--- product_id: 251867939 title: "When We Believed in Mermaids: A Novel" brand: "barbara o'neal" price: "£34.40" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/251867939-when-we-believed-in-mermaids-a-novel store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 4.6/5 star rating from 10,000+ readers 352 pages of immersive storytelling Bestseller across multiple top charts When We Believed in Mermaids: A Novel **Brand:** barbara o'neal **Price:** £34.40 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Unlock the magic of mermaids and mystery—don’t miss the book everyone’s talking about! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** When We Believed in Mermaids: A Novel by barbara o'neal - **How much does it cost?** £34.40 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/251867939-when-we-believed-in-mermaids-a-novel) ## Best For - barbara o'neal enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted barbara o'neal brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Crafted by a celebrated author:** From the mind behind The Art of Inheriting Secrets, expect rich characters and unexpected twists - • **Bestseller with undeniable buzz:** Featured on Desertcart, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal & USA Today charts - • **Ideal for your next summer read:** A compelling blend of women's fiction, romance, and contemporary literature - • **Join thousands of passionate readers:** Over 10,000 rave reviews proving its must-read status - • **Dive into a 352-page emotional journey:** Perfectly paced narrative that keeps you hooked from start to finish ## Overview When We Believed in Mermaids is a 352-page paperback novel published by Lake Union Publishing. It has earned a 4.6-star rating from over 10,000 readers and ranks highly across multiple bestseller lists including Desertcart, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today. This emotionally charged story, from the acclaimed author of The Art of Inheriting Secrets, blends women's fiction, romance, and contemporary literature into a must-read experience. ## Description An desertcart Charts, Washington Post , Wall Street Journal , and USA Today bestseller. From the author of The Art of Inheriting Secrets comes an emotional ne ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Dimensions | 13.97 x 2.54 x 20.96 cm | | Edition | Standard Edition | | Isbn 10 | 1542004527 | | Isbn 13 | 978-1542004527 | | Item Weight | 1.05 Kilograms | | Language | English | | Print Length | 352 pages | | Publication Date | 16 July 2019 | | Publisher | Lake Union Publishing | ## Images ![When We Believed in Mermaids: A Novel - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61FFhUpWPRL.jpg) ![When We Believed in Mermaids: A Novel - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81C8qdrxjuL.jpg) ![When We Believed in Mermaids: A Novel - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71PPUcPerfL.jpg) ![When We Believed in Mermaids: A Novel - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81-BGsBpVJL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Loved the pace and drama *by on Reviewed in Singapore 28 October 2020* Loved it! We'll written characters, good pace and unexpected twists. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Beautifully Written Story of Family, Secrets, and Healing *by on Reviewed in the United States 25 September 2024* When We Believed in Mermaids by Barbara O’Neal is an emotional and immersive novel that explores the complexities of family relationships, long-buried secrets, and personal healing. From the very first page, I was drawn in by O’Neal’s lyrical writing and the depth of the characters.The story follows two sisters whose lives have taken very different paths, and the mystery of a long-lost sibling brings them together in unexpected ways. O’Neal does an excellent job of balancing the past and present, slowly unraveling the secrets that have shaped the characters’ lives. The way the author handles the themes of grief, forgiveness, and reconnection makes the novel resonate on an emotional level.One of the highlights of this book is its vivid settings—whether in the sun-soaked beaches of New Zealand or the flashbacks to California, O’Neal’s descriptions are lush and transportive, adding to the overall atmosphere of the story. The plot moves at a steady pace, allowing the characters’ development to take center stage, which made their journeys feel authentic and relatable.For readers who enjoy stories about family dynamics, emotional growth, and a touch of mystery, When We Believed in Mermaids is a wonderful choice. It’s a poignant, heartwarming novel that leaves a lasting impression. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Long-hidden Secrets, Lies and Betrayals *by on Reviewed in Canada 9 January 2021* “When We Believed in Mermaids an emotionally-charged story that explores the complexity of relationships, forgiveness and love opens when Kit Bianci journeys to Auckland, New Zealand to find her sister Josie Bianci thought dead for fifteen years. In her search, memories of the past surface not only reawakening the trauma of her childhood; their closeness to the lost teenage boy who adopted their family; but also of the love between the sisters until an incident changed Josie.With vivid description of Santa Cruz’s beaches where the sisters learned to surf to picturesque New Zealand where after fifteen years the sisters reunite the plot ignites with an emotional mix of grief, loss and anger. Well-written and flowing from the first page to the last, the story is told from both Kit and Josie’s perspectives as they each remember their lack of parental guidance; Dylan’s love and conscience care; the aftermath of a violent earthquake; and a train explosion that changed a life. Yet intertwined with the lies, grief and sadness in the sisters’ past there is a well of love between Josie (aka Mari Edwards)and her husband Simon as well the sparks that fly with Kit’s and Javier’s romance.Bringing the story to life are compelling and complex personalities like the clever and grounded doctor, Kit Bianci; beautiful, vulnerable Josie Bianci who pretended to die to be able to live again; the caring but broken Dylan; the talented and empathetic Javier; and the wealthy, loving Simon.I thoroughly enjoyed “When We Believed in Mermaids” a novel you can’t put down until finished. ## Frequently Bought Together - When We Believed in Mermaids: A Novel - The Housemaid: An absolutely addictive psychological thriller with a jaw-dropping twist - Nightingale --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/251867939-when-we-believed-in-mermaids-a-novel](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/251867939-when-we-believed-in-mermaids-a-novel) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-10-28*