The Floating Forest

Mermaids Rock #2

by Linda Chapman, Mirelle Ortega (Illustrator)

In this new chapter book series featuring the mermaids of Mermaids Rock, when Coralie finds a mysterious treasure map in a kelp forest, she and her friends can't wait to explore. But the forest has been destroyed! They'll have to do everything they can to save the forest creatures before it's too late....

Coralie is overjoyed when she visits a beautiful kelp forest with her pet dolphin, Dash. She meets adorable sea lions and otters, and she even finds a mysterious treasure map! After telling her friends about it, they're excited to help her search for the treasure. But when they arrive in the kelp forest, they find that it has been destroyed. Without the plants for protection, the animals that live there are in danger--and the friends must do everything they can to save the sea creatures before it's too late....

Join Coralie, Marina, and their mermaid friends in the beautiful coral reef at Mermaids Rock! Whether they're working together to help sea animals in danger or solving a mystery of the deep, the friends at Mermaids Rock will do anything to protect their ocean home and if there is a ripple of adventure they will find it!

Genres: Childrens

160 pages, Paperback

Published May 4, 2021

About the author

Linda Chapman was born in Liverpool in 1969. She had many different jobs before becoming a full-time writer in 1999 including working as a theatre stage manager, a dog trainer, a bookseller, a nanny, a teacher and a research assistant. She has written over 300 books for children, some under her own name, others under different names and she often collaborates with other authors. She is currently writing books with Julie Sykes and they are co-authors on the NYT bestselling Unicorn Academy series as well as Mermaid Academy, Forever Homes and Pocket Unicorns. Linda lives in Leicestershire with her husband, three children, two horses and three dogs. She has written many different series including: My Secret Unicorn, Star Friends, Best Friends Bakery, Stardust, Skating School and, most recently, Magic Keepers and Moonlight Riders.

Reviews

[FinishingMyTBR · Rating 5 out of 5]

I got a kick out of this book. :D Cute story, nice pictures, and the fun facts at the back are great! I also giggled at all the jokes. :)

[Kailey (Luminous Libro) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Coralie and her friends are playing at the magic whirlpool, transporting to different oceans around the world to explore. Coralie travels to a kelp forest and discovers a map that seems to point to a treasure. The friends plan a treasure-hunting expedition, but the nosy Glenda is spying their plans. The mermaids are also worried about encountering dangerous animals like orcas or sharks in the kelp forest, and they try to make a plan to stay safe. But you never know what might happen out in the ocean!

I loved this cute book! The mermaid culture is wonderfully imaginative, and I thought it was so fun to learn about all the mermaid friends. We also get some real life facts about interesting fish and conservation in the ocean. The plot and mysterious adventure had me guessing and wondering!

I love all the interesting mermaid characters. They all have their own strengths and that is what makes them such a great team. Coralie is funny and smart and strong. Naya is always inventing some type of new scientific magical combination to help them in their adventures. Luna has a special connection to marine animals. Kai is always looking for a new way to do things, a new approach to their problems. And Marina is the heart of the group, and she is always encouraging and supporting the others.

The black and white illustrations in this book are so cool! It really brings the story to life. I love the art style, and the unique designs for each mermaid character.

Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts, and are not influenced by anyone.

[Barbara · Rating 3 out of 5]

I can certainly see many third and fourth grade readers enjoying this book, part of series featuring mercreatures who care about the environment. In this, the second title in the series, Coralie discovers a kelp forest and a treasure map while exploring different areas through a whirlpool. Her friends--Marina, Naya, Luna, and Kai--decide to join her along with their animal friends in a search for the treasure. But they have to be careful in their search since Glenda, the daughter of Chief Razeem, is keeping an eye on them and wants to know what secrets they are keeping. But the kelp forests have been destroyed in a storm, and the animals that once used them for protection are now vulnerable to predators such as the orcas that arrive on the scene. Quick thinking helps provide a solution. The illustrations show the personalities of the characters and the playful nature of the creatures they encounter. The marine-related jokes Coralie is always cracking may elicit a groan or two, but they are rather funny. I could probably do without the sea-themed interjections such as "fin-tastic," but other readers may appreciate them. It's encouraging to find a series that features compassionate characters who are interested in the environment and saving species rather than being focused on their outer appearance.

[Mehsi · Rating 3 out of 5]

Geen zin om een NL versie toe te voegen (verkouden/niet 100% lekker) dus dan maar zo. Een leuk boek over een groep vrienden (zeemeerminnen) die samen op avontuur gaan en dieren/natuur redden alleen dan zonder het vleugje guilt trippen dat heel veel van dat soort boeken heeft. Ik vond het erg leuk om te lezen en ik vloog er dan ook doorheen. Ook de extra informatie aan het einde en de mopjes vond ik tof! En de illustraties vond ik top, erg leuke stijl!
Alleen Glenda. Ja, daarom geen 4 maar 3 sterren. Want ik ben ondertussen wel klaar met dit soort pestkinderen in boeken. Ga gewoon weg. Gelukkig komt karma wel langs dus dat was dan wel fijn.