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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Andrea Lopez Salazar

A Cold Day in Hell (Life is Hell #5)A Cold Day in Hell by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Cold Day in Hell by Noami Valkyrie
5 Stars

Haddassah is an Angel probation on Earth as a punishment for helping her brother. She is living with his family and isn’t trying to be social and except them, mainly because she will be going home to Heaven and because they are demons. When Mal her brother asks her to try more Haddassah decides to try with Mal’s friend Jezebel who is living in the guest house and seems to be secluding herself as well. Haddassah shows up thinking she will be sent on her way by Jezebel and she can say she at least tried. Until later that night when Jezebel notices she has been found and needs to run again, Haddassah joins her on the journey to help. Only for Jezebel to be kidnapped by her ex-fiancé Devland a necromancer.
Great story, fast read for me but I enjoyed it all the same.
I don’t normally read books in a series that I haven’t read from book #1, a I liked this. It showed love and loyalty for family, and I am big on that! I will definitely go back and read the first 4 books soon.

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Whisper Hymer

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Song of Salt and Secrets is the second book in the Mythic Academy Collection by Amanda Marin. It follows Corisande – a Siren who is in school to learn to control her deadly song. On a trip to the ocean to safely sing, Corisande lures a young sailor to what should be his death. After rescuing Noah, Corisande must face the consequences of her actions; the sea demands a life payment for the siren song. This was another quick but fun story. The books are stand-alones connected by the mythos and are able to be read in any order.

Reviewed by @WhisperHymer

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Jessica Stone

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Jessica Stone

I haven’t read anything else in this Collection, but I don’t believe it is necessary to enjoy this delight read. If you’re looking for something in YA Romantasy genre this book definitely fits the bill.

The story is about a young girl named Corisande who is a siren attending a school specifically for sirens to learn to control their abilities, without control their gifts can run rampant and hurt not only others but themselves.

One fateful day, she saves Noah after his boat crashes on the cliffs near her school and she immediately finds herself undeniably drawn to him as he is to her.

Very sweet relationship blossoms between these two it actually brought tears to my eyes, Corisande is so sweet and compassionate it’s hard not to fall in love with her character and thankfully Noah isn’t your run of the mill wealthy young lad. The bond between them that forms upon meeting is enviable to be sure.

For such a quick read I really enjoyed this book, I’m interested to see more into this world and dive deeper into the fantasy’s created, I’d like to see some expansion from her best friend sera’s character because she was a wonderful supporting roll, and I believe whole heartedly she deserves her own HEA.

A Song of Salt and Secrets, Mythic Academy Collection, Amanda Marin, Review, Itsy Bitsy Book Bits, YA, Paranormal, Jessica Stone, May 2024

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Julie Johnson

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in a series but can be read as a standalone easily. This little novella will not disappoint!

Corisande (what a beautiful name!) is a siren who is trying to learn how to control her song at the Magwich Academy. For someone who LOVES to sing, this is not an easy feat for her. One day, things get out of control and she causes a neighboring school’s student to crash his boat. Rage and fury are unleashed and Corisande sinks further into guilt and a low self-worth.

A great read that you won’t put down until you finish!

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The School of Nine (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Julie Johnson

The School of Nine (The Mythic Academy Collection, #1)The School of Nine by Amanda Marin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A great little novella featuring muses, something that isn’t written about much in the paranormal world, at least from what I’ve found.

Bianca is attending the Brightling Academy for Muses to learn how to fine-tune her powers. One day she returns to find a boy at the school. Because Bianca is struggling in her “Poise and Charm” class, her instructor assigns her the duty of showing Sebastian around the school. Mystery, drama, action, and a clean romance makes this book a very enjoyable read.

