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Bad Mermaids: On the Rocks

A whimsical underwater adventure for young readers

Sibéal Pounder author Jason Cockcroft illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Published:14th Jun '18

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Bad Mermaids: On the Rocks cover

In the second installment of the Bad Mermaids series, mermaids face new challenges as they navigate a plot threatening their world.

In Bad Mermaids: On the Rocks, readers are reintroduced to the delightful trio of mermaids: Beattie, Mimi, and Zelda, along with their charming companion, Steve the talking seahorse. This time, they find themselves aboard the eerie ship known as the Merry Mary, en route to the fabulous Crocodile Kingdom. As they navigate the challenges of their aquatic adventure, the mermaids must confront the looming threat posed by Paris Silkensocks, an ice-cream seller and self-proclaimed gadget queen who has stumbled upon a sinister plot that could jeopardize their underwater realm.

The narrative unfolds with an engaging blend of humor and magical elements, as our heroes face a series of whimsical yet perilous situations. The question remains: can Paris locate the mermaids before it's too late? And what about Beattie’s efforts to prevent a potential disaster in the Crocodile Kingdom? With each twist and turn, the story invites readers to ponder the whimsical possibilities of mermaid life, including whether seahorses can indeed get seasick.

This second installment in the Bad Mermaids series is filled with enchanting mysteries, stylish fashion, and a surprisingly efficient transport system that adds an extra layer of fun. Fans of Witch Wars and The Little Mermaid will find themselves captivated once again as they dive into this new adventure, rich with laughter and delightful surprises.

Twenty thousand laughs under the sea. Dive into a fin-tastic, madcap adventure that’s funnier than being tickled by a giant octopus. Bad Mermaids – swimming with snarks * Award-winning author David Solomons *
From the author of the brilliantly funny Witch Wars comes a brand new series set in an underwater shell-studded metropolis. Get ready for some feisty mermaids, evil piranhas and magical mystery mayhem -- Fiona Noble * BOOKSELLER *
Funny, fishy and FANTASTIC (and that says a lot coming from someone with a mermaid fear) * Bestselling author Pamela Butchart *
You'll laugh your tail off – another winner from our favourite author * Bestselling author Rob Biddulph *
Bad Mermaids is tons of fun: stylish, packed with laughs and boasting a fab talking seahorse. The Little Mermaid meets Gossip Girl * Abi Elphinstone *
Sibéal has done it again. Bad Mermaids is a fishy romp through a hilarious new world, rich in the kind of gorgeous detail that young readers love. Crabagram just in – Bad Mermaids is hilarious! * Marianne Levy *

ISBN: 9781408877142

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 225g

256 pages