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.