Written by Katelyn Aronson
Illustrated by Dow Phumiruk
Published by Candlewick Press
Mom's Review
Orpheline tells the story of a girl who finds a baby mermaid who was separated from her mother during a storm at sea; the girl and her mother care for the baby until her mother is able to come to the shoreline. The girl and baby - named Orpheline - form a close bond in the short period of time together. This summery picture book exudes an aura of magic and possibility - anything really could happen. Orpheline embodies the transitional time between childhood and adulthood with the liminal setting, the surreal discovery of a half-fish/half-human being, and the uncertainty of Orpheline's stay; the pastel palette enhances the dreamlike quality. The deliciousness of embracing fantasy during the unsettling time of childhood will appeal to a young audience.
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