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The School of Nine (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Shannen Kern

The School of Nine (The Mythic Academy Collection, #1)The School of Nine by Amanda Marin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I thought I would have a lesser experience due to my mistake of reading this book second, but I actually thought it was incredible that way! This author has quickly made her way to the top of my watch list because the way she writes is captivating. It only took a few pages for me to lose track of time and dive into the magical world right alongside our Muse, Bianca. I found the length of the story to be sublime as the author did an amazing job crafting a marvelous storyline as well as developing the characters to perfection. Just like A Song of Salt and Secrets, this includes a unique take on folklore that I hadn’t experienced anywhere else. I’ve already started searching out other books by this author because I cannot sing her praises enough. This was an incredible YA/Paranormal read, and I highly recommend picking it up and diving straight in!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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The School of Nine (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Jennifer Reimer

The School of Nine (The Mythic Academy Collection, #1)The School of Nine by Amanda Marin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This YA fantasy book was amazing and very incredible to read. This was filled with so many twists and turns I didn’t know if it was going to twist or turn, which is what kept me reading till the end. It had a whole lot of drama, love, danger, uncertainty, adventure and so much more. When I boy comes to an almost all girls school it really causes a stir. Bianca is then assigned to help him get settled in, and well one thing turns to another, and they become good friends. But then a big issue starts to happen so will Sebastian come to help Biance and save the well of imagination. But will he really do it or is there something else going on. The character in this book is so well-written, that I also felt like I was watching it. The story was well paced and kept in a straight line but also grabbed me and kept me reading. This was a very incredible read, highly recommend.

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Jennifer Reimer

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was an incredible read, I really liked the element to this book on the way that a siren is written. Usually, its about them sending sailors to ship wrack but this one took a different turn. Instead as Corisande sings and almost gets a young man shipwrecked. But instead, they rescue him. They both realize that they like each other but it seems to anger some higher up people. This was a very short and captivating read. The supernatural element and the way it was weaved together made this a very ae turning read. This book can also be read alone. Highly recommend.

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Shannen Kern

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was the first book I’d picked up by this author, so I wasn’t sure what I was getting myself into. The cover definitely caught my eye instantly, and once I read the summary, I knew I had to pick it up. I’m a big fan of the YA and Paranormal genre which made this book a perfect fit for me. I felt like this was a unique take on Siren folklore and our main character, Corisande, going to Magwitch Academy in order to learn how to control her powers. Noah, a sailor, ends up on the other end of Corisande’s powers, but they end up bonding. I love that this is only part of the series because the author has me hooked with just this installment. This book can also be read as a standalone so no worries if you read this one first like I did. I can’t wait to pick up the other one and see what adventures await! If you love paranormal books, this one is for you.

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin

A Song of Salt and Secrets is a standalone novella in the Mythic Academy Collection. I have previously enjoyed the Crimson Sash series by the same author. I love fantasy stories with music in them so expected to enjoy this book and it didn’t disappoint! It tells the story of a young Siren, Corisande, who is learning to control her powers and find a way to balance her need to sing and desire to keep people safe.

This is an enjoyable story that packs plenty of loveable characters (and some less so!) as well as intrigue and mythological background into a short read. It’s a page-turner with lots of details that flesh out the world that Corisande and her friends inhabit.

I love how the musical elements of this story are written, with the Siren’s desperate need to sing and the practical steps they take to control and fulfill this need, as well as the descriptions of how it feels when they do sing. This is fantastic!

A Song of Salt and Secrets gets five stars from me! I’d recommend it to fans of teen/YA fantasy who are interested in stories about music.

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Santana Hicks

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Corisande is a monster in her eyes. A siren without complete control. One day while singing her song at sea, she didn’t notice a boat until it was too late. The sailor had heard her song and was now heading towards the rock to his doom. Feeling guilty, Corisande rushed to help the sailor only to find out he was a handsome boy her own age named Noah. She did all she could and called for help.

Corisande tried to get Noah out of her mind but she couldn’t. She wanted to make sure he lived. She travelled to the hospital. Noah remembered her and the song. There was a rumour that if someone lives through the Siren’s song, the siren would die instead. She knows she should move on with her life but she just can’t seem to say goodbye. It’s hard to tell if feelings are genuine or if this is the curse at play. Once Noah finds out what Corisande really is, that will put her whole school in jeopardy. Plus who would love a monster who tried to kill you?

This was a cute stand alone novella geared towards young adults. A slow budding but forbidden romance between an unlikely duo.

