In the tiny seacoast tourist town of Walfang, Will and his family live year-round selling flowers, home-baked products, and food to the seasonal crowd. Last summer tragedy struck when Will's brother went out on his boat one night. His body has never been found and Will has very dim memories of that night--for some reason he was on the beach but doesn't remember how or why.
When a hurricane is predicted for their little town, Will knows he needs to go to the harbor and help his uncle secure their boat. On his way, he runs (literally) into the most gorgeous girl he's ever met. With his truck. When he looks for her, she's gone. After heading to the docks to help his uncle, he sees her again, climbing down the rocks to the beach. He then runs into her again, this time working at the local diner his best friend Gretchen also works at. The mysterious girl's name is Asia and there is definitely something strange about her.
All Will cares about is she may know what happened to his brother. Before he can swallow the truth, he may have to save his best friend too.
I admit to liking books that take Greek mythology and twisting them to fit into today's world. This one definitely does that. The sirens from Odysseus' time make a new appearance. Will is a good main character who will hopefully be more fleshed out (along with Gretchen) when the sequel comes out.
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Showing posts with label Greek mythology. Show all posts
Monday, December 19, 2011
The Goddess Test by Aimee Carter
Kate's mom is dying and one of her last requests is to move back to where she was born. So Kate packs them both up and drives from New York to Eden, Michigan. Kate knows she's not ready for her mom to die, but knows it's going to happen soon.
Kate goes to school, not really wanting to leave her mother behind. She doesn't expect to be there very long, so figures she doesn't really need to make friends. Her first day one of the football players takes an interest in her, much to his girlfriend's annoyance. To get back at her, Ava convinces her to go to a "party" where she intends to leave Kate behind. Instead, Ava falls and dies.
To save Ava, Kate makes a deal with Henry, a strange guy who appears just around the bend. She'll do anything for Ava to be alive again. Without her knowledge, she bargains her freedom. When Henry comes to collect her, she refuses to go. With her refusal, Ava dies instantly. Horrified, Kate finds Henry and even though she can't save Ava again, bargains with him to keep her mother alive the six months she has to stay with him.
What an eye-opening experience those 6 months are...
A retelling of the Persephone myth--sort of. Kate is not Persephone but a replacement for her. The story does stretch incredibility every so often, but it doesn't get too far out of line. The sequel will be coming, and fans of romance will eat both of them up.
Kate goes to school, not really wanting to leave her mother behind. She doesn't expect to be there very long, so figures she doesn't really need to make friends. Her first day one of the football players takes an interest in her, much to his girlfriend's annoyance. To get back at her, Ava convinces her to go to a "party" where she intends to leave Kate behind. Instead, Ava falls and dies.
To save Ava, Kate makes a deal with Henry, a strange guy who appears just around the bend. She'll do anything for Ava to be alive again. Without her knowledge, she bargains her freedom. When Henry comes to collect her, she refuses to go. With her refusal, Ava dies instantly. Horrified, Kate finds Henry and even though she can't save Ava again, bargains with him to keep her mother alive the six months she has to stay with him.
What an eye-opening experience those 6 months are...
A retelling of the Persephone myth--sort of. Kate is not Persephone but a replacement for her. The story does stretch incredibility every so often, but it doesn't get too far out of line. The sequel will be coming, and fans of romance will eat both of them up.
Friday, July 29, 2011
Abandon by Meg Cabot
Pierce is very unusual. She died when she was 15. When she died, she went to the Underworld, but didn't know it. So when she saw John, the man she met after her grandfather's funeral in the cemetery, she asked him to save her. And he did.
Two years later she's alive--she was brought back to life--and moving with her mom to Isla Huesos, where her mother grew up and where she met John for the first time. Where she runs into John again, after having escaped his palace in the underworld when she was 15. She feels drawn to him, despite the danger. John fears for her safety, since the Furies try to destroy anyone he cares about. Can Pierce save herself and John? Or is it hopeless?
A good love story and twist on the Persephone and Hades story. This is the first in a trilogy, and although Pierce is a little slow on the uptake, it's well-written and she is a strong character. Can't wait for the other books!!
Two years later she's alive--she was brought back to life--and moving with her mom to Isla Huesos, where her mother grew up and where she met John for the first time. Where she runs into John again, after having escaped his palace in the underworld when she was 15. She feels drawn to him, despite the danger. John fears for her safety, since the Furies try to destroy anyone he cares about. Can Pierce save herself and John? Or is it hopeless?
A good love story and twist on the Persephone and Hades story. This is the first in a trilogy, and although Pierce is a little slow on the uptake, it's well-written and she is a strong character. Can't wait for the other books!!
