Secrets of Carrick: Merrow

Description

Merrow lives in a medieval village with her aunt. Both her parents have disappeared. Her father was a sailor who didn't come home one day, and her grief-stricken mother walked into the ocean never to be seen again. But then the villagers start whispering - maybe her mother was a sea-maid; and if she was, then what is Merrow?

Ananda Braxton-Smith is a journalist and children's author. She has written several titles for Black Dog Books, including a series for older readers, the Secrets of Carrick. The first two books in the series, Merrow and Tantony, were Children's Book Council of Australia Notable Books in 2011 and 2012, in addition to being finalists in the Young Adult Fiction category of the 2010 and 2011 Aurealis Awards.

A notable story that is as wondrous as it is fulfilling. * Larissabookgirl Blog * A skillful blend of myth, legend and superstition, Braxton-Smith has created a tale of exceptional beauty. This story will not only appeal to teenage girls, but to anyone who is interested in traditional folklore. * Buzzwords Magazine * Exquisite. A beautiful, lush, haunting story - one that stays with the reader long after the last word is read. * Magpies * Braxton-Smith has created a tale of exceptional beauty. * Buzzwords Magazine * This is a book to become immersed in. -- Mike Shuttleworth * Centre for Youth Literature * Merrow perfectly captures the rocky, chaotic journey that coming of age can be. * Fiction Focus *