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303 pages • first pub 2013 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Paperback
Language: English
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In 1860, Alexander Ferguson, a newly ordained vicar and amateur evolutionary scientist, takes up his new parish, a poor, isolated patch on the remote Scottish island of Harris. He hopes to uncover the truth behind the legend of the selkies—mermaid...
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adventurous 25%
dark 25%
informative 25%
reflective 25%
sad 25%
Pace
slow 25%
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Character: 100%Strong character development?
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Child deathMinor
Suicide, Rape, Child abuse
303 pages • first pub 2013 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
In 1860, Alexander Ferguson, a newly ordained vicar and amateur evolutionary scientist, takes up his new parish, a poor, isolated patch on the remote Scottish island of Harris. He hopes to uncover the truth behind the legend of the selkies—mermaid...
Community Reviews Summary of 43 reviews
Moods
adventurous 25%
dark 25%
informative 25%
reflective 25%
sad 25%
Pace
slow 25%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 100%Strong character development?
No: 100%Loveable characters?
No: 50% | Yes: 50%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Child deathMinor
Suicide, Rape, Child abuse