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Siren by Tricia Rayburn
Vanessa and Jessica look forward to their summer vacation every year. They head up the coast of Maine to Winter Harbor and spend most of their time together with the two boys next door, Simon and Caleb.
But one night Jessica gets angry at her parents and jumps off their favorite cliff--and disappears, along with Caleb.
Determined to learn more about her sister and best friend's life, Nessa heads back to Maine to find and talk with Caleb. Instead, she learns far too much about the creatures inhabiting the coast, as more bodies wash up on shore.
A thriller I could not put down. Although I guessed Nessa's true identity long before she does, the mystery keeps the pages turning. This is more of a "will they stop them at some point" rather than a "will they stop it in time" thriller. Lots of action, some romance, and of course, family secrets.
But one night Jessica gets angry at her parents and jumps off their favorite cliff--and disappears, along with Caleb.
Determined to learn more about her sister and best friend's life, Nessa heads back to Maine to find and talk with Caleb. Instead, she learns far too much about the creatures inhabiting the coast, as more bodies wash up on shore.
A thriller I could not put down. Although I guessed Nessa's true identity long before she does, the mystery keeps the pages turning. This is more of a "will they stop them at some point" rather than a "will they stop it in time" thriller. Lots of action, some romance, and of course, family secrets.
Saturday, January 23, 2010
The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan
Percy Jackson appears to be an unremarkable boy who's only strike against him seems to be getting into trouble and getting kicked out of boarding school each year. His class visits the Metropolitan Museum of Art to see the exhibit of Greek and Roman art and Percy can't believe it when his teacher attacks him. When it's all over, no one ever remembers there being a Mrs. Dodds.
Percy's mom decides it's time to send him to the camp his father has always wanted him to attend. Percy appears at the boundary of Camp Half-Blood after watching his mom die and killing a Minotaur. The camp is filled with demi-gods or half-bloods--children of the gods. Before Percy knows it, he's sent on a quest to recover Zeus' lightning bolt--which the gods think he stole.
A great first book in a series. The characters are pretty well-developed, and there's plenty of background to inform anyone who doesn't know their Greek mythology very well. All of the Olympians come into play in one way or another, and Percy's adventures as he crosses the country in 10 days are amusing. Lots of action and adventure to support his quest. I can't wait to read Sea of Monsters, book 2 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians!
Percy's mom decides it's time to send him to the camp his father has always wanted him to attend. Percy appears at the boundary of Camp Half-Blood after watching his mom die and killing a Minotaur. The camp is filled with demi-gods or half-bloods--children of the gods. Before Percy knows it, he's sent on a quest to recover Zeus' lightning bolt--which the gods think he stole.
A great first book in a series. The characters are pretty well-developed, and there's plenty of background to inform anyone who doesn't know their Greek mythology very well. All of the Olympians come into play in one way or another, and Percy's adventures as he crosses the country in 10 days are amusing. Lots of action and adventure to support his quest. I can't wait to read Sea of Monsters, book 2 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians!
Friday, February 8, 2008
The Moon Riders by Theresa Tomlinson
Myrina has always wanted to be a Moon Rider, what the Achaeons call Amazons. This isn't the traditional story of Amazons, however, as the Moon Riders marry and move out of the tribe after seven years.
Myrina gets her chance to train with the Moon Riders but she is not alone. Along with the other trainees, Cassandra--princess of Troy--joins the group. She can't stay for the whole seven years, but is looking for something new. The events in Troy, though, change the future of the Moon Riders forever.
This is a great retelling of the beginning of the Trojan War. Even if you know what's coming!
Myrina gets her chance to train with the Moon Riders but she is not alone. Along with the other trainees, Cassandra--princess of Troy--joins the group. She can't stay for the whole seven years, but is looking for something new. The events in Troy, though, change the future of the Moon Riders forever.
This is a great retelling of the beginning of the Trojan War. Even if you know what's coming!
Nobody's Princess by Esther Friesner
This is the story of Helen of Troy, who was first Helen of Sparta. She is not your typical princess, though. Helen wants to learn how to fight and hunt with her brothers, and has no patience for indoor activities with her twin sister. Her mother realizes her need for adventure, as she has it too.
Helen embarks on an adventure of her lifetime when she escorts her sister to Mycenae where she'll wed Agamemnon.
Helen's story is vastly different from the story of Helen of Troy. Helen's story is amusing and adventurous, perfect for anyone looking for something more action-packed.
Helen embarks on an adventure of her lifetime when she escorts her sister to Mycenae where she'll wed Agamemnon.
Helen's story is vastly different from the story of Helen of Troy. Helen's story is amusing and adventurous, perfect for anyone looking for something more action-packed.
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