Wake by Amanda Hocking

After an afternoon of shopping, I returned home to find a package on my doorstep. My order had arrived early! Even if it was just one day ahead of time.

I ordered Wake by Amanda Hocking and Nevermore by James Patterson. They were at the top of my To-Read list, as I've been waiting months for them. I've always adored Amanda Hocking's books, starting since her release of My Blood Approves. I've been reading up everything she's written since then. My neighbor introduced me to James Patterson, with his series of Maximum Ride. I had read his two books When the Wind Blows and The Lake House, and so it came naturally that I delved into Maximum Ride with just as much enthusiasm. And let me tell you, it was enthusiasm. I read the first six books in under one week. People could see me racing down my road to hand off the book I had finished and accept the next. That's what happens when I enter a series after it's been released.

Anyway, before I review Wake, I'd like to just make a few notes. First off, I am not a professional reviewer. My critics are based on my own thoughts and findings. The only prior knowledge I have is Honors English's. Next, this is my first review I've made publicly. Until I master the ability, there may be some spoilers. If you take this review, and compare it to my latest review, you're sure to find a difference in quality. Now, onto the review.

Review of Wake by Amanda Hocking:
Possible Spoiler Alert!
If there is one thing that I love, it's a good romance mixed with paranormal/mythical/magical beings. And let me tell you, Wake was filled with that. The book had two different sets of romance going on. The first is the ongoing attraction between Gemma, the main character, and Alex. The other is between Gemma's sister, Harper, and Daniel. Now, I mentioned paranormal/mythical/magical beings before, so I'll tell you a little bit about them. Sirens are beautiful women who lure sailors to their death by their song. Siren's always have to have four in their little group. Always. So when one leaves, they need a replacement. But they only have until the next full moon to acquire that replacement. Or else. Now, before I spoil anything, even though you can probably guess what's going to happen, I'll move on. Amanda Hocking has always been one of my favorite authors, not just for her writing style, but for her humorous descriptions and plot. All of this shows in Wake. I would give an example, but you'll find them all in your own time. And if you can't, well, think Gemma's car. In some of the conversations between Gemma and Alex, the conversation feels a little forced. My thoughts are that this was intentional, to make the conversation seem awkward, because it was meant to be. I believe this because Amanda's past books haven't done this. Overall, this was an interesting book that kept my attention. I felt for Gemma and what she had to go through, what she made those around her feel. I may or may not have made the same choices as she did. I would recommend this book to someone interested in sea-lore becoming reality.

I will be adding Lullaby, the second book in the Watersong series, to my To-Read list, once it comes out.