A review by ralphiereads76
The Surface Breaks by Louise O'Neill

2.0

Abandoned at 23%. Too slow and shaky character development. I didn't believe the instant-attraction-now-i-can't-eat-or-sleep trope. For being described as a feminist take on The Little Mermaid, I don't think the author's taking enough of a new direction. It's still a beautiful teen girl centered on the conflicts created by the men in her life. Her sisters are catty because she's the favorite. The grandmother, who might possibly have been a redeeming character, is spineless. Moving on.

For a feminist/antiracist take on The Little Mermaid, try THE DEEP by Rivers Solomon instead.