Aquamarine

In Alice Hoffman's enchanting tale, twelve-year-old best friends Hailey and Claire spend their final summer together at the Capri Beach Club, where they uncover a mesmerizing mermaid named Aquamarine at the bottom of the pool. As Aquamarine grapples with her desire for love on land while her sisters urge her to return to the sea, the friends face the bittersweet realities of growing up. Amidst a summer of record heat, they learn about the unpredictability of life, the enduring nature of friendship, and the magic hidden in unexpected places.