Aquamarine

by Alice Hoffman

First published 2001

When Hailey and Claire discover a mysterious mermaid named Aquamarine in their pool, their final summer together takes an enchanting turn. As the mythical creature's time on land dwindles, the girls race to help Aquamarine find the love she's searching for before she fades away. Against the backdrop of a record-breaking heatwave, these friends navigate the unpredictable tides of growing up, loyalty, and the transformative power of magic.

Genres: fantasy, contemporary, magical-realism, young-adult

Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, whimsical

Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family

104 pages · Paperback · Egmont

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