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Jamie Truex

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A young siren trying to control her song, accidentally almost kills a boy. But her and her friend rush to save him. Now she can’t stop thinking about him. This is the second book in the Mystic Academy series by Amanda Marin. You can read this on its own. No need to read in order. Very good story and perfect for a high-school girl.

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The School of Nine (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Santana Hicks

The School of Nine (The Mythic Academy Collection, #1)The School of Nine by Amanda Marin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bianca Harper is a legacy at Brightling Academy due to her family lineage. Being a muse, there is a certain standard to follow. When she finds out she is flunking Poise and Charm class and close to not graduating, she is willing to do anything to pass. The Headmistress tells Bianca that if she takes the new student, Sebastian, under her wing, it would count as extra credit.

Sebastian is the only male in the entire school. He is loving the attention he is getting from all the girls. Bianca is immediately annoyed and thinks he is a jerk.

When bad things start happening around the town, mostly targeting the arts that the muses are trained to protect, Bianca and Sebastian team up to figure out who and why would someone do this. Bianca’s best friend is suspicious of Sebastian. All of the trouble started when he first arrived at the school but Bianca is getting blinded by her potential feelings for him. There is an unfulfilled prophecy of the destruction of the ‘Well of Imagination’. All signs point to someone trying to speed up that prophecy. It’s up to Bianca to stop the prophecy from happening while also trying to keep up with her classes.

This was a fast paced filled with action. The premise of a school full of muses was unique and I really enjoyed that aspect. Bianca is a take action now, deal with consequences later kind of girl but she was also calm and caring. I could see myself befriending her if I went to her school.

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Lisa Helmick

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story thrilled me! It has action, suspense and young romance. I liked the subject matter since I have not read much about them. We actually get to see/hear and feel their thoughts and emotions pertaining to “singing and the sea”. Corisande is ever curious about herself, the curse and normal people. She is good at heart even though she carries the curse. I did not read book 1 in the series and had no problem following along. So can easily be read as a stand along.

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Melissa Saxton

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Corisande is a Siren who’s been home schooled her entire life finds herself at Magwitch academy specific for Sirens to learn to control their song and keep the secrets of the sirens. She didn’t want to come here in the first place after only knowing her mom as a teacher but she knows as a young Siren she’s dangerous and needs to hone her powers, and control her song so she stays despite her reluctantance.
Corisande and her roommate/new BFF Sera follow all the academy rules to the letter whenever they head out of the academy walls. One day they head to the ocean cliffs to practice their song. Corisande has checked everywhere and the coast is clear so she’s horrified when she starts singing that a small sailboat appears on the horizon and is heading for a very rocky shore. Corisande cuts off her song but it’s too late and the boat heads to the rocky shore and crashes.
Horrified Corisande and Sera rush down the rocks to safe this poor soul from certain death. While freeing him he mumbles the Siren song he heard Corisande sing shocking her into silence.
Once they free him they rush back to their car and get back to the school before they are discovered as ems arrives, but before she leaves Corisande finds his wallet and his name Noah and she immediately can’t get him off her mind and finds herself googling him for more information, turns out he attends a human prep school nearby.
From there the story that unfolds is a beautiful ya Paranormal Romance story with Corisande feeling a pull to Noah she doesn’t understand and the same happening for Noah. I don’t want to say much more as this is a wonderfully done set up for more stories and anything else would give it all away.
Extremely well done ya romance 👏

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Corisande is a Siren who’s been home schooled her entire life finds herself at Magwitch academy specific for Sirens to learn to control their song and keep the secrets of the sirens. She didn’t want to come here in the first place after only knowing her mom as a teacher but she knows as a young Siren she’s dangerous and needs to hone her powers, and control her song so she stays despite her reluctantance.
Corisande and her roommate/new BFF Sera follow all the academy rules to the letter whenever they head out of the academy walls. One day they head to the ocean cliffs to practice their song. Corisande has checked everywhere and the coast is clear so she’s horrified when she starts singing that a small sailboat appears on the horizon and is heading for a very rocky shore. Corisande cuts off her song but it’s too late and the boat heads to the rocky shore and crashes.
Horrified Corisande and Sera rush down the rocks to safe this poor soul from certain death. While freeing him he mumbles the Siren song he heard Corisande sing shocking her into silence.
Once they free him they rush back to their car and get back to the school before they are discovered as ems arrives, but before she leaves Corisande finds his wallet and his name Noah and she immediately can’t get him off her mind and finds herself googling him for more information, turns out he attends a human prep school nearby.
From there the story that unfolds is a beautiful ya Paranormal budding romance story with Corisande feeling a pull to Noah she doesn’t understand and the same happening for Noah. I don’t want to say much more as this is a wonderfully done set up for more stories and anything else would give it all away. Definitely ok for multiple audiences minimal adult themes.
Extremely well done ya paranormal story.👏

