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I really tried to like this story, but it may be due to personal taste, that it did not stick with me. The whole seals turning into a human, having sex, getting impregnated, and returning to a seal form, just did not sit well with me. There will be that teen or group of teens that are attracted to this plot line; however, I am also willing to bet this subject will be very controversial.
Jan 07, 2013
Carrie
rated it
it was amazing
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young-adult,
historical-fiction,
magical-realism,
adult,
fairy-tale-and-myth,
fantasy,
feminism
Since I strongly disliked Tender Morsels, I was not looking forward to reading this one, but because it was shortlisted for the coveted pyrite Printz, I just had to buckle down and read it. And I'm glad I did! After a slow start with Misskaella's story, the pacing really picks up with Dominic and Daniel's narratives. The grown-up reader in me respected the mature themes of choosing and honoring marriage partners amid sexual desire and the deep sadness that comes with being separated from your ho
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4.5
On a remote island the men capture their brides from the sea. Hard for me to stay interested in this one. Very slow.
Jun 13, 2012
Natasha (Vasilly)
rated it
really liked it
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fairy-tales-and-re-tellings
Oct 26, 2012
Jessica
marked it as remove-from-to-read
Dec 07, 2012
Sarah Gross
marked it as to-read
Jan 16, 2013
EL
marked it as to-read
