you want to do it because you want to feel in control? Cora is on the rebellious stage of her life. I find her annoying sometimes because she complains so much about her parents just because they want her to go to college. She rather wants to travel the world! Uhm. Okay. It's not like everybody have what she have. But she was funny, too. I liked her sarcasm.

Rory, the male lead, was a douche. Seriously. I'm having conflicting feelings about him. I liked him sometimes and other times, not so much. He basically acted like a jerk when he found out that Cora lives in the "big houses" (which means she's filthy rich) without even getting to know her.

I actually forgot that this book is a part of a series while reading. The ending made me remember it. Seriously. When does cliffhangers became popular? They're like everywhere now! Sorry if my ramblings are annoying.

This is an okay read but I got bored in some parts. I will definitely pick up the next book if I have time though so I can see what happens from here. :)… (mehr)