A MERMAID IN MIDDLE GRADE
A Mermaid in Middle Grade
Book 1 - The Talisman of Lostland
Lexile score: 790L
Recommended for ages 8-12
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"Great chapter books for kids. She read all three and can't wait until more come out. The story lines include positive messages about friendship, being honest and strong female characters." -- Amazon Review
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A young mermaid. A sea witch out for revenge. Can Brynn Finley become a sea guardian and help humans in danger when she just barely started the sixth grade?
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Brynn Finley is the only mermaid in class who hasn't been able to learn mer-magic. Without it, she can't be a guardian of the sea with her parents and friends. On her quest for answers, Brynn encounters a loveable sea turtle, a pair of selkie sisters, and Phaedra, the great and terrible sea witch. Soon Brynn is over her head in trouble, and she must learn to ask for help if she's going to follow the merfolk oath to be a protector of the ocean and a guardian of the sea.
A Mermaid in Middle Grade
Book 2 - The Far-Finding Ring
Lexile score: 740L
Recommended for ages 8-12
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"My daughter really enjoys this series. She told me about the trouble the main character gets in and the lessons she learns. It's age appropriate, which is awesome, and is a fun read." --Amazon Review
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A young mermaid. False accusations. The dreadful sea witch. Can Brynn Finley navigate stormy waters to win back her best friend?
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Jade Sands has been Brynn Finley’s best friend since they were wee mer-babies. But when Jade’s mother thinks Brynn has stolen her cherished pearls, she forbids the two mermaids to see one another. Determined to get her best friend back, Brynn sets out to find Phaedra the sea witch and solve the mystery of the missing jewelry. On her quest, Brynn makes new friends, learns new mer-magic, and discovers what it really means to be a friend.
A Mermaid in Middle Grade
Book 3 - Voices of Harmony
Lexile score: 790L
Recommended for ages 8-12
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"Thank you so much for writing these books, I’ve never seen her so excited to read a book series and get so into it. Keep up the great work."-- Amazon Review
An unhealthy coral reef and pollution in the ocean. An entire undersea town turned upside-down. Can Brynn Finley solve Fulgent’s latest mystery and get to the Jay Barracuda and the Killer Whales concert before Phaedra the sea witch turns her into a lowly sea slug?
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When a beautiful and talented young mermaid named Priscilla Banks moves to Fulgent, everything starts going wrong for mermaid Brynn Finley. Her best friend ignores her, the sea witch is set free, and the seafolk of Fulgent are acting very strangely. As Brynn searches for clues, she learns a lot about friendship and settling differences, but time is running out—the sea witch has another dastardly and disgusting scheme to rid the oceans of humans. Soon the entire town is chasing Brynn, and her only friend is her trusty pet sea turtle!
A Mermaid in Middle Grade
Book 4 - The Deep Sea Scroll
Lexile score: 820L
Recommended for ages 8-12
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"Middle grade readers who love wholesome stories about friendship and mermaids are sure to enjoy Brynn Finley’s many adventures." -- Amazon Review
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The sea witch is up to mischief again, but Brynn is so busy she feels like she is chasing her own tail. Can she juggle all her responsibilities without falling behind?
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Brynn Finley is the star of the Starfish Steppers, the grooviest mer-dance squad in the sea. Brynn is excited for a new dance season and a chance to blow the competition out of the water, but this year it's tougher than she thought. And there's another problem--Brynn's grades at school are slipping. She has too much to do and too little time. As Brynn races wearily from school to rehearsal and back home again, she comes up with a plan to catch up--a very bad plan. Will Brynn really team up with Phaedra the sea witch or will she learn her lesson?
A Mermaid in Middle Grade
Book 5 - The Golden Trident
Lexile score: 780L
Recommended for ages 8-12
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"Short chapters and an action-focused storyline keep the pages turning in this delightful book." --Amazon Review
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An evil plot proceeds and a young mermaid learns about respect and fairness. Can Brynn Finley admit her mistakes and put a stop to the sea witch’s plot to dominate the entire ocean?
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Mermaid Brynn’s got a new math teacher, but he’s not a merman--he’s a dagon! As she struggles to give him a fair shake, Brynn must also discover the whereabouts of the Golden Trident, an ancient artifact Phaedra the sea witch needs for her plan to summon up a shadowy creature from the darkest depths of the sea. Meanwhile, Will investigates the mer-magical history of Fulgent, Jade becomes more concerned about the problem of ocean pollution, and Priscilla tries to spread kindness and diversity. Can the friends come together, let go of their prejudices, and stop the sea witch?
A Mermaid in Middle Grade
Book 6 - The Great Old One
Lexile score: 810L
Recommended for ages 8-12
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"With a strong moral and overwhelming message of harmony among all living things, this is an excellent series for young readers who love the ocean and the many wonderful creatures it contains." --Amazon Review
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Brynn Finley faces her most massive challenge yet as Phaedra prepares to unleash the Great Old One! Can a mermaid in middle grade stop a powerful and clever sea witch from taking over the ocean?
Phaedra has been in hiding, collecting everything she needs to punish the humans and rule the seas! Fortunately, Brynn and her mer friends are hot on her trail. Along the way, they'll confront a flurry of toxic jellyfish, confounding clouds of depressing magic muck, and an ancient legendary giant known as "Crabfoot." Brynn, Jade, Will, and Priscilla have sharpened their mer-magical abilities, but soon they realize they'll need help from seafolk and landfolk alike. Will the four friends unite merfolk, dagons, selkies, and humans in time to stop the Great Old One? Find out in the thrilling, fast-paced series conclusion!