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The Mermaid of Black Conch

By: Monique Roffey
Narrated by: Ben Onwukue, Vivienne Acheampong
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Escape to the ocean with the entrancing, unforgettable winner of the Costa Book of the Year.

Features original music created for the audiobook.

Near the island of Black Conch, a fisherman sings to himself while waiting for a catch. But David attracts a sea-dweller that he never expected - Aycayia, an innocent young woman cursed by jealous wives to live as a mermaid.

When American tourists capture Aycayia, David rescues her and vows to win her trust. Slowly, painfully, she transforms into a woman again. Yet as their love grows, they discover that the world around them is changing - and they cannot escape the curse forever....

©2019 Monique Roffey (P)2020 W. F. Howes Ltd Caribbean Creators Fantasy Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Fiction Magical Realism Romance Magic Heartfelt Fishing Merfolk

Critic reviews

"A bittersweet love story." (BBC News)

"A fiercely modern mermaid story." (The Times)

"Wondrous.... A striking achievement." (Sunday Times)
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This story swept me off to the Caribbean. Very absorbing. Brilliant narration. Very atmospheric. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

Magical, great narration

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Really can’t explain why this book moved me this much. Just magical, beautifully written and the narration bought it alive. Can not fault this book and I hope everyone gives it a listen or read. Blown away by it to be honest.

One of the best audio books I have ever listened to.

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Much more than a beautiful story about a mermaid, once I started I could stop listening. I would highly recommend.

Beautiful story

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I loved this book and the performances were truly moving. such a good story and character development even in a story short as this. you even are able to feel for the antagonists as well. highly recommended

riveting and wonderful

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An outstandingly beautiful song of a book... with a narrator that transports and holds you entirely. Love. Love. Love.

Utterly captivating...

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