2014 Longlist
Sea Hearts / The Brides of Rollrock Island
ABOUT
THE BOOK
On remote Rollrock Island, the sea-witch Misskaella discovers she can draw a girl from the heart of a seal. So, for a price, any man might buy himself a bride; an irresistibly enchanting sea-wife. But what cost will be borne by the people of Rollrock – the men, the women, the children – once Misskaella sets her heart on doing such a thing?
Margo Lanagan weaves an extraordinary tale of desire and revenge, of loyalty, heartache and human weakness, and of the unforeseen consequences of all-consuming love.
NOMINATING LIBRARY COMMENTS
Sea Hearts was selected by the State Library of Victoria’s librarians from a list of potential nominations.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Date published
04/04/2013
Country
Australia
Original Language
English
Publisher
Allen and Unwin
Nominating Library