A dark and beautiful reimagining of The Little Mermaid.
Deep beneath the sea, off the cold Irish coast, Gaia is a young mermaid who dreams of freedom from her controlling father. On her first swim to the surface, she is drawn towards a human boy. She longs to join his carefree world, but how much will she have to sacrifice? What will it take for the little mermaid to find her voice? Hans Christian Andersen's original fairy tale is reimagined through a searing feminist lens, with the stunning, scalpel-sharp writing and world building that has won Louise her legions of devoted fans in the UK. A book with the darkest of undercurrents, full of rage and rallying cries: storytelling at its most spellbinding.Download and start listening now!
“A readable and ultimately empowering tale.”
— School Library Journal
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Louise O’ Neill studied English at Trinity College Dublin and has worked for the senior style director of American Elle magazine. While in New York, she also worked as an assistant stylist on a number of high-profile campaigns. She is currently working as a freelance journalist for a variety of Irish national newspapers and magazines, covering feminist issues, fashion, and pop culture.
Amy Shiels is an Irish actress who trained with the Gaiety Theatre for three years in Dublin. Her film credits include The Abduction Club, Veronica Guerin, Cowboys & Angels, Shattered, and Citadel. Shiels also has experience in radio, television, and theater. She has bases in Los Angeles, London, and Dublin.