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Lucinda Morton-Phillips

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

“A Song of Salt & Secrets” is the second novella in the Mythic Academy collection. However, it is a standalone story that follows the journey of Corisande, a siren who attends the Magwitch Academy with other sirens to learn how to control their singing urge, which can harm people. One day, when she thought nobody was around, Corisande causes a young sailor named Noah to wreck his ship. Filled with guilt, she saves Noah’s life but angers an ancient goddess in the process. As she struggles to deal with her growing feelings for Noah while keeping her true identity a secret, Corisande must also confront a vengeful goddess who will stop at nothing to seek revenge.

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The School of Nine (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Callie Luna

The School of Nine (The Mythic Academy Collection, #1)The School of Nine by Amanda Marin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The School of Nine was a perfect Novella for any YA reader. Bianca is a Muse in training that is attending Brightling Academy. She trips in Poise class one day to be met with Sebastian, the first male to attend the academy in decades, since Muses are typically female. Once Bianca and Sebastian realize that the signs are appearing signaling the end of the Muses power, they must do everything they to find a way to stop it from happening. I loved the premise of the story with a school full of muses to bring inspiration to ordinary human artists. They bring good things into the world and make the world a better place. The love interest is wholesome. Amanda Marin does an amazing job giving significant detail to the world even with a short number of pages. I look forward to reading A Song of Salt and Secrets next.

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Callie Luna

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Song of Salt and Secrets is the second Novella in The Mythic Academy Collection. This book takes place in the same world as The School of Nine. The main character this time is Corisande who is a Siren studying at Magwitch Academy, a boarding school by the sea. Sirens are cured with a song of salt that lures unexpected sailors to their deaths. Corisande accidentally sings to Noah causing him to crash on the shore, he is injured but alive. What will happen to Corisande and Noah now that he has heard the sirens song? The world building and character development is fantastic considering that it is a novella. The details within the book are enough to hook you in. It is a nice twist on myths about the supernatural. The romance is clean. Overall, the book is a fun and short read.

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Juls Dick

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Song of Salt and Secrets is part of the Mythic Academy series by Amanda Marin, this is an enjoyable short read that looks at a part of the supernatural community that I don’t think I have ever read about before, sirens. The story follows Corisande, who is a senior at the mysterious Magwich Academy, a school designed to keep sirens safe from the human world. Unfortunately, even though she tried her best not to, Corisande unexpectedly allows a human to hear her siren song and although she saves him, it may not be enough to save herself. I liked this book, I read it all in one sitting and it kept me engaged throughout. I wish there was a bit more character development though as I feel that you didn’t get to really get to know them properly. I did like that it was a new take on a supernatural story and would read more in this series.

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Helen Dawkins

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Song of Salt and Secrets is the second book in the Mythic Academy Collection by Amanda Marin. It is a YA teen fantasy with sirens, an ancient Goddess, a curse, magic, romance as well as friendships. It has a little mermaid vibe just revamped. We follow Corisande, who is a siren, attending the Magwitch Academy. She is desperately trying to keep her cursed singing voice under control, but despite warnings, she lures in Noah, who is a student at a nearby Prep school, and almost kills him when he crashes his boat. Cue in angry Goddess Aphrodite. Corisande is rapidly starting to feel a pull towards Noah. Fate must have a plan, even if it doesn’t seem that way at the moment.

Will Corisande ever be able to control her curse? Will Aphrodite cause problems than cannot be averted? How could Noah ever love a monster like Corisande?

