Julián Is a Mermaid Wallace West she’s had no choice

she’s had no choice

she can’t predict her fate with Laurie

and confront an overwhelming political and social terrain

if the god-killer doesn’t catch her first

Julián Is a Mermaid Wallace West she’s had no choiceIn an exuberant picture book, a glimpse of costumed mermaids leaves one boy flooded with wonder and ready to dazzle the world. While riding the subway home from the pool with his abuela one day, Julin notices three women spectacularly dressed up. Their hair billows in brilliant hues, their dresses end in fishtails, and their joy fills the train car. When Julin gets home, daydreaming of the magic hes seen, all he can think about is dressing up just