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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. I enjoyed the writing and the interactions between Sienna, William and Ioan in this story. Sienna is sassy and independent, and Ioan and William gave her plenty of opportunities to demonstrate those qualities. Although, I'm not a fan of stories with paranormal elements, it was an enjoyable read for me. I was given a copy of this book for free. I was not required to give a favorable review nor was any money received for this review. All comments and opinions are my own. I have read several time slip novels lately but nothing compares to this story. I was mesmerized by the way the author was able to take two time periods and parallel them . The characters are beyond the standard of good. I mean these characters became real to me. It is hard to explain how swept away I was by the beauty of two families connected in mystery, secrets and the sea. Sienna has wandered around for years giving people a glimpse into the world through a lens. She captures pain, joy and history with one click. She has always felt this tug to go back to where her granddad lives. One phone call changes her direction into a world that holds magic and truth. I loved the memories she shares of her granddad. Their connection is deep and it is hard to accept that he has Alzheimer’s. It is a cruel disease that takes away your mind slowly each day. My favorite part of the story was learning the connection between Sienna and Elyna. Was it magic that drew their generations together? Some can hear the sounds in the sea while others hear nothing. When we go back in time to read Elyna and Kenan’s story I felt their bond instantly. The beauty in the story is the sacrifice that one makes to save others. Does that remind you of anyone? Elyna knows what her purpose is and without hesitation follows through with her quest. Ioan was very mysterious to me. I couldn’t quite figure out why he was taking care of Sienna’s granddad. They had a relationship that was bound by history and Ioan wanted to right a wrong. The only one that could help him was Sienna. Oh I could go on for days about this book. I loved the writing, the characters, the two time periods and most of all I loved the lesson in sacrifice. This will be one author I will be anxiously awaiting more books from. She has captured my imagination, taken be to different time periods and showed me with actions that love conquers all. I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion. no reviews | add a review
The Bristol Sea divides Cornwall and Wales-and sings an enticing tale to Sienna Rothesay, a British born, American raised photographer. Since childhood, she's fought the temptation of its siren song, with only broken bones and scars to show for giving into the whispers of the waves. Scorned by her family for her injuries, she confides in her adoring grandfather-the lone family member who hears the music with Sienna.When Ioan Morgannwg, an enigmatic neighbor from her British days calls her home to help with her failing grandfather, Sienna is faced with an old myth that hints at a nefarious secret, linking her ancestors with Ioan's. As her grandfather's mind deteriorates, he obsesses over the siren song. Time slips away as Sienna rushes to solve the puzzle before her grandfather dies, burying the secrets with him.Family against family, father against son-a gripping tale of betrayal is revealed to Sienna, forcing her to question everything she knows, about herself, about her family and especially about love. No library descriptions found. |
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The story kept my interest, and the author did an excellent job running two different storylines – one in the present and one in the past. The characters in both time periods come to life through the pages of this book.
With interesting characters and an intriguing plotline, I could not put this book down. Ioann provides the perfect foil to Sierra in the present storyline, while Elyna and Kenan also provide the perfect set of characters in the past. The twists and turns in this story kept it interesting.
So if you enjoy stories that cover two time periods and have interesting characters, check out this book for yourself.
I received a complimentary copy of this book, but this in no way influenced my review. All opinions are my own. ( )