"Expertly told in ­poetic fashion, this book will hook its readers from sentence one. Highly recommended for all who love fantasy, tragedy, history, and folklore." --School Library Journal , Starred Review "For those who enjoy emotionally driven history with a dash of magic . The Selkie's Daughter will be worth the read." --Shelf Awareness "A story rich in Celtic lore." --Foreword Reviews "A well-paced first-person narrative inspired by elements of Celtic folklore." --Booklist "This fresh and evocative tale, rendered in Brigit's clear voice, is propelled by a resilient protagonist toward a satisfyingly complex resolution." --Publishers Weekly "Readers just ready to dip their toes into selkie lore and Celtic legends à la Jane Yolen will find an easy introduction here.

" -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "The tale's strength lies in its writing: well-drawn characters, a strong sense of place, vivid images of the natural world, and evocative fantastical elements. An immersive reading experience threaded through with Celtic lore." -- Kirkus Reviews.