For as long as she can remember, twelve-year-old Emily Windsnap has lived on a boat. And, oddly enough, for just as long as her mother has seemed anxious to keep Emily away from the water. But when Mom finally agrees to let her take swimming lessons, Emily makes a startling discovery--about her own identity, the mysterious father she's never met, and the thrilling possibilities and perils shimmering deep below the water's surface. With a sure sense of suspense and richly imaginative details, first-time author Liz Kessler lures us into a glorious world where mermaids study shipwrecks at school and Neptune rules with an iron trident--an enchanting fantasy about family secrets, loyal friendship, and the convention-defying power of love.
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"Quick read but very cute. Should probably be listed on Cuteoverload.com. I liked the voice of Emily; it was very realistic and teenager-y. The artwork was beautiful but I didn't think it matched the tone of the book. Might have to give the others a shot."
— Ever (4 out of 5 stars)
" good book very interesting "
— kinsha, 9/10/2019" Another book that Anna was reading. It's a good one for young girls. "
— Leslie, 2/17/2014" I read this when I was younger, it's an okay book. "
— Tess, 2/9/2014" This story is about a twelve year old girl who discovers that she is part mermaid, part human. The story line has Emily struggling to find who she is and being proud of it, and trying to get her family back together. These themes are very aimed at the young girl reader but as an older reader I did not find this book capturing my attention. If the writing wasn't so specific for an age range, girls aged 9 to 11 years I'd guess, it may become a bit more interesting. "
— Kimberlee, 2/1/2014" awesome makes you see the sea from another perspective "
— Millie, 1/29/2014" Interesting! It would be good for middle-grade readers. "
— Elise, 1/26/2014" I read this with my daughters. They loved the tale of a girl discovering she was really a mermaid when she went in the water. I think they secretly wish they were mermaids too! A fun read-a-loud book for moms and daughters to enjoy together. "
— Kristy, 1/26/2014" Read this as a kid! "
— Mikayla, 1/26/2014" This is a book about a girl named Emily finds out that she is a mermaid. I mostly like it because it has a lot of mysterys you get to figure out. "
— 06emilyr, 1/24/2014" I really enjoyed this book!!! I was younger when I read it but I still love it! It is really great and I suggest it to all girls younger and older!! "
— ♥Emma♥, 1/22/2014" This book was short, good and fairly easy, and somewhat interesting... "
— Virginia, 1/13/2014" Cute story for girls to read. Not extremely exciting to mee. "
— Kristyn, 11/22/2013" it was good nothing compared to any of the twilight books but still realy good! "
— Meredith, 11/17/2013" the title says it all... "
— Miya, 11/1/2013" This was a wonderful book about friendship, family, love, and finding your own self. I loved every moment of it!! "
— Caitlin, 11/1/2013" It was okayy "
— Gillian, 10/29/2013" this is a great fantisy i was surprised by the end!! "
— daniella, 10/29/2013" This was a great book! When Emily finds out about her true self the pieces start getting put together. "
— Ania, 8/16/2013" I loved the idea of becoming a mermaid. I love fantasy and this was an awesome fairy tale. It's the little kid inside of me that comes out a lot when I read. "
— Kaili, 5/24/2013" i love mermaid tales! =D "
— BookWurm, 5/19/2013" About a girl who finds out she is a mermaid. Fantastic! "
— Karrie, 2/16/2013" This was my all time favorite book wen i was younger. "
— Patty, 2/6/2013" i loved this book mthis book got real interesting in the middle "
— Erin, 12/16/2012" This is a message saying don't be afraid who you want to be, don't hide yourself, be yourself. Tell the truth and ask questions know matter what the situation is. "
— Berlita, 8/24/2012" I loved this book!!!!!So many details and i love details!! "
— Anya, 7/20/2012" Well this was a very good kids book. I read it in the fifth grade and if you like girly kids books then this is a good book for you. "
— Brooke, 5/26/2012" Just keep swimming... "
— Taylor, 2/12/2012" I would have given it a 5 star but it swore. "
— Kaitlyn, 12/1/2011" ok, right now I am addicted to YA novels, and this is one of those formula driven series, but its a charming read. "
— Debra, 11/24/2011" I love this book i read it over and over again. "
— Cici, 6/19/2011" This book was very cute. I see why my little girl loved it so much. She's reading the second book in the series right now and I really can't wait to read it myself. "
— Rachel, 5/17/2011" really good! Not my fav but I still like the book!:):):):):):) "
— Siobhan, 5/8/2011" My granddaughter wanted me to read this. It's her favorite book. Very cute children's book and a story with suspense and a happy ending. "
— Karen, 4/22/2011" Really cute. A little young for young adult. Around age 11 probably. But super cute mermaid story. Wish someone would do this for a more mature audience. "
— Megan, 4/19/2011" I really enjoyed reading this book! I like fantisy books so this was perfect! I like the undersea world she meets and the friends she meets in it! "
— Alexia, 4/16/2011" This book was really cute it had a good story line and pleaty of details in it I would totally read this book agian. "
— Rebekah, 4/14/2011" Cute book. I listened to the audio version, which was really good. "
— Catherine, 4/12/2011" I really enjoyed this book!!! I was younger when I read it but I still love it! It is really great and I suggest it to all girls younger and older!! "
— Emma, 4/7/2011" I liked how it was about mermaids and under the water. I always feel relaxed in the water for some reason. I would recommend this to people that like the water and want to know about mermaid talk. "
— Kristinagriffin, 3/30/2011Liz Kessler’s first book, The Tail of Emily Windsnap, was published in ten countries. Liz Kessler lives on a canal boat in the countryside just outside Manchester, England, where she is working on her third book, Emily Windsnap and the Castle in the Mist.
Finty Williams has worked extensively in theater, television, film, and audio. As a narrator, she has received multiple Earphones Awards and twice won the prestigious Audie Award for Best Narration. Her stage credits include The Secret Life of Charlie Chaplin, Northanger Abbey, and The Misanthrope, while on television she has been seen in Born and Bred, Tales from the Crypt, and The Torch. Her films include Gosford Park, The Importance of Being Earnest, and Mrs. Brown.