Graphic Novel Review of Sea Sirens by Amy Chu and Illustrated by Janet K. Lee

Read for: Graphic Novel Challenge & Review copy received

Synopsis: "Dive into this middle-grade graphic novel about a Vietnamese American surfer girl and her talking cat who plunge into a fantasy world of oceanic marvels . . . and mayhem!

Trot, a Vietnamese American surfer girl, and Cap'n Bill, her cranky one-eyed cat, catch too big a wave and wipe out, sucked down into a magical underwater kingdom where an ancient deep-sea battle rages. The beautiful Sea Siren mermaids are under attack from the Serpent King and his slithery minions--and Trot and her feline become dangerously entangled in this war of tails and fins.

This graphic novel was inspired by The Sea Fairies, L. Frank Baum's "underwater Wizard of Oz." It weaves Vietnamese mythology, fantastical ocean creatures, and a deep-sea setting."

My Review: It was such a pleasant surprise to receive this book in the mail. It was a perfect book to kick off my summer. The colors of this one are so bright and vibrant and I really enjoyed the illustration style. The story is supposed to be based on a fairy tale and mythology but I am not familiar with those original materials, so I was able to just enjoy the story for what it was. I really enjoyed the characters, Trot, while a little rebellious was still a good kid, concerned about her grandfather. I, of course, loved Cap'n Bill he is such a cat a little snobby and stubborn but still loyal and loving to his people. The underwater world is beautiful and unique, and the adventure offers some fun and surprising twists. It is meant for a younger audience but can be enjoyed by everyone.

My Rating: I really enjoyed this one, the story, the illustration style and characters were all so enjoyable.  I give it a rating of Four Paws!

 I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. The below is my honest review and opinion. 

You can find out more about Amy Chu and her other graphic novels and comics on her Goodreads Page or Website.

Sea Sirens was just released June 11th so you can now pick up your own copy in print or digital format from Amazon or Goodreads or ask for it at your library or local comic book store!