The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea

By Axie Oh

A lush, feminist retelling of a beloved Korean folktale—perfect for fans of Spirited Away and Six Crimson Cranes. This New York Times bestseller follows Mina, a courageous girl who sacrifices herself to save her brother and enters a magical spirit realm to awaken a sleeping Sea God and end her people’s suffering.

Book Synopsis

Each year, a maiden is sacrificed to the Sea God in hopes of ending deadly storms. When Mina takes her brother’s beloved’s place, she’s swept into a world of gods, demons, and mythical beasts. With the help of a mysterious boy named Shin and a band of unlikely allies, Mina must unravel ancient secrets and awaken the Sea God—before time runs out for both worlds.

Praise

"On every page I found something marvelous and new." —The New York Times

"A beautiful, mesmerizing retelling I wish I’d had when I was growing up." —Elizabeth Lim

"A clever, creative, and exquisitely written tale of sacrifice, love, and fate." —Stephanie Garber

Product Details

• Publisher: Feiwel & Friends
• Publication Date: February 22, 2022
• Format: Hardcover / Paperback / eBook
• ISBN: 9781250780867
• Pages: 336
• Dimensions: 5.65 x 1.05 x 8.5 inches