Mermaid by Polly Teale

Mermaid

Polly Teale

64 pages first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction fantasy play mysterious reflective slow-paced

Description

A bold reimagining of Hans Christian Andersen's tale of love, loss and desire, transported to a contemporary setting. Beneath the ocean's waves there is no death or pain or separation. Above, the modern world is beset with war, poverty and desire....

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Community Reviews Summary of 9 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
reflective 100%
tense 100%

Pace

fast 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

N/A: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 100%

Average rating

3.56

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