Syren

This ones bought for the daughter (11), I started the series and enjoyed it immensely but found it too easy for my elevated age (43).I wasn't going to continue with the story but I got bombarded by the daughter to get more,As always I read my kids books first and act as a censor for some books, Michael grants 'gone' series gave me nightmares never mind the kids!Siren is an enjoyable book and suits the age group perfectly, I enjoyed the way the story flowed with the central characters being bright and entertaining as always.Overall an excellent addition to any YA book collection!

I confess that I had not read any books in this series for a long time; this book was a slap in the face and brought me back to the reality of the castle, although you do not see much of it in this book, and I was relieved to see Jenna, Septimus, Beetle, Nicko and the rest of the gang after a long time without reading of them in a long time.Typical of a Septimus Heap book, disaster strikes early on after you think it's all right. A malicious spirit combined with a cat-man; this book is full of the quirky, original and magical stuff that Angus Sage is famous for. However much I would love to tell you, I would not want to spoil it for you. If you haven't read the first four, though, don't read this yet! Highly recommend, nothing more needs to be said.

This is an author with imagination

Septimus is lured by the sweet song of the Syren and meets Syrah - an apprentice from a much earlier time who is possessed by the Syren. Can Septimus escape the Syren, and can he help Syrah?

Although meant for young adults, this old adult really enjoys reading about septimus heap. Magic, adventure, castles, tunels and great story telling.