An endless royal lineage... bought with a devastating price.
For a young queen desperate for a child, an enchanted sash and pearl necklace from the mermaids seem like a miraculous gift. As many children as she desires, yours for the taking.
Until the day of reckoning arrives.
When the mermaids return to claim every third child—dragging her son down into the fathomless depths—the horror of the trade becomes agonizingly clear. And when a sixth son is born and swept away just the same, the grieving mother risks her very life in a perilous journey to the bottom of the sea to win back her children.
Adapted and illustrated by Albin Ingelherner from a chilling classic fairy tale by Franz Xaver von Schönwerth, The Mermaid's Bargain is a masterclass in dark folklore, brought to life through lavish, lush, and deeply detailed oil paintings that evoke the eerie mystery and romance of the deep sea.
Why readers will love it:
Timeless Folk Danger: A gripping, unfiltered adaptation of a classic European fairy tale that explores the heavy price of bargains and maternal sacrifice.
Atmospheric Artistry: Packed with stunning, moody oil paintings that evoke the dark majesty of the ocean and the haunting beauty of the unknown.
A Tale of Courage: An unforgettable story of deep peril, difficult choices, and a mother's fierce, unyielding love.
Perfect for lovers of traditional dark fairy tales, classic folklore collectors, and older readers looking for a hauntingly beautiful reading experience!
