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Book Review of Swimming Without a Net (Fred the Mermaid, Bk 2)

Swimming Without a Net (Fred the Mermaid, Bk 2)
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Fred the mermaid is one quirky and always aggravated girl. She has a bit of an attitude problem and she uses humor as a defense. She has two men fighting over her, Dr. Thomas Pearson (an oceanographer) and Prince Artur (a royal of the Merfolk). The Merfolk are having a huge gathering to decide if they should reveal themselves to the humans. Fred is invited for two reasons: 1) the Prince is in love with her and trying to convince her to be his princess; and 2) Fred lives on land and has a unique perspective on their dilemma.

This series is enjoyable and a very quick read (I read it in less than two hours). Fred - eccentricities and all - is a fun character. I'm not sure if I like Artur as her husband since he is demanding and bossy. I'll have to read her further adventures too decide.