While this is the second book in the collection, it is and can be read as a stand-alone. Looking forward to reading more from this author.

**Noah’s mom is probably the only aspect of the book I did not like. While I understand she was wanting to keep her son safe, it came off really odd. But it did not make that big of an impact of how much I loved the book.

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Kerry Carr

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really enjoyable YA paranormal romance. It is a story full of magic, myths, danger, romance, ancient goddesses and secrets all set in the boundaries of an academy.
I loved Corisande, she is a character who I really felt for because she sees herself as a monster and finds it hard to believe that anyone can see her as anything more than that.
Corisande is a Siren. She has been cursed with this which means she always has to fight the urge to sing because her song can lure men to their death.
And that’s what happened. One fateful day she thought it was safe to sing her song but it wasn’t safe and all and it brought Noah almost to his death.
After Corisande saves Noah she can’t help but feel drawn to him but she doesn’t understand the reason why. As she gets to know him questions arise that needs to be answered such as should she tell him the truth about what she is? Could there be a connection between his uncle who survived a shipwreck and a past student who saved a human then ended up losing their life?
What happens when a life that is supposed to be sacrificed survives? Does there need to be another person taken in their place?

This story is fast paced and very unique. It is part of a series but you can read this story as a standalone. I really enjoyed it and I can’t wait to read more.

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The School of Nine by Amanda Marin reviewed by Crystal Jimmo

The School of Nine (The Mythic Academy Collection, #1)The School of Nine by Amanda Marin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In this first book we have the story of the Muses. Mainly Bianca and Sebastian. Bianca is close to flunking out of Brightling Academy. She offers to help Sebastian settle in at her school. Bianca is your sweet kind of girl. She has a lot of power but doesn’t quite know it. She has a lot of self-doubt but by the end of the novella, she has beautifully transformed into a butterfly who knows her worth. I really enjoyed this book! I will be adding it to my daughter’s library when she gets a little bit older. I think she will absolutely love this book!

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Crystal Jimmo

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a really cute novella. It was quick to get through. I was quite sad that it didn’t take me very long to finish it. I wanted to read more and hear more about Corisande and Noah’s story. The way it ended was very sweet, but I was wanting more. I will say though my favorite character was Sera. She was everything a best friend could ask for. I am for sure going to read more about Mythic Academy! It tied in the different myths of the sirens beautifully, and the storytelling was amazing. When the accident causing Noah to fall off his boat leads into some interesting turns and twists. Are the feeling between Corisande and Noah real, or are they just because of her curse?

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Amber Howard

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin is the second novella in the Mythic Academy Collection. This story is about a Siren, Corisande, who accidentally hurts a sailor and a series of events that unfold. In this re-imagined telling, Sirens are sent to a special school in order to learn to conceal their powers and keep the knowledge of their existence a secret. On an outing with her best friend Sera, Bianca accidentally cause Noah to crash his boat. Feeling terrible the two Sirens save him. This action would be the start of turning the world they know upside down. Secrets will be revealed, bonds will be formed and something so powerful and simple may just be what they need to fix everything.

The characters are very sweet. Corisande and Noah are bonded by her curse but the feelings may be real. They both protect each other in their own ways. Sera is actually my fave character. The way she is there for Corisande is beautiful. She’s a shoulder to cry on, a voice of reason, and a defender. Again, like the first story, the ending is complete. I don’t have numerous questions. I love the tie in to mythology.

This story is marketed towards young adults but I enjoyed it a lot. It’s nice to read feel good wholesome books that don’t have a lot of adult content in them every now and then. You get romance, fantasy/paranormal, and a bit of mystery in this one. 4.5 ⭐️

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The School of Nine (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Amber Howard

The School of Nine (The Mythic Academy Collection, #1)The School of Nine by Amanda Marin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The School of Nine by Amanda Marin is a part of the Mythic Academy collection but can be read as a stand alone novella. This story follows Bianca as she embarks on a journey of self discovery, acceptance, and sacrifice. As graduation nears she is tasked with showing the new kid ( Sebastian) the ropes. She soon finds out that every one has secrets and that her gift may be just what’s needed to save them all. With the help of The nine she just might.

