The Water Nymph by Alysun Sanders Why did I read it?
When Alysun finished her first book, Talli's Tale, she was able to swing by the library to talk about it. So when she finished her second book, I was really excited when she contacted me again. We're looking forward to chatting with her this Saturday, January 19th, from 2-4pm.
What happened?
Cort Edson would rather not deal with the deaths of his father and brother. He's been keeping to himself and doing just fine for the past couple of years, and he simply wishes everyone would leave well-enough alone. But, most people can't, including his mother, who plans a spontaneous trip to Greece for a family vacation.
Little does Cort know that this harmless trip to Greece will change the entire course of his life, and force him to confront the deaths of his loved ones again. While swimming in one of the lakes his Mom wants to check out, Cort is nearly drowned by a mysterious woman. Not able to figure out if the beautiful stranger was dream or reality, Cort is even more confused when she shows up at his high school.
Things take a turn for the very strange when another beautiful girl named Seffie shows up around the same time with secrets of her own. After being pursued for a full day, Seffie confides in Cort that she isn't your typical high school student. In fact, she let's Cort know that the very fate of Heaven depends on Cort protecting her from her husband.
What did I like or not like?
While I started the book to know more about it before Alysun joins us this Saturday, I finished it because it totally sucked me in. The numbness that pervades Cort's life is turned upside down by the extraordinary women that burst into it, and the resulting story is really interesting.
Alysun has also skillfully combined elements from Christian beliefs, Greek mythology, and several other influences into an original, unique fantasy story. In addition to skillfully blending these ideas, Alysun has also continued to improve her skills as an author and storyteller.
After reading the book, I'm even more excited about Alysun's talk this Saturday, and the sequel to The Water Nymph.
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