Sing Me to Sleep

This book is nothing special to me. I guess it's more of a problem with the genre than this book specifically, but I don't like people being stripped of their free will, so siren stories may not be for me. I don't understand why Hayes was so enraptured with Saoirse when she literally gave him nothing (I know crushes can be irrational but at some point the feelings have to dissipate when the person shows you nothing but shady behavior, lying, manipulation, and disrespect). I think Saoirse's aunties should have told her what they knew about the Royals before she graduated in case she was given a placement in the Palace, and she should have told them about the silver letter in Rain's backpack. Maybe they could have used magic to trace its origins and all of this could have been avoided. Also, why were the Sorkova parents pretty lax about Rain's secret and protection? Yes, Saoirse was too protective, but the parents seemed too lax. Not only would their daughter's life at risk if she were discovered, but so would Saoirse's and theirs. They should have done better keeping her away from graduation and the Palace.

Not really a fan of this book and if it turns into a series I probably won't read the rest.

In Gabi Burton's ‘Sing Me to Sleep,' the characters you can't help but root for the main characters. The promise of a kind love interest in Hayes is not only met but exceeded. Soarsie's growth adds depth to the story, and the seamless worldbuilding captivates from the start. Her journey feels like watching someone you care about evolve and grow. While the book didn't completely blow me away, it was like spending time with good company—thoroughly enjoyable, leaving me excited for what comes next in the sequel.

Honestly this is one of the best YA debuts I've read in a minute. I was thrashing around for the last 30ish pages, the anxiety was at its highest!

The world building and the vivid descriptions was just chef's kiss Normally in Fantasy I have a hard time remembering/picturing what the author wants me to see, but this was just on point. Everything ran like a smooth movie. From Saoirse's anger, to her killings, and the battles. I hate that this took, so long for me to read! I had it for so long and even had the E-Arc 😩

Saoirse is now on my list of best FMC, and I think my first morally grey character that didn't annoy me to oblivion and beyond. She had a reason for what she did with all her good intentions behind it. I think that's where a lot of morally grey characters throw me off, but the way Saoirse is written definitely kept me on board. Also her undying love for Rain! That was definitely one of my favorite parts of of the book was the sister bond between the two.

Ooh and Hayes. How could I forget about Hayes. Truly such a great MMC. I feel like if he could cling on to Saoirse so the rest of his life he would 🤣🤣

The story overall 10/10. I need book #2 YESTERDAY. 

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4.5

I would like to thank Hodder & Stoughton and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Saoirse is a Siren, living hidden in a kingdom ruled by fae who feel superior to other species. Her survival depends on her ability to keep her secrets and fight her instincts.

The writing and world building are great and the characters are so wonderfully grey I wasn't certain at all times if I liked them or not.

Although the story has some familiar tropes, and concepts generally present in YA novels, the ending was quite surprising and left me wanting for the next book.

3.5 ⭐️