Roffey, Monique
The Mermaid of Black Conch: The spellbinding winner of the Costa Book of the Year and perfect novel for summer
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- ISBN 13:
- 9781529115499
- author:
- Roffey, Monique
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.7 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Mermaid of Black Conch by Monique Roffey is a mesmerising tale of love and transformation set against the backdrop of a small island community.
A young woman, Aycayia, is cursed to live as a mermaid by jealous wives, but her life changes when she is captured by American tourists. David, a fisherman, rescues her and vows to win her trust, leading to a slow and painful transformation back into a human.
As their love grows, they discover that the world around them is changing, and they cannot escape the curse forever. This bittersweet love story is a joy to read, with a unique and modern take on the mermaid legend.
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