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The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea

the New York Times bestselling magical fantasy
By Axie Oh
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The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea by Axie Oh is a captivating young adult novel set in a world inspired by Korean myths. The story follows a brave young girl who sacrifices herself to save her brother’s beloved, plunging into the Spirit Realm to find a Sea God who must be awakened to stop devastating storms and save her village. As she navigates this enchanting and dangerous realm, she must also confront her own destiny and the fate of those she loves.
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You might enjoy this captivating fantasy if you're drawn to richly woven mythology and stories of courage and sacrifice. This book offers a compelling journey of a young girl's brave venture into a realm filled with gods, spirits, and mysterious underwater adventures. If you relish tales where determination and heart dictate the twists and turns of destiny, this enchanting narrative is perfect for you.

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The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea

The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea is a magical feminist retelling of a classic Korean legend, perfect for fans of Uprooted and Miyazaki's Spirited Away.

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A New York Times Bestseller!

Don't chase fate. Let fate chase you.

'Clever, creative, and exquisitely written' - Stephanie Garber

For generations, deadly storms have ravaged Mina's homeland. Her people believe the Sea God, once their protector, now curses them with death and despair. To appease him, each year a maiden is thrown into the sea, in the hopes that one day the 'true bride' will be chosen and end the suffering.

Many believe Shim Cheong - Mina's brother's beloved - to be the legendary true bride. But on the night Cheong is sacrificed, Mina's brother follows her, even knowing that to interfere is a death sentence. To save her brother, Mina throws herself into the water in Cheong's stead.

Swept away to the Spirit Realm, a magical city of lesser gods and mythical beasts, Mina finds the Sea God, trapped in an enchanted sleep. With the help of a mysterious young man and a motley crew of demons, gods, and spirits, Mina sets out to wake him and bring an end to the storms once and for all.

But she doesn't have much time: a human cannot live long in the land of the spirits. And there are those who would do anything to keep the Sea God from waking...

The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea is a magical feminist retelling of a classic Korean legend, perfect for fans of Uprooted and Miyazaki's Spirited Away.

'A beautiful, mesmerizing retelling' - Elizabeth Lim, New York Times bestselling author of Six Crimson Cranes

'A true jewel of a story' - Janella Angeles, bestselling author of Where Dreams Descend

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Axie Oh's The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea is lauded for its exquisite writing, blending Korean mythology with a captivating narrative that resonates with themes of love, sacrifice, and fate. Critics praise its rich world-building, lyrical prose, and memorable characters, suggesting it offers the whimsical charm akin to Studio Ghibli films. The book is described as a beautifully woven tale with a modern feminist twist on classic tales, suitable for young adults who enjoy immersive fantasy escapes.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529391732

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 February 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodderscape

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 336

About the Author

Axie Oh is the New York Times bestselling author of The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea, XOXO and ASAP, and the Rebel Seoul series. Born in New York City and raised in New Jersey, she studied Korean history and creative writing as an undergrad at the University of California San Diego and holds an MFA in Writing for Young People from Lesley University. Her passions include K-pop, anime, stationery supplies, and milk tea, and she currently resides in Las Vegas, Nevada, with her dogs, Toro and Leila.

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