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As a terrible tempest rages through her town, Morwenna is left to take care of a stranger washed ashore and soon realises the stories of the tide singers - legendary sea people able to charm storms with their singing - may be true.
Quick Summary
If your kid loves mythology and stories about the sea, this one is a treat. Morwenna is left caring for a mysterious stranger who washes ashore during a huge storm, and she discovers the old stories about tide singers people who can charm storms with their voices might actually be real. The book has that perfect mix of exciting adventure and heart, with some genuinely tense moments during the tempest balanced out by themes of bravery and looking after others. It's a quick read at around 10,000 words, so even reluctant readers can finish it without feeling overwhelmed, and the Welsh-inspired setting gives it a unique flavor that sets it apart from typical fantasy. Kids who enjoy magical elements mixed with real-world courage like in The Girl Who Drank the Moon will likely be drawn to Morwenna's story.