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Cry of the Sea: A Mermaid Novel (Juniper Sawfeather Book 1) Kindle Edition

by D. G. Driver (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 85 ratings
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Mermaids are real.

When seventeen-year-old Juniper Sawfeather rescues three mermaids from an oil spill she thinks sharing her discovery will convince people to fight against oil pollution.

But she's wrong.

Things quickly spiral out of control. How can she prevent the mermaids from being exploited by the media? Or murdered by the oil company?


Cry of the Sea has won two literary awards.

  • 2nd place in the 2016 Purple Dragonfly Children's Book Awards
  • 2nd place in the 2015 Green Book Festival (YA category)



    Juniper Sawfeather Trilogy
    Cry of the Sea
    Whisper of the Woods
    Echo of the Cliffs
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  1. Book 1 of 3
    Juniper Sawfeather
  2. Print length
    210 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Sticky notes
    On Kindle Scribe
  5. Publication date
    February 23, 2014
  6. Reading age
    13 - 17 years
  7. Grade level
    7 - 12
  8. File size
    2708 KB
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"This book is really cool because it isn't about your typical teenage romance, it is about activism. That sometimes you have to put the fate of your environment ahead of yourself. It isn't about your typical or traditional little mermaid, it is about beautiful humanoid fish-like creatures that were developed for a deep sea existence. It is a book about pushing limits and passion while staying true to yourself... I think this could really put some magic back into the lives of young adults, and motivate them to get active in their own communities. If you love mermaids, orcas, saving the environment, beating the bad guys, and young love... Pick this book up!! 5 Stars!" The Urban Siren

"This story has so much depth, it's really quite a fantastic experience to be diving into it. I loved the complex, mature and meaningful plotline, with all the difficult and relevant subjects it explored. It was an eye-opening read, at times really shocking and heart-breaking, and definitely one I won't soon forget. This is a great, mold-breaking YA for those who want more from their books than just silly romance stories and sparkling mythical creatures. It's a story of bravery, dedication, protecting all those things that are unable to protect themselves, and making a difference. An inspiring, insightful, powerful tale with great characters and interesting plot developments. I really enjoyed reading Cry of the Sea and would not hesitate to recommend it to teenagers and adults alike." -Bookish Lifestyle

"What an amazing story! Juniper (June) is a young woman of substance and holds firm to who she is despite heavy pressure from her parents and peers at school. She's the kind of role model for girls that I love to see in YA books... If you're looking for a book with a strong heroine and something fresh and unique to offer, this is for you." Cullen House Book Reviews

From the Author

Cry of the Sea is not a typical mermaid story. I wanted to go with the concept of what it would be like if mermaids were real creatures. I knew they wouldn't be like fairy tale creatures; they would have to me more like animals. I was a big fan of X-Files when I first came up with the idea for this book, and I liked how Mulder always saw aliens and creatures but could never quite prove it to anyone else. I wanted this novel to have that feel to it as well.

I try hard to not be too heavy-handed with the environmental theme that runs through this series. However, it is there. This first book does deal with the damage caused by oil spills and ocean pollution. If these are causes dear to your heart, you will enjoy this book.

Book two, Whisper of the Woods, is now available, and I'm currently writing book three.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00IM0JF06
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Fire & Ice Young Adult Books (February 23, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 23, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2708 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 210 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 85 ratings

