Upcoming: The Forbidden Sea by Sheila A. Nielson

I had been waiting for ages for the release of The Forbidden Sea by Sheila A. Nielson and I cannot believe it's finally coming out.

So, if you, like me, is dying to get the opportunity to read this book, I'm sure you're love to enter the giveaway the author Sheila A. Nielson herself is hosting over her blog. All you have to do is click here, read the rules and get your entry. Time is precious and you have only until July 1st to enter.

Author: Sheila A. Nielson
Release Date: July 1st 2010
Publisher: Scholastic Press

When Adrianne comes face-to-face with the mermaid of Windwaithe Island, of whom she has heard terrible stories all her life, she is convinced the mermaid means to take her younger sister. Adrianne, fierce-willed and courageous, is determined to protect her sister from the mermaid, and her family from starvation. However, the mermaid continues to haunt Adrianne in her dreams and with her song.

Yet, when the islanders find out about Adrianne's encounters with the mermaid she is scorned, for this small and superstitious community believes the mermaid will bring devastation to the island if Adrianne does not give herself to the sea.

A powerful and lyrical story of one girl who must choose between having everything and having those she loves.

Good luck!