About This Book
Reach for this book if your teenager is struggling with the weight of sibling comparison or feels like their unique talents are overshadowed by others. Jackson Pearce offers a dark, atmospheric reimagining of The Little Mermaid that explores the lengths we go to for love and the danger of losing oneself to jealousy. The story follows Celia, a girl who feels like the least impressive of her supernatural triplet sisters, and Lo, a sea creature desperate to reclaim her humanity. As they both vie for the same boy, the narrative delves into high stakes emotional territory. It is an ideal choice for older middle schoolers and high schoolers who enjoy urban fantasy but are ready to grapple with more complex, morally grey questions about identity and sacrifice. Parents will appreciate how it validates the difficult feelings of being the odd one out while showing the importance of self-worth.
