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barbarianlibarian's review
3.0
wanted to like this more than I did. I had issues with the logistics of the plot -- how things were stuck and how tools were supposedly used, which kept me distracted
unchainedreader's review
5.0
This is a delightful mermaid story that shows that money truly isn't everything.
ivyinthepages's review
5.0
Rating: 5 leaves out of 5
Characters: 5/5
Cover: 5/5
Story: 5/5
Writing: 5/5
Genre: Children
Type: Book
Worth?: Yes
Characters: 5/5
Cover: 5/5
Story: 5/5
Writing: 5/5
Genre: Children
Type: Book
Worth?: Yes
piqandsee's review
5.0
There needs to be more books like this for kids. I had originally bought this for my niece for Xmas, and then I read it and I ordered it for my kiddo, too.
theinkwyrm's review
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
The illustrations were beautiful, but the story was just kind of weird and didn’t really flow well. I also have questions. Where are Oona’s parents? Apparently mermaids can go on land and have peaceful relationships with humans (unlike basically every other mermaid story)? I’m sure little kids wouldn’t think anything about it, but I think it’s weird.
zezee's review
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.0
adriagoetz's review
5.0
Loved this fun story about a treasure hunting mermaid named Oona on her quest to get a beautiful crown!
misscalije's review
3.0
I wish I would’ve just listened to the other reviews on this book when I had the chance. There are threads that go nowhere and the narrative really doesn’t have a clear through line. The best part of this book is the illustrations, and they deserve some absolute praise. I just wish the pictures hadn’t been wasted on such a poor story.