Simon was a young librarian, Living alone is a house the was crumbling done toward the long island sounds. His parents were long dead. His mother was a circus mermaid, who as made her live by holding her breath, drowning in the water that overlooks his house.
Has his younger sister ran off about six years ago and now reading tarot card for a living at the carnival. So on one day of June, An old book arrive on Simon doorstep. It was sent by antiquarian bookseller purchased it on a speculation.
It was fragile and had a lot of water damage. The book is long from the owner of the traveling carnival of 1700"s, Who had reported some strange things were happening even the drowning death of the circus mermaid.
Generations of mermaids in the Simons Family drowning always on July 24th. Which is a week away. As the friend of Alice looking on the alarm, Simon becomes more worried about his sister. Could there be a curse of the Simon Family?
What does it have to do with the book, can he get to the heart of the mystery in time to save Enola? the author has a moving debut novel about the power of books, family, magic.
3 stars
This sounds like an enticing book! It's especially curious to hear about circus mermaids and what their drownings. Thanks for sharing, I'll look into this Book of Speculation.
ReplyDeleteI am such a reader and use to work in a library. Now this another book to add to my TBR
ReplyDeleteThis novel sounds like it has all the elements of a gripping supernatural thriller.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like a captivating read, especially with its blend of mystery, family history, and a touch of magic. Your review has definitely piqued my interest, and I'll be adding it to my reading list for sure.
ReplyDeleteA good book with a story full of mystery and intriguing. I love the storyline.
ReplyDeleteI haven't read a novel in ages! This sounds like something I'd like to read. I love mystery stories!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like a captivating story that is filled with mystery of the drowning of the mermaids, along with reading the terra cards. a great book to add to anyone reading list.
ReplyDeleteI'm curious to hear what happens in this story! Sounds fascinating.
ReplyDeleteThe Book of Speculation sounds like a great read! I'll have to check it out.
ReplyDeleteI've heard great things about "The Book of Speculation" and I'm really looking forward to diving into its mysterious and captivating story line. The way it weaves together family secrets and mystical elements has me intrigued and eager to start reading.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like such a great read, I cannot wait to get the book and see what happens!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a really good book. I can't wait to read what happens next.
ReplyDeleteI hope he gets to her in time. I hope they reunite and stay in each other's lives.
ReplyDeleteI wont say it was too appealing, I get it why you gave it 3 stars, will recommend it to friends though!
ReplyDeleteI am loving the plot of this book. I need to add this to my list.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds quite interesting. I love the premise of this old book and solving a mystery.
ReplyDeleteI love books about books... and this sounds perfect for me. thanks for introducing me to this one
ReplyDeleteI love this one so much and seriously am grabbing this book today. I love the cover art and love that the character is form Long Island....I live there and it makes this book even more interesting to me ;) Thanks for the recommendation!
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