Description
Set against the dangers and injustices of the Jim Crow South, this lush historical fantasy follows a young Black woman whose life is transformed when she uncovers a powerful connection to the mysterious world beneath the sea. As buried family secrets and ancient magic rise to the surface, she must confront forces determined to control both her heritage and her future. Blending Black folklore, oceanic wonder, romance, and themes of identity, belonging, resilience, and liberation, the novel offers an immersive tale of a woman reclaiming her power and discovering where she truly belongs.
Available Editions
paperback
Orbit
Published Jan 1, 2024
ISBN: 9780316378222
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Details
First Published
2024
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Daughter of the Merciful Deep by Leslye Penelope.