On the isle of Aquatrion, there is a legend that speaks of the Sirens' gift to those who drown at sea. Once one has been consumed by the waters, for his sacrifice, he will be turned into a selkie-both man and seal, to live amongst the sea, for his soul would forever be tied to both, that to which had been born, and to that which had died.
Kikomo mourns the death of her husband-in-waiting, Takumi. Lost saving her life during a storm at sea, Takumi's body was swallowed up the roaring waves and choppy seas. A year later, Kikomo's father demands she marry the local merchant, a fisherman and a man of great political power. Distressed, she flees her home to the sea. There she cries seven tears in to the sea. At once a selkie appears, and he bares a striking resemblance to Takumi...
- ISBN13 9781304312761
- Publish Date 9 August 2013
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 3 March 2021
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Lulu.com
- Format eBook (OEB)
- Language English