Books like The Deep (Ingo #3) by Helen Dunmore
When a ferocious, shape‑shifting Kraken awakens after thousands of years and endangers the merfolk, young Sapphire takes a decisive stand. She, along with her brother Conor and their steadfast friend Faro, ventures into the Deep to calm the creature and restore peace to the underwater realm. Their adventure blends sibling alliance, friendship, and the mystical allure of sea mythology, offering a vivid exploration of bravery and unity across the waves.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Helen Dunmore
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