Brown, Anne
Greenwood, Lies Beneath. Pgs 306.
Disney Hyperion, 2012. $17.99. Language:PG-13 (19 swears, no “f”s), Mature
Content: PG-13 Violence: PG-13
Calder and his sisters are murderous mermaids. As an infant,
John Hancock was promised to Calder’s family. Told from birth that Lake
Superior is full of monsters, John avoids them like the plague. Now he’s moved
back to Lake Superior after a long time. Dispatched to lure his daughter, Lily,
to the sea instead, Calder disguises herself as a human and heads ashore. A
romance, however, soon ensues and he begins to doubt his mission. Will Calder choose
Lily or his family?
Most of the characters are likable, but Calder isn’t quite
believable as a reluctant murderer in love. A little more back story about the
mermaids would’ve also been nice. The plot is a little dark, but is well
developed and semi-plausible. Overall, die-hard fans of dark romance books will enjoy
reading this book, but may fall short for those looking just for a mermaid book. MS, HS. OPTIONAL. Reviewer: Kira M, Youth Services
Librarian, WHI Public Library.
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