A historical fantasy of myth, motherhood, and the choices that define survival.
Mermaid Savage is a Filipina American literary historical fantasy inspired by precolonial myth, early colonial history, and mother-daughter relationships. It blends myth, sea lore, and warfare with an intimate coming-of-age story about a young woman raised in a violent matriarchal society who ultimately chooses her own path.
This book may especially resonate if you enjoy:
- Literary fantasy or historical fiction
- Feminist or myth-inspired retellings
- Stories about motherhood, inheritance, and identity
- Diaspora or Filipina American narratives
- Quietly powerful endings rather than tidy resolutions