I enjoy books that feature mythology and sirens and such and this was definitely an interesting take on the subject. A quick read that kept my attention throughout. A story of overcoming tragedy, family mysteries and lost love.

As part of the BookSparks Summer Reading Program Serenade is the last book for the month of July. This is a Young Adult mythical story of a siren, Lorelai, and how she comes into the life she has been kept from growing up.

Lorelai is a character that I loved. When she heads to her aunt’s house to escape herself after her father’s death, I could see her grow up. She came into herself and realized what was supposed to be her life. Watching her struggle with the fact that she is a siren, something that cause death, is heart wrenching. She is strong and knows right from wrong. She is working her head around being able to lead people to death just by doing what she loves to do, sing.

I love the setting, East Coast, with the cliffs and rolling waves. I could hear the waves and feel the spray of the salt water. The mansion like house with the high ceilings, yet warm kitchen was present in my mind. Emily Kiebel is a master at descriptions and making the book come alive.

I will recommend this to anyone who enjoys a great Young Adult book.