51 pages 1 hour read

Barbara O'Neal

When We Believed in Mermaids: A Novel

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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Reviews & Readership

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When We Believed in Mermaids by Barbara O'Neal is praised for its compelling storytelling and richly drawn characters. Readers appreciate the vivid setting and emotional depth, though some find the plot predictable and dialogue occasionally clichéd. Overall, it's regarded as an engaging and heartfelt read, balancing themes of trauma, family, and redemption effectively.

Who should read this

Who Should Read When We Believed in Mermaids?

When We Believed in Mermaids by Barbara O'Neal appeals to readers who enjoy emotionally charged family dramas and complex character relationships. Fans of Kristin Hannah's The Nightingale and Jodi Picoult's Small Great Things will appreciate O'Neal's nuanced exploration of sisterhood and healing from past traumas.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Romance
Modern Classic Fiction
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Memory
Identity: Mental Health
Relationships: Family
Topics
Love / Sexuality