Monday's Muse~Tangled Tides

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Last week I finished reading Tangled Tides by Karen Amanda Hooper and I loved it! It isn't often that a book stands out this much for me and when it does I've got to give it a shout out. And I've been shouting out about this book everywhere I can. Karen will change the way you think about mermaids and will forever alter the way you look at the ocean.


I truly think with this novel she could very well do for mermaids what Stephanie Meyer did for vampires. But the only way for that to happen is for everyone to read it and recommend it. So quick, go get your copy on Amazon, B&N, The Book Depository, or anywhere books are sold. Your muse will thank you.

Comments

  1. Angela BrownJanuary 30, 2012 at 8:43 AM

    The last character to give mermaids a boost was Ariel. That's been a while :-)

    Your recommendation has me even more intrigued to move this story upon my TBR list. Thank you.

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    1. HeatherJanuary 30, 2012 at 11:17 AM

      It is overdue for sure. And Karen doesn't disappoint!

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  2. Karen StrongJanuary 30, 2012 at 9:43 AM

    This is a beautiful cover. This is what caught my attention when I first saw it. So glad that you enjoyed it. I'll have to add this to my TBR list. :)

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    1. HeatherJanuary 30, 2012 at 11:20 AM

      Me too Karen! The novel matches the cover in brilliance, for sure!

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  3. Shannon O'DonnellJanuary 30, 2012 at 10:29 AM

    *sigh* LOVE, LOVE, totally freaking LOVE this book! L-O-V-E!!! It's one of my favorite reads of the year. :-)

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  4. CandaceJanuary 30, 2012 at 10:30 AM

    I saw your recommendation for this one. Since you loved it SO much I'll add it to my ever growing wish list :)

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    1. HeatherJanuary 30, 2012 at 11:22 AM

      I don't think you'll be disappointed Candace. :)

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  5. Linda GrayJanuary 30, 2012 at 11:05 AM

    Great recommendation Heather, thanks! Mermaids are wonderful characters of fantasy.

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    1. HeatherJanuary 30, 2012 at 11:24 AM

      And there aren't nearly enough good books out about them. It was great to finally read one.

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  6. YelenaCJanuary 30, 2012 at 12:37 PM

    Mermaids are such a fresh aspect of paranormal romance (at least recently). I already put it on my TBR list, thanks you for the recommendation Heather!

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    1. HeatherJanuary 30, 2012 at 2:33 PM

      I think you'll really like it Yelena! And I totally agree, they're a fresh aspect that I'm looking forward to more of.

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  7. kahJanuary 30, 2012 at 12:39 PM

    Heather, thank you so much for the amazingly kind words and the shout out. I'm so glad you enjoyed TT. <3

    And thanks to everyone who commented and added it to their TBR list. I am very very grateful.

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    1. HeatherJanuary 30, 2012 at 3:14 PM

      You're very welcome sweetie. The praise is much deserved!

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  8. Tina MossJanuary 30, 2012 at 12:45 PM

    On my TBR list. :D

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    1. HeatherJanuary 30, 2012 at 3:14 PM

      I can hardly wait to talk merfolk with you Tina!

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  9. Melissa PearlJanuary 30, 2012 at 1:57 PM

    Thanks :) I'll add it to my reading list right now. Love finding new books that are brilliant.

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    1. HeatherJanuary 30, 2012 at 3:16 PM

      This one is definitely a gem Melissa. You won't be disappointed!

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  10. Roland D. YeomansJanuary 30, 2012 at 2:46 PM

    Your words draw me to it, Heather. You're very gracious and kind to do this for Karen! Roland

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    1. HeatherJanuary 30, 2012 at 3:32 PM

      It's well deserved. Her book is one of my favorites that I've read in a long time.

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  11. Golden EagleJanuary 30, 2012 at 3:03 PM

    This one is on my TBR list for sure!

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  12. Natalie AguirreJanuary 30, 2012 at 3:12 PM

    This has been on my to read list. Thanks for reminding me how much I want to read it.

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    1. HeatherJanuary 30, 2012 at 3:36 PM

      Enjoy Natalie! I can't wait to see what 'team' you'll be on. ;)

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  13. Karlene PetittJanuary 30, 2012 at 3:18 PM

    What a great muse! And I'm still excited to read this book. I love mermaids!

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  14. dolorahJanuary 30, 2012 at 9:39 PM

    Love the cover :)

    .........dhole

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  15. LinWashJanuary 31, 2012 at 7:14 AM

    Wow. I'll have to check this out! (I feel like it's been forever since I've been online, thanks to my returning to school.)

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  16. Lydia KangJanuary 31, 2012 at 7:18 AM

    That is a fantastic cover, isn't it? And the insides sound pretty great, too. :)

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