“ I was swept away in a sea foam storm . . . What a treasure trove of a book”   –Hilary McKay, author of The Skylarks’ War

“A dark, quirky fairy tale of a story—beautifully written and beautifully translated too. A free, fresh narrative style expertly combined with classic storytelling. I loved it.”   –Lucy Strange, author of Our Castle by the Sea

“A fairy story with as many twists as a mermaid’s tail—both dark-edged and charming. You won’t be able to put it down.”   –Julia Golding, author of The Diamond of Drury Lane

“Terrific. Deeply moving, yet never sentimental. It unfolds beautifully, with all the wonder and magic of the best fairy stories.”   –Tania Unsworth, author of The Girl Who Thought Her Mother Was a Mermaid

“An astonishing, mysterious, seaswept story . . . Dazzles with darkness and glitters with light.”      –Cerrie Burnell, author of Harper and the Sea of Secrets

“A mesmeric tale of fierce friendships and loyalty. So good it reads like folklore. A beautiful, captivating tale.”   –Emma Carroll, author of Letters from the Lighthouse

“Mermaids, pirates and fierce fights for freedom combine in a fastpaced fairytale.” –Guardian

“An absolute delight . . . I just couldn’t help but sit and read this from cover to cover in one sitting!” –Independent Book Reviews

“Truly atmospheric and original stuff . . . Who can possibly resist the lure of a book so entangled and entwined with a love of the ocean? This is beautifully told and realized.” –ReaditDaddy

ARC distribution starting at Winter Institute 2020

Early distribution to bookstores nationwide

Extensive social media campaign

Downloadable readers' group guide

Video trailer

Pre-pub teaser advertising to retailers and libraries