I really enjoyed this one. The characters are well developed, the plot is super engaging and there isn’t a lull. Right from the start you can tell there’s something about Bianca that is powerful and I don’t mean her actual powers. Although she doubts herself she has a strength that many wouldn’t have in her situation.

This is a story for young adults but can be enjoyable by anyone who likes fantasy stories. Its wholesome. Doesn’t take long to read. The story feels complete and I am not left with a million questions which is quite refreshing. I also noticed that both stories in this series have mythical references. I love mythology and am always intrigued by the way they are incorporated. 5 ⭐️ from me.

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Rose McCaskey

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story is a take on the Gods and Goddesses. Corisande is the main character and her best friend Sera. Both are sirens. The explanation for sirens in the story is interesting but I don’t want to give too much away since this is set up like a standalone novella. It takes place at Magwitch Academy, a school for sirens to teach them how to control their powers.

However, they still have accidents which brings in Noah Fisk. Noah is a senior at a school near Magwitch. When Coriande sees Noah for the first time she feels a pull towards him but he doesn’t even know she is there.

I really liked this novella. I haven’t read a whole lot of standalone novellas but I am interested in checking them out now. This book has under 200 pages and is a short read but it is worth the time to check it out.

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Alison Risher

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Mythical creatures. Star- crossed young lovers. The power of music. The power of forgiveness. The author has put together a fascinating tale that will make readers want to dive in!

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A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin – Review by Tausha Treadway

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection)A Song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Song of Salt and Secrets (Mythic Academy Collection) by Amanda Marin. This is somewhat sad, young adult, Paranormal read. It’s the story of Corisande who is a special type of siren that this supposed to use her song to kill sailors but she hates the thought of killing anyone. Corisande has attended Magwitch Academy trying to learn to control her song and she has to come extent but when she accidentally causes Noah to wreck his boat and he is injured which devastates Coriande. Trying to nurse him back to health they are both drawn to each other and feelings do occur. Can she keep that part of herself hidden from Noah and can he be the one person to help her control it. She loves to sing and its so hard to lose that part of herself. This is such a fun, Paranormal read. Even though this is the 2nd book it can be read as a standalone. I really enjoyed it.

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A song of Salt and Secrets by Amanda Marin – Review by Stephanie Tellas

“There’s one thing more powerful than true love’s kiss. For Corisande Phillips, being a siren has meant living a cursed life, a lonely life—a life plagued by the fear of hurting someone with her deadly song. At Magwitch Academy, she has learned to control her urge to sing … for the most part, anyway. But when a moment of weakness gets the best of her, Corisande accidentally causes Noah, a student at a nearby prep school, to crash his sailboat, unleashing the fury of the sea—and an ancient goddess who will not be robbed of her revenge. Only Noah’s love has the power to save Corisande, but how can he ever learn to care for a monster like her?”
Does he learn to love her or will love conquer all , or not at all , will have to read the story to find out. This is the second book in the series, can be read as a stand alone, loved the characters, and the storyline. looking forward to read more from this author. I give this book 4 stars.

The school of 9 by Amanda Marin – Review by Stephanie Tellas

“Nine muses. Nine signs. Nine chances to stop the darkness. Flunking out of Brightling Academy—a prestigious finishing school for Muses-in-training—isn’t an option for Bianca Harper. But if she doesn’t master Poise and Charm or stop tripping over her ballgown, failure is inevitable. Then he shows up: Sebastian Greenbriar, the first male student to walk through Brightling’s halls in decades. For extra credit, Bianca agrees to help him settle in—even though putting up with his self-absorbed attitude feels more like a punishment than a chance at redemption. But just as Bianca begins to make good, she discovers an even bigger problem lurking in the shadows. As foretold by ancients, the Well of Imagination—the force from which Muses draw their powers to inspire—is running dry, threatening the future of Muse-kind and the beauty they bring into the world. Sebastian’s connection to this danger is impossible to miss, but when he isn’t who or what he claims, can Bianca rely on him to help her stop the impending darkness?”
This is the first book in a 2 part series, really liked characters, the storyline flowed really well, kept my attention through the whole book. This book can be read as a stand alone. I give this book 4 stars.