The Sirens by Emilia HartMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Really enjoyed this one! Undertones of myth and magic but above all a story about the bond between sisters.
I loved how lyrical this was without being a pain in the ass to read haha. The words are beautiful together but the story unfolds easily. I followed along with rapt attention and enjoyed every part of it.
There's a dual narrative, and I enjoyed jumping back and forth. Some of the links between the past and present were a little hard to believe, but I enjoyed it nontheless.
This is magical realism, so it's a bit of an odd one and for that reason I think it may rub some people the wrong way. The protagonist has a strange skin condition that reacts badly to water, and that on its own raises all kinds of questions. Again, though, I really didn't mind suspending disbelief.
A few twists keep the story interesting, and the Australian setting with the history tied in was quite fascinating to me.
I just really enjoyed losing myself in the story, even though it was a little slower than my normal fare. I enjoyed taking my time with it, and enjoyed how it danced between reality and magic.
I'd recommend this one for those looking for something a little different.
With thanks to Harper Collins and NetGalley for an ARC
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