Secrets of Carrick: Merrow

Name: Secrets of Carrick: Merrow
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SKU: 9781742031361
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By Ananda Braxton-Smith

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Secrets of Carrick: Merrow by Ananda Braxton-Smith is a young adult novel set in the lush, mystical landscape of Carrick. The story follows Nia, a young girl whose curiosity about the sea and the legends of merrows—mythical sea creatures—leads her to uncover secrets about her family and the village. As Nia delves into the lore and history of her surroundings, she grapples with the blurred lines between myth and reality in a quest for truth and belonging.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to atmospheric young adult tales set in captivating coastal villages, where intriguing secrets blend with elements of mystery and folklore. The author skilfully weaves a story that's both enchanting and suspenseful, making it ideal for readers who love exploring the depths of human emotion and the allure of magical realism.

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?

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Secrets of Carrick: Merrow tells the story of Merrow, who 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?

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Secrets of Carrick: Merrow by Ananda Braxton-Smith has been praised for its wondrous narrative and fulfilling storytelling. Critics highlight its skillful blend of myth, legend, and superstition, deeming it a tale of exceptional beauty that appeals to those interested in traditional folklore. The book is described as exquisite, lush, and haunting, leaving a lasting impression on its readers while vividly encapsulating the tumultuous journey of coming of age.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781742031361

Publisher: Walker Books Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 May 2010

Country: Australia

Imprint: Black Dog Books

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 256

Collections

Ananda Braxton-Smith Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Young Adult

About the Author

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.

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