The Little Mermaid awaits the day when she will be old enough to swim to the surface and observe the world above the sea. Her older siblings are each allowed to see the surface when they reach their 18th birthday, and finally it is her turn. She rescues a prince from drowning, but he never knows that she was the one who saved his life. She makes a deal with the sea witch to exchange her voice for a potion that will give her human legs, but each time she takes a step she feels as though she is stepping on broken glass. 

The prince views her as a little friend, and confides in her that he loves another lady. The sea witch has predicted that if the prince marries another, the Little Mermaid will die on his wedding day. Her heart breaks as she accepts her fate, but her siblings try to rescue her. They give her an enchanted weapon. If she will kill the prince, then she can live and return to being a mermaid. Even though he has betrayed her and rejected her love, the Little Mermaid cannot bring herself to kill the prince. She spares his life and that of his bride, and she passes on to become a spirit of the air, doing good deeds for three hundred years.

This adaptation of the original fairy tale is really lovely. I especially liked that the ending is slightly changed to be a little more hopeful than the original.

In the original story, the Little Mermaid dies and becomes sea foam, with no hope for a future life as a spirit.

There is something truly enchanting about this alluring tale. I was captivated by the Little Mermaid's sensitive nature and strong heart.

The illustrations are beautiful and otherworldly. Every line of the artwork reflects the graceful movements of the waves. Each detail is so delicate and pretty. 

Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher/author in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts, and are not influenced by anyone.