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D. G. Driver

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D. G. Driver is an optimist at heart, and that's why she likes to write about young people making an impact on the world. You'll find among her books a teen environmental activist, a young girl teaching people about autism acceptance and to stop bullying people with special needs, a princess who wants to be more than a prize for a prince, a boy who wins a girl's heart by being genuine and chivalrous, and a girl who bravely searches for a friend lost along the shore of a dark lake. She is a multi-award winning author of books for teens and tweens, but you'll find some romance and horror stories in the anthologies, too. When Driver isn't writing, she's a teacher at an inclusive child development program in Nashville, TN. She might also take a break from writing once in a while to strut the stage in a local theater production. You're guaranteed to find her belting out Broadway show tunes anytime she's driving.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fun Read for Young Climate Activists
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2024
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I originally purchased to read to my son, but it was so hard to put down that I ended up breezing through it on my own time! Its plot is tightly constructed and its theme is well expressed. I found Juniper and her eco-activist parents to be interesting characters, especially for a YA novel. A short but fun young environmentalist read!
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Annie Douglass Lima
4.0 out of 5 stars Unusual Mermaid Story
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2023
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An interesting story! It was unusual (and sort of refreshing) to read a mermaid story that you could almost classify as realistic fiction, very different from typical mermaid fantasy novels. I took off a star because it could have used a better edit, with numerous errors in capitalization, punctuation, etc. Otherwise, I probably would have given it five stars. It was a good adventure with realistic and interesting characters, and it kept me turning pages. Even readers who don't like fantasy would probably enjoy this story.
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Janet Balletta
5.0 out of 5 stars An Excellent Mermaid Read!
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2016
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Cry of the Sea by D. G. Driver is an excellent mermaid read! This story has something to offer for everyone from a teenage love story to Native American legends to the environmental protection of ocean wildlife. Juniper Sawfeather is just your average teenager in her senior year of high school, but suddenly she finds herself in the middle of her father's marine life rescue mission after an oil spill in the Pacific Ocean. Juniper's father is a marine life activist dedicated to the preservation of wildlife and her mother is an attorney with a reputation for going after corporations harming the environment. Juniper's parents have their hearts set on her following in their footsteps and have even picked out her college, but like most teenagers, she does not want to go the college her parents have selected and still unsure about the path she wants to take in life. Even though, her parents are highly respected for their work, Juniper is not convinced she wants to be an environmental activist. Her father is Native American and has told her many legends of the Pacific North West Indians. Early one morning, her father gets a call about an oil spill in the Pacific Ocean caused by the same corporation her mother has been after for some time. Juniper automatically jumps out of bed from years of training and assisting her father on rescue missions on the beach. When they arrive at the beach they start picking up the dying fish, sea otters, and birds covered in oil until Juniper spots a silver mermaid lying on the sand. Astounded by their findings, Juniper's father quickly films the mermaid before rushing her to the Animal Wildlife Rescue Center to save her. From this point, the story ricochets forward to include a videotape gone viral, a scientist who's been coerced into a cover up, a group of teenagers hell-bent on becoming famous by Juniper's mermaid, Carter, the handsome intern, that Juniper falls head over heels for, and enough media coverage to ensue pandemonium. This book captivated me from the start and had me flipping pages to discover the fate of Juniper's silver mermaid who goes missing immediately after the rescue. The story has great themes on mermaids, animal wildlife, environmental issues, friendship, and Native American legends. This is book one of Ms. Driver's trilogy on myths and legends. I highly recommend this YA book for readers twelve and older. I am looking forward to reading books two and three.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!
Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2018
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This is a story about a teenager, but unlike many teen leads, Juniper Sawfeather didn't drive me crazy. In some ways she does fill the typical teen role--she has a best friend, she can't seem to fit in, her parents drive her crazy--but not in an annoying way. Unlike most of the teens I've read, she has real goals like making the world better and a specific degree in college, and doesn't fill the pages obsessing over boys. I mean, she is interested in a boy, but I appreciated the way it was handled. Refreshing. Education is so important to her and to her family, but as a reader I didn't feel preached at. It's just part of their lives. A part they argue about, lol.
I got so involved in June's life for a chapter or two that I forgot it was a book about mermaids! I almost exclusively pick up books of fantasy, so I should have been expecting something, but I was caught up in her world and forgot all about it. June's parents are environmentalists and she comes into contact with the mermaids when she helps her dad rescue animals from an oil spill.
I chose to review this book on my blog because I believe it's a great example of diversity. June has a Native American heritage, which plays into the story quite a bit, but at the same time, the story isn't about the struggles of being a Native American. It's a part of her life, but not the focus of the story.

Sexual Content: None. There is a romantic interest, but it's all sweet and un-irritating and the guy is actually realistic and likeable. Yes, he likes her, but it's not that swooning-oh-I-would-do-anything-for-you-you're-the-center-of-my-universe-for-no-apparent-reason nonsense that I so often whine about.

Language: I can't remember any foul language at all. Sorry if I missed something.

Violence: Aside from an oil company sending out a leaky tanker and wreaking havoc on the ocean and everything in it, none.

Overall Plot/Message: The story feels completely character driven and yet has a solid plot and is full of message. Readers who are anti-environmental protection may not appreciate it, but I certainly did.

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Rose bud
5.0 out of 5 stars A inspirational read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 11, 2022
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An inspirational read this book reminded me that the planet we live on is full of life and we should do more to preserve it.
Juniper June for short. Is the daughter of two activist parents. With pressure of choosing the right college, and feeling like she has to follow in her parents footsteps, she feels like she’s the bad guy for wanting to go somewhere else and study Marine Biology, but her parents disagree with her.
There’s a call in the middle of the night, an oil tanker has leaked oil and the sea life is in danger, arriving on the beach just before the sun comes up, they see the devastating impact it can bring.

I won’t lie I cried a little.

They also found mermaids; things that thought to be legend turned out to be true. Only there not the mermaids we see in legends, they look and sound more like fish.

Jun does everything she can to save them. Will it be enough?
The oil company seem to know more about this then they do.

I really liked this book. Yes, it had its teen drama, but it was light and fun8ny, and I felt like it got it’s important message across. Will definitely be getting the next books in the series.
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Nina S.
2.0 out of 5 stars Langweilig und voller Stereotype
Reviewed in Germany on September 30, 2019
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Musste das Buch für eine Lehrveranstaltung lesen, hätte ich es nicht lesen müssen wäre es nach Seite 10 aufgegeben worden. Auf den sehr wenigen Seiten habe ich knapp 10 Tippfehler gefunden - obwohl ich nicht danach gesucht habe.
Die Charaktere sind so flach und leblos wie sie einheitlich und uninteressant sind. Die Story ist sehr durchschaubar und gibt dem Leser nichts zurück.
Wieso dann zwei Sterne? Weil es sich super für Trinkspiele eignet. Jedes Mal, wenn sich ein Charakter wie ein Stereotyp verhält ein Shot, schon rollt der Abend.
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