A
Series Review
The
Syrena Legacy
Titles:
Of Poseidon, Of Triton, Of Neptune
(Legacy
Lost, The Stranger, Girls Day Out, Human Date)
Author:
Anna Banks
Release
date of last book: May 13, 2014
Publisher:
Macmillan
Synopsis:
Galen, a Syrena prince, searches land for a girl he’s heard can communicate with fish. It’s while Emma is on vacation at the beach that she meets Galen. Although their connection is immediate and powerful, Galen’s not fully convinced that Emma’s the one he’s been looking for. That is, until a deadly encounter with a shark proves that Emma and her Gift may be the only thing that can save his kingdom. He needs her help—no matter what the risk. - Macmillan
First
Sentence (First book): I smack into him as if shoved from
behind.
First
Sentence (Last book): I dig my bare feet into the sand, getting
just close enough to the water for the mid-morning waves to tickle my
toes.
My
thoughts:
It
has been so long since I posted my first review of Of Poseidon and Of
Triton. I came to know of these series in twitter (like as always)
and said let me try this and I wasn't disappointed. I don't about
those who have read these books but I swear I love them so much. I've
always been a fan of Little Mermaid (hashtag no shame)-so it
fascinates me to read something about half-human, half-fish beings of
the ocean called Syrena.
“Syrena,
not mermaid.”-Galen Forza
The
Syrena Legacy or Syrena series is a very nice read that's just light
and can make you smile everytime. When you read this you won't help
but just enjoy every single page, those hilarious jokes and sweet,
swoon-worthy moments. The overall writing style is nice. The story is
fast-paced that you can never stop to turn the pages until eventually
(you didn't even know) you have finished the book already. There
won't ever be a part of it where you'll get bored, I promise. I don't
think I've ever laughed out loud from a series this much before. The
characters are so jovial and alive, they we're all just like playful
teens.
You'll
fall in love with Emma McIntosh from the first page of Of Poseidon.
She's witty, funny, and a natural beauty. I mean with all the violet
eyes and blond glory who wouldn't? Every reaction she had was like I
would've reacted that way in situations like that. The fact that she
often got shy and her temper was one of the things I adored most
about her. (She's like me except for the funny part, that's why)
And
then...there's Galen. Galen Forza, full syrena, triton royal, 6
pack-abs. (drools) He has this aura of strength and loyalty and
sexiness, that all girls can fell for. You would instantly know like
a reflex that him and Emma are perfect for each other. Also there's
Toraf, a cute little funk syrena so hilarious he could make you pee
laughing. Swoon-worthy and drool-worthy guys you say? Read this!
They'll know how to make your hearts all melty.
Once
you read this I swear there would be no way to put it down after you
picked it up. You'll get everything from the first book to the last,
laughter, hotness, cuteness, and heartbreak. It's not just light and
fun all books ought to have so painful moments. But seriously, what
is better than a book that triggers a full range of emotion? Nothing!
In the last book of the installment the story plot has improved a
lot. There's a lot to of action, a lot of cause to fight, to have a
sense of something more complicated. If on the earlier books it was
focused on the character development, now is the time for the story
developments, you will meet here new characters, new villains and a
whole new lot of spice in the last book. If you think Emma is an
outcast and have no hope to fit in, well.. you should read the last
book.
Somehow
Anna managed to fit in all the characters to have a vital role and
she did it well though I missed a lot of Toraf and Rayna's (Galen's
sister) cuteness and hilariousness. They we're on the last few
chapters but at least they're there. Emma seems to have became a bit
serious in her life and that now she acts very grown-up and serious.
I missed her funny comments and comebacks. Emma and Galen had fully
accepted and finally understood what they truly are and what their
role in their kingdoms is. You know that moment when everything in
your mind is like a mental puzzle and everything clicks into place.
It felt like it when I finished reading Of Neptune.
You
know the best thing about reading is when you have not only a book
but a series that literally blew you away! Of Poseidon to Of Neptune
are such beautiful books that everybody needs (emphasis on the needs)
to read. And just look at the gorgeous covers, why wouldn't you want
to have them sitting on your shelves? But these books have not just
incredible covers, oh no! This series is a mind-freakin-blowing
wonderment. Why should you read this series? Well see it for
yourself. Don't talk to me yet unless you have added them on your TBR
list or read all of the books. Hope I make myself clear with that.
“Are
you going to be lost too without Emma and Galen, Toraf and Rayna?”
- Anna
Kind
of bittersweet to say, but most definitely yes.
Favorite
book in the Series: Of Triton
3
Books. 3 Phrases. 3 Words.
Galen
and Emma. Toraf and Rayna. Syrenas, Not mermaids.
Rate: 5/5 stars
PS:
Thanks Anna for all those fantabulous Of Poseidon swag. You're the most gorgeous and generous!
I can't wait for Joyride!
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