Fourteen year old Tyler and his little sister Emma meet their neighbors foster son, fourteen year old Calem at their beach house in Hampton Bays, New York. After discovering unusual fishermen and nearly drowning, Emma discovers that there is something in the water that helps save her. After sneaking out to the beach at night, the kids discover a mermaid named Acrilla who helped Emma. She takes them to her underwater home where she, and the other mermaids live. Unfortunately, they are in danger from humans who take sea mammals and sell them for money. It is up to Tyler, Emma, and Calem to help the mermaids protect the wild ocean animals while keeping it a secret from their parents.

The Golden Tail at Hampton Bays is created by Michelle Fishkin, an eGlobal Creative Publishing Signed Author.

The Golden Tail at Hampton Bays

All of a sudden, the boat started to shake. The waves in the water cause the boat to rock back and forth. Everyone holds onto the railings at the edges.


        “What’s happening?” Calem asks. He and Tyler hold onto the railings. Emma holds onto Tyler’s hand while trying to keep her balance. They see multiple waves moving uncontrollably. No wind or thunderstorm seems to be coming in. Suddenly, a group of strong muscular mermen surrounds the boat. The mermen jump into the boat and stand behind the three kids. The fishermen cannot believe their eyes.


        “How did they know we were here?” Emma asks. Just then, Titan and Athen appear out of the water in front of the boat. Titan leans on the boat, close to Captain Samuel.


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