Thirsty Mermaids by Kat Leyh

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I love when the perfect book just falls right into your lap. While searching for graphic novels that were published in the last year, I came across this gem and instantly fell in love. Thirsty Mermaids is a fun and funny look at the quirks of humanity and the strong bonds of a found family. 

Three slightly tipsy mermaids have run out of booze in their shipwreck and do what any slightly tipsy person would do: cast a spell to grow legs so they can hunt down another bottle of bubbly. As the three friends, Pearl, Tooth, and Eez, explore their new surroundings, they quickly discover that finding that delicious boozy buzz is harder than they anticipated. After conquering the two biggest challenges, clothing and money, the trio finds a bar called “The Thirsty Mermaid” and begin a magical night of partying and drinking. The magical night quickly comes to an end when morning brings the trio a hangover and a distinct lack of fins. Trapped in their human bodies, Pearl, Tooth, and Eez are temporarily saved by the kind bartender Vivi from the previous evening who teaches them the joys of breakfast. 

Now very sober, the mermaid pod discovers they don’t have access to the magic they need to turn them back. Stuck on land for the foreseeable future, the trio is lucky enough to have a guide to human life in Vivi. Of course, hilarity and chaos ensues as the three learn of job applications, money, and how to be good roommates. 

This is a wildly funny and warm graphic novel. It includes a diverse cast of characters who tackle big issues like capitalism, body dysmorphia, and racism. They genuinely care about each other and went out of their way to support and love one another. There is a beautiful scene where Vivi’s sister confronts her about taking in the mermaids and the possibility of being taken advantage of and you can tell that Vivi doesn’t make the decision lightly. Her trusting and kind nature shows in all the ways that she guides our chaotic trio through the messiness of human life. 

I really loved the artwork and color choices. The mermaids are all so different from one another and definitely not your classic mermaid princess. They are bold and beautiful and proud of what their bodies are capable of. Thirsty Mermaids is a fun and wild romp that will keep you giggling!

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