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Book Review

Now that I have settled down from that cliffhanger of an ending, I can finally write my review of The Mermaid’s Tale.

I absolutely loved this story. Let’s start with this fantastic world that L.E. Richmond created. The undersea world is incredibly imaginative, and I loved it so much that I wish I could go and ask for a tail just so that I could go visit it. And perhaps join Locklyn, Darin and the others on the adventure of a lifetime.

I have mixed feelings about the characters. I loved Locklyn and Darin and their relationship that has been seemingly nurtured overtime. Both of them have an unconditional love for their family that drives them to go on an extremely dangerous, life-threatening quest to find a lost treasure to potentially save their loved ones. Both of them have strong, stubborn personalities that keep them going. However, they’re locked in a love square that I’m not sure how to feel about. The only reason they are in that situation is because no one can talk about their feelings or communicate. I absolutely love love triangles–if done right. This one felt somewhat forced and unnecessary which took away from the story.

However, I still absolutely loved this book. It is filled with action, adventure, and a sprinkle of faith that will leave one turning the pages. I will be anxiously looking out for the next book in the series.

I had received a copy of the book as part of the Celebrate Lit Blogging Team and was required to give an honest review.

About the Author

More from L.E.

I am a discovery writer, so when I first started The Mermaid’s Tale, I knew only the general plot and that the romance would be between the main character and the older brother of her brother-in-law.

The catalyst for this choice came from a novel published in England in 1815.

Darin Aalto, famous treasure hunting Merman from the Mediterranean, was inspired by none other than Mr. Knightley from Shropshire. He, like Jane Austen’s hero, is kind, experienced, confident, and attentive to the needs of others. On the other hand, my heroine, Locklyn Adair, is not much like Emma Wodehouse, struggling with a lack of confidence rather than the overabundance which plagues the young mistress of Hartfield.

Even though Locklyn differs greatly from Emma in temperament, she shares one marked similarity with her – a deep devotion to her sister’s children. In fact, it is to save her niece from the rejection which legs bring to Mermaids that leads Locklyn to encourage Darin to claim a disputed treasure which in turn leads to hostility from the warrior queen of a neighboring kingdom which leads to a duel to the death which leads to . . . You’ll have to read the book to find out.

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Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, L.E. is giving away the grand prize package of hardcover copy of The Mermaid’s Tale and a $50 Amazon gift card!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

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