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The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea

Maggie Tokuda-Hall
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The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020

Book Brief

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Maggie Tokuda-Hall

The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

360

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Action & Adventure

Romance
Setting

High Seas • Fantasy World

Topic
LGBTQ+
Publication Year

2020

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL730L

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Super Short Summary

In The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea, a gender-fluid pirate, Flora/Florian, navigates colonial power dynamics on the sea. A captive, Lady Evelyn Hasegawa, forms a bond with Florian, as they confront magical forces, mermaids, and a witch. Their journey explores identity, love, and freedom, against a backdrop of adventure and mysticism.

Fantastical

Adventurous

Mysterious

Romantic

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.1

12,775 ratings

66%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea by Maggie Tokuda-Hall offers a richly imaginative tale that skillfully intertwines themes of identity and freedom. Positives include its diverse characters and vivid world-building. Criticisms focus on pacing issues and convoluted plot elements. Overall, the novel is a bold and engaging read for fans of fantasy and adventure.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea?

Readers who enjoy The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea by Maggie Tokuda-Hall are typically fans of adventurous fantasy with strong themes of identity and resistance. Comparable to The Gilded Wolves by Roshani Chokshi and Crier's War by Nina Varela, it appeals to those who value diverse characters and rich storytelling.

4.1

12,775 ratings

66%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

360

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Action & Adventure

Romance
Setting

High Seas • Fantasy World

Topic
LGBTQ+
Publication Year

2020

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL730L

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