The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea by Axie Oh

“The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea” is a young adult novel written by author Axie Oh, published in 2020. The story is set in a fictional world inspired by Korean mythology and follows the journey of a teenage girl named Hwani who lives on an island called Jeju.
Hwani is the daughter of a shaman and a sea woman, but she feels like an outsider in her community because she doesn’t possess any magical powers. When a boy from the mainland named Haenyeo washes up on the shore with no memory of how he got there, Hwani sees an opportunity to prove herself to her community by helping him find his way back home.
As Hwani and Haenyeo journey together, they uncover a sinister plot that threatens the balance of power between the human world and the spirit world. Hwani must use her wits and her courage to confront the forces of darkness and save her island from destruction.
Overall, “The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea” is a coming-of-age tale that blends elements of fantasy, romance, and mystery. It explores themes such as identity, family, and the power of friendship, all set against the backdrop of a vividly imagined world full of magical creatures and ancient legends.
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“The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea” is a young adult novel written by author Axie Oh, published in 2020. The story is set in a fictional world inspired by Korean mythology and follows the journey of a teenage girl named Hwani who lives on an island called Jeju. Hwani is the daughter of a…