So Syren wasn't quite as good as Physik or Queste - but it was heaps and heaps (pun unintended!) better than Magyk and Flyte. The plot was exciting with an edge of mystery and Tertimus Fume's plan for Marcia's downfall was intricate and tied together all the loose storylines which had seemed unrelated to begin with. I also liked the 'mood' of this book - the feeling of isolation, mystery, long-buried secrets and ancient Magyk was amazing to loose yourself in as you read.One issue I feel was dealt with very well in Syren was the relationships between all the characters. Despite the fact that all the teenagers come out with some rather quaint turns of phrase, lame insults and the word 'pigs' when things go wrong, they still feel very real - and considering how 'child-friendly' the entire series is, that's quite a feat. I think all the different teenagers interacted very realistically - for example, when Septimus arrives at the trading post, he feels let down and left out as Nicko wanders around having deep thoughts and looking vague and Jenna prances around in a manner which, if we're honest with ourselves, any 13-year-old girl would behave in if she was gifted a beautiful boat and treated like royalty.I think Septimus as a character was written really well in this book and I think I connected with him the most. I liked how Jenna and Beetle kept going off together on the island as it really brought to life the way they are starting to fall for each other and want to spend time in each other's company. Septimus's irritation at their relaxed attitude in what he considered serious moments was brilliantly written and I really felt his frustration. Considering Septimus's character (clever, the 'Special One', sensitive, bookish, brave in critical moments but eternally humble...) I am always surprised that I still like him! His character would be SOOO easy to hate but somehow Angie Sage has hit him on the head (not literally) and he comes across well.However what I did not like was the ending. (SOME SPOILERS) After the big build-up, it was very anti-climactic and I think they had an easy way out considering the struggle everyone had been through - it all seemed to end very suddenly and often we were not informed what had actually happened regarding the overcoming of various problems until later, and then a nonchalant, ill-fitting manner. However there was a nice feeling of closure and I think that overall the book worked well as a whole; the many different narratives which, to begin with, were unravelling around by themselves doing their own thing entwined satisfactorily - but, as it should be in a series, the ending was quite open, meaning I now want to read book six and continue Septimus's story! This past 4 books in this series astounded me, and so did this book. One thing I really liked about this book is the way the author divides up the book into different characters' journeys. She leaves me on a cliffhanger with one character and moves to another, so I am unable to put down the book. Also, I like all the different magical spells and procedures, they liven up the story. You should definitely read this!
What do You think about Le Sortilège (2010)?
I enjoyed this one the most so far in the series. Lots of original, exciting ideas and plot lines.
—shraddhact
In my opinion, this is the best book of the Septimus Heap series yet.
—retno
keren di akhir akhirnya. dan Jim knee super duper konyol XD
—falchion
personally I think this is the best book of the series
—simona
