Fathomless gets 3.5 Stars

What would happen if the Little Mermaid had a dark side?  Fathomless by Jackson Pearce is just that; it's a modern day fairy retelling of the Little Mermaid without the princesses and singing crabs.  This supernatural modern day fairy tale retelling is dark, unique, and a fun read.  

Fathomless is the 3rd in Pearce's Fairy Tale Retelling series with Sisters Red, and Sweetly preceding it.  I liked Fathomless, but I feel it is the weakest book in the series.

Fathomless just didn't grab me like the others did.  However, fans of the series will be all over this book.  I also feel high school students will thoroughly enjoy this book as well.    

I gave Fathomless 3.5 out of 5 stars.  It's a good book, with a unique story line.  I liked the connections with Sweetly, but I was also glad that the book could stand alone.  A reader doesn't have to read the books in order, but it's fun if you have.  

Overall, I think this clean book is enjoyable and I don't regret reading it.  I was even found quite captivated with the story near the end to the point of not paying attention to my toddlers as they did not so pleasant toddler things.  Ooops.  The action and build-up of the storyline climaxed well.   

Fathomless received a weaker star rating purely for the character development.  Overall the development of Lo/Nadia and Celia was weak.  It could've and should've been stronger.  I also wish the development of Jude was a bit more interesting and involved; though, I could say that about Celia's sisters as well.  To be honest, the overall lack of character development is really the reason why the book dragged a bit near the beginning and was more difficult to really get into it.  

All in all, Fathomless is a good clean book that is a good, but not great, addition to a fun supernatural with a touch of romance in this modern day fairy tale series.  

Amazon had the following book review: 

"Shy Celia has always felt overshadowed by her beautiful and talented sisters, Anne and Jane. While Anne can see the future and Jane can see the present, Celia, the youngest triplet, is embarrassed by her own “useless” ability to see the past. That is, until Celia encounters Lo, a mysterious girl from the sea, and Jude, a handsome musician whom Celia and Lo save from drowning. Lo cannot remember who she was or how she became an “ocean girl”; she knows only that her one chance in regaining her humanity lies in seducing and sacrificing Jude. Or can she forge another path with Celia’s help? Seasoned fairy-tale adapter Pearce balances a myriad of voices, narrators, and histories in this fresh, modern, and creepy take on Hans Christian Andersen’s “Little Mermaid.” While the basis for this story will be familiar to most, Pearce’s innovative twists and brisk pacing make for a quick and deliciously suspenseful read that will appeal to those who enjoy their paranormal romance with a side of murder." 

Have you read the series and/or the book?  It's a fun one you will enjoy by the pool or beach this summer.  

Happy Reading!

MeganRuth         

5 Books to Fight the Winter Blues

I live in Arizona, and the winter time is the time enjoy and relish the weather.  It is also the time to visit b/c the weather is absolutely gorgeous.  We tell all of our friends to come visit in February when they are sick of the cold and the snow. 

Just this past week I have seen far too many friends on Facebook and Instagram stating that they are "so over Winter."  

Sometimes, visiting a warm place during the winter is just not feasible.  Darn budget and funds that we all just don't have enough of.  

Visiting a beach or the desert of AZ (I full on realize that a beach sounds way more enjoyable) to feel the warmth of the sun on your face and body may not literally be possible, but it is possible through a well written book. 

For all of you tired of the cold of winter, pick up one of these books and it'll take you to the beach and all glorious things associated with the beach.  

Every book on this list is set at the beach, but it varies in the depth, romance, and genre, and reading audience.  I'm a fan of them all!  You should pick one up today!  

5 Books to Fight the Winter Blues

Safe Haven by Nicholas Sparks 

A mystery and romance story set in a small beach town of North Carolina.  This book is a fast read, clean read, and not your typical, but still fabulous, Nicholas Sparks book.  Plus, it is way better than the movie.   

Along for the Ride by Sarah Dessen

This realistic/contemporary YA book is clean (a little language and some underage drinking) and a fast read.  Dessen, like always, really provides a book that has some depth to it, but it is still very much applicable and fun to read.  

The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han

Good clean YA book set at Cousins Beach. This is the first in a great series that is a little lighter, but introspective enough to help you recall those dreamy summers where you really figured yourself out. 

The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman 

This adult fiction book takes you to a small island off of Australia.  This book is clean and incredibly thought provoking; it's a great read to get you thinking about someone else's life and situation so you can forget about your own.  

Moonglass by Jessi Kirby

This YA realistic fiction/contemporary novel takes you to the beaches of California. You'll experience a great read with similarities to Sarah Dessen b/c of it's fabulous writing and depth of story and characters.  With Anna, the main character, you'll experience a little love, the pain of loss, romance, and how one gets through it all. 

 Happy reading!