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The Mermaid of Black Conch
- Narrated by: Ben Onwukue, Vivienne Acheampong
- Length: 7 hrs and 37 mins
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Summary
Escape to the ocean with the entrancing, unforgettable winner of the Costa Book of the Year.
Features original music created for the audiobook.
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....
Critic reviews
"A bittersweet love story." (BBC News)
"A fiercely modern mermaid story." (The Times)
"Wondrous.... A striking achievement." (Sunday Times)
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- bookylady
- 05-02-21
An unusual but engaging love story
This is not a straightforward love story but it certainly is something different, a fresh look at what it means to love someone despite almost impossible circumstances. The story also examines greed, prejudice, the role of myths and legends in society and the corrosive effect of slavery, still felt today in the Caribbean islands.
The storytelling is very deft, drawing the reader into an interesting world which the rational mind should really reject. But somehow the author pulls off a novel of real substance, an engaging read and one which makes you think about your own ability (or lack of it) to take a leap of faith for things which others would ridicule. Great narration helped to make this a fascinating listen.
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- K
- 20-02-21
Wonderful story telling
A wonderful mythical story which takes you swimming into the sea with a mermaid, back into her history and forward into the lives of a tight knit community; facing complex life and love and hurt as one tiny time bubble, crashing and then receding like a wave.
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- Alison Reeves
- 28-03-21
Fabulous
Loved this story - so different to the books I normally read, I so enjoyed it. The narration is superb, I’m so pleased I listened rather than reading as it brought it to life.
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- Ava grace
- 25-01-21
amazing!
at first I wasn't sure, but soon i was hooked. (pun intended)
worth its costa book award.
amazing.
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- SwadianFootman
- 02-03-21
Fantastic narration!
I loved this book, the narrators were absolutely wonderful and really made the story come alive. The story was interesting with fully formed characters that I wanted to know more about. Really enjoyed it ☺️
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- Anonymous User
- 14-03-21
mesmerising story with unfamiliar voices
Loved the Caribbean atmosphere and tone of voice. Never heard English spoken like that before, which was intriguing and strengthened the sense of being taken into another world. The performance of the two readers was exceptional.
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- Anonymous User
- 26-02-21
Good story but too long in my opinion
story good but constant themes throughout made it get a bit boring. I found the strong accent of the narrator difficult to understand at times and I don't think this narrator brought much benefit to the listening experience
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- N. Howard
- 02-07-21
OK
Interesting story, but I'm not keen on the idea that women are the main source of danger or problems to other women. I think this is just traditional sexist view.
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- Sigrin
- 05-11-21
Mermaid tail
A magical story of love, loss and mythical times.
The descriptive transformation was fascinating. The life of a mermaid was tangible and beguiling and David’s love for her was delightful as it was utterly impossible.
The narration is exemplary, transporting me to the warm sun and sea of the Caribean black conch,
Highly recommend
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- Ella
- 03-02-21
I believe in Mermaids now
Wonderful, lyrical, mythical and absolutely compelling. The description of the mermaid is truly mesmerising. Loved every word of it. Thank you.
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