[Review] Skin of the Sea by Natasha Bowen

A captivating novel from start to finish. This is a dark, young adult reimagining of The Little Mermaid set off the western coast of Africa. Even though this story hints at The Little Mermaid, it is fully original with its interweaving of mythology and folklore from the African diaspora.

Gorgeously atmospheric and culturally vibrant. This was a great read.

Note: Yetide Badaki is a fantastic narrator for this book, bringing even more atmospheric depth to the story. I highly recommend audio or whispersync for this one.

5 stars