A review by ksopko8823
The Mermaid by Christina Henry

adventurous emotional hopeful sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

PT Barnum goes through life creating his own miracles, but one day, his right-hand man discovers a real-life mermaid. He has to have her. 
She, for her part, is full of sadness, and agrees to be part of his spectacle to try and turn a new chapter in her life. During this time, she develops a strong bond with the Barnum family and makes tons of money for them all at the same time. 
Fantasy dipped in a tinge of historical fiction. Very fun read.