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Series: The Ingo Chronicles
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Stunning reissue, in beautiful new cover-look, of this magical and award-winning novel – the first of the spellbinding Ingo Chronicles…
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Stunning reissue, in beautiful new cover design, of this magical and award-winning novel – the first of the spellbinding Ingo Chronicles.
Once there was a man who fell in love with a mermaid. He swam down into the sea to be with her, and was never seen again.
Sapphire’s father told her that story when she was little. When he is lost at sea, she can’t help but think of that old myth; she’s convinced he’s still alive.
Then, the following summer, Sapphy meets Faro, an enigmatic and intriguing Mer boy. Diving down into Ingo, she discovers a world she never knew existed, where she must let go of all her Air thoughts and embrace the sea.
But not only is Sapphy intoxicated by the Mer world, she longs to see her father once more. And she’s sure she can hear him singing across the water:
“I wish I was away in Ingo
Far across the briny sea…”
Series: The Ingo Chronicles
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Ingo
Stunning anniversary edition of this magical and award-winning novel – the first of the spellbinding Ingo Chronicles… Once there was a man who fell in love with a mermaid. He swam down into the sea to be with her, and was never seen again … When Sapphire’s father is lost at sea, she can’t help thinking of the mermaid stories...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Crossing of Ingo
Stunning reissue in a beautiful new cover-look of this fourth novel in the critically acclaimed Ingo Chronicles. Sapphire, Conor and their Mer friends Faro and Elvira are ready to make the Crossing of Ingo – a long and dangerous journey that only the strongest young Mer are called upon to make. No human being has ever attempted this thrilling voyage...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
The Tide Knot
Stunning anniversary edition of this magical novel in the spellbinding, award-winning Ingo Chronicles… I can’t go back in the house. I’m restless, prickling all over. The wind hits me like slaps from huge invisible hands. But it’s not the wind that worries me. It’s something else, beyond the storm… Sapphire and Conor can’t forget their adventures in Ingo, the mysterious...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Deep
Stunning reissue in a beautiful new cover-look of this third novel in the critically acclaimed Ingo Chronicles. A devastating flood has torn through the worlds of Air and Ingo, and now, deep in the ocean, a monster is stirring. Mer legend says that only those with dual blood – half Mer, half human – can overcome the Kraken. Sapphy must...PaperbackSold Out -
Stormswept
An atmospheric and beautifully written adventure, from the award-winning author of the Ingo series. Morveren lives with her parents and twin sister Jenna on an island off the coast of Cornwall. As Morveren and Jenna’s relationship shifts and changes, like driftwood on the tide, Morveren finds a beautiful teenage boy in a rock pool after a storm. Going to his...PaperbackSold Out -
The Crossing of Ingo
Stunning reissue in a beautiful new cover-look of this fourth novel in the critically acclaimed Ingo Chronicles. Sapphire, Conor and their Mer friends Faro and Elvira are ready to make the Crossing of Ingo – a long and dangerous journey that only the strongest young Mer are called upon to make. No human being has ever attempted this thrilling voyage...PaperbackSold Out -
Ingo
Stunning reissue, in beautiful new cover design, of this magical and award-winning novel – the first of the spellbinding Ingo Chronicles. Once there was a man who fell in love with a mermaid. He swam down into the sea to be with her, and was never seen again. Sapphire’s father told her that story when she was little. When he...PaperbackSold Out
Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Ingo by Helen Dunmore is praised for its beautifully drawn characters and the haunting, dangerous beauty of its underwater world. Reviewers highlight the book's stunning marine imagery and vivid descriptions that make the underwater adventures captivating and immersive. This modern twist on the classic story of the little mermaid is noted for its lyrical and evocative storytelling, creating a believable and enchanting parallel world.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780007464104
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 05 July 2012
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: HarperCollins
Audience: Primary and secondary education, Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 23.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 336
About the Author
Helen Dunmore is an award-winning novelist and poet as well as a children's writer. She has published eight collections of poetry, and has written nine novels and two collections of short stories. She has won the Orange Prize for Fiction with her novel A Spell of Winter, and her novel The Siege was shortlisted for the Orange Prize and the Whitbread Prize for Fiction and was serialised on BBC Radio 4. Her latest novel, Counting the Stars, is published in February 2008.
Also by Helen Dunmore
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Ingo
Stunning anniversary edition of this magical and award-winning novel – the first of the spellbinding Ingo Chronicles… Once there was a man who fell in love with a mermaid. He swam down into the sea to be with her, and was never seen again … When Sapphire’s father is lost at sea, she can’t help thinking of the mermaid stories...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Crossing of Ingo
Stunning reissue in a beautiful new cover-look of this fourth novel in the critically acclaimed Ingo Chronicles. Sapphire, Conor and their Mer friends Faro and Elvira are ready to make the Crossing of Ingo – a long and dangerous journey that only the strongest young Mer are called upon to make. No human being has ever attempted this thrilling voyage...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
The Tide Knot
Stunning anniversary edition of this magical novel in the spellbinding, award-winning Ingo Chronicles… I can’t go back in the house. I’m restless, prickling all over. The wind hits me like slaps from huge invisible hands. But it’s not the wind that worries me. It’s something else, beyond the storm… Sapphire and Conor can’t forget their adventures in Ingo, the mysterious...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Deep
Stunning reissue in a beautiful new cover-look of this third novel in the critically acclaimed Ingo Chronicles. A devastating flood has torn through the worlds of Air and Ingo, and now, deep in the ocean, a monster is stirring. Mer legend says that only those with dual blood – half Mer, half human – can overcome the Kraken. Sapphy must...PaperbackSold Out -
Stormswept
An atmospheric and beautifully written adventure, from the award-winning author of the Ingo series. Morveren lives with her parents and twin sister Jenna on an island off the coast of Cornwall. As Morveren and Jenna’s relationship shifts and changes, like driftwood on the tide, Morveren finds a beautiful teenage boy in a rock pool after a storm. Going to his...PaperbackSold Out -
The Crossing of Ingo
Stunning reissue in a beautiful new cover-look of this fourth novel in the critically acclaimed Ingo Chronicles. Sapphire, Conor and their Mer friends Faro and Elvira are ready to make the Crossing of Ingo – a long and dangerous journey that only the strongest young Mer are called upon to make. No human being has ever attempted this thrilling voyage...PaperbackSold Out
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