Roffey, Monique
The Mermaid of Black Conch: A novel from the Vintage Earth collection (Vintage Earth)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781784878023
- author:
- Roffey, Monique
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Vintage Classics
- language:
- English
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Mermaid of Black Conch is a mesmerising tale of love and transformation, set against the vibrant backdrop of the Caribbean sea. Aycayia, a mermaid who has lived alone for centuries, is caught by American tourists and rescued by a fisherman named David, who sets out to return her to the ocean. As Aycayia begins to transform into a woman, a deep and unlikely love affair blossoms between her and David.
This enchanting novel is part of the Vintage Earth series, which explores our complex relationship with the natural world. With its unique blend of magical realism and historical insight, The Mermaid of Black Conch is a transformative and wild tale that will surprise and appeal to readers.