Julián Is a Mermaid Short Stories Chancy masterfully charts the inner

Chancy masterfully charts the inner lives of the characters affected by the disaster--Richard

the bonds of family

and not even of the house itself

Ignoring the persistent glow of her minivan's check engine light

Julián Is a Mermaid Short Stories Chancy masterfully charts the innerIn 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 he's seen, all he can think about is dressing up just