The Mermaid of Black Conch

Name: The Mermaid of Black Conch
Brand: Vintage Publishing
SKU: 9781784878023
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A novel from the Vintage Earth collection

By Monique Roffey

Series: Vintage Earth

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The Mermaid of Black Conch by Monique Roffey is a captivating tale set on a small Caribbean island. It follows a fisherman named David who encounters Aycayia, a mermaid ensnared by two Americans hoping to make a fortune. As David seeks to protect her, an enchanting and transformative story unfolds, weaving themes of love, jealousy, and the clash of cultures.
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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by magical realism intertwined with Caribbean folklore. You might enjoy the poetic storytelling and rich cultural tapestry that transport you to an enchanting and mythical world. Intriguing characters and an evocative narrative promise an immersive reading experience.

The Mermaid of Black Conch

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VINTAGE EARTH - A series of transformative novels with the environment at their heart.

‘His stomach trembled with desire and fear and wonder because he knew what he'd seen. A woman. Right there, in the water’

Near the island of Black Conch, a fisherman sings to himself while waiting for a catch. But David attracts a sea-dweller that he never expected — Aycayia, an innocent young woman cursed by jealous wives to live as a mermaid.

When American tourists capture Aycayia, David rescues her and vows to win her trust. Slowly, painfully, she transforms into a woman again. Yet as their love grows, they discover that the world around them is changing — and they cannot escape the curse forever.

VINTAGE EARTH is a series of books that reveals our ever-changing relationship with the environment. These are stories old and young, set in worlds real or imagined, that allow us to explore our connection to the natural world. Transformative, wild, surprising and essential, these novels take on the most urgent story of our times.

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The Mermaid of Black Conch by Monique Roffey is praised for its lush, sensuous prose and intricate world-building, offering a mix of fairy tale and ghost story elements that engage the reader. The writing is described as lyrical and magical, yet balanced with a touch of realism. It is noted as a beautiful and haunting book that captivates and enchants its audience.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781784878023

Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 July 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vintage Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 182g

Pages: 256

Collections

Fantasy Fiction General Fiction Historical Fiction Literary Fiction Monique Roffey Romance Romantasy (Fantasy Romance) Sci-Fi & Fantasy Series: Vintage Earth

About the Author

Monique Roffey was born in Port of Spain, Trinidad, and lives in London. She is the author of seven novels and a memoir. The Mermaid of Black Conch won the Costa Book of the Year and the Costa Novel Award and was shortlisted for the Rathbones Folio Prize and the Goldsmiths Prize. Her other highly acclaimed books include Archipelago, which won the OCM Bocas Prize for Caribbean Literature, The White Woman on the Green Bicycle and House of Ashes. In addition to her work as an environmental activist, she is a professor of contemporary fiction at Manchester Metropolitan University.