--- product_id: 116068205 title: "When We Believed in Mermaids: A Novel" brand: "barbara o'neal" price: "SAR 9" currency: SAR in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/116068205-when-we-believed-in-mermaids-a-novel store_origin: SA region: Saudi Arabia --- # When We Believed in Mermaids: A Novel **Brand:** barbara o'neal **Price:** SAR 9 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** When We Believed in Mermaids: A Novel by barbara o'neal - **How much does it cost?** SAR 9 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.sa](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/116068205-when-we-believed-in-mermaids-a-novel) ## Best For - barbara o'neal enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted barbara o'neal brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description An desertcart Charts, Washington Post , Wall Street Journal , and USA Today bestseller. From the author of The Art of Inheriting Secrets comes an emotional new tale of two sisters, an ocean of lies, and a search for the truth. Her sister has been dead for fifteen years when she sees her on the TV news… Josie Bianci was killed years ago on a train during a terrorist attack. Gone forever. It’s what her sister, Kit, an ER doctor in Santa Cruz, has always believed. Yet all it takes is a few heart-wrenching seconds to upend Kit’s world. Live coverage of a club fire in Auckland has captured the image of a woman stumbling through the smoke and debris. Her resemblance to Josie is unbelievable. And unmistakable. With it comes a flood of emotions—grief, loss, and anger—that Kit finally has a chance to put to rest: by finding the sister who’s been living a lie. After arriving in New Zealand, Kit begins her journey with the memories of the past: of days spent on the beach with Josie. Of a lost teenage boy who’d become part of their family. And of a trauma that has haunted Kit and Josie their entire lives. Now, if two sisters are to reunite, it can only be by unearthing long-buried secrets and facing a devastating truth that has kept them apart far too long. To regain their relationship, they may have to lose everything. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B07MV8SWZF | | File Size | 1.6 MB | | Isbn 13 | 978-1542004510 | | Language | English | | Publication Date | July 16, 2019 | | Publisher | Lake Union Publishing | | Screen Reader | Supported | | X Ray | Enabled | ## Images ![When We Believed in Mermaids: A Novel - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81FJvwYyqgL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Captivating *by on Reviewed in the United States October 11, 2026* Always be yourself, unless you can be a mermaid. Then always be a mermaid. This novel is so special. It's shows how complicated it is to be a human being sometimes, with all the emotions and frailties. But it also shows how wonderfully exhilarating it is, too This story captures it all. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Beautifully Written Story of Family, Secrets, and Healing *by on Reviewed in the United States September 25, 2024* When We Believed in Mermaids by Barbara O’Neal is an emotional and immersive novel that explores the complexities of family relationships, long-buried secrets, and personal healing. From the very first page, I was drawn in by O’Neal’s lyrical writing and the depth of the characters.The story follows two sisters whose lives have taken very different paths, and the mystery of a long-lost sibling brings them together in unexpected ways. O’Neal does an excellent job of balancing the past and present, slowly unraveling the secrets that have shaped the characters’ lives. The way the author handles the themes of grief, forgiveness, and reconnection makes the novel resonate on an emotional level.One of the highlights of this book is its vivid settings—whether in the sun-soaked beaches of New Zealand or the flashbacks to California, O’Neal’s descriptions are lush and transportive, adding to the overall atmosphere of the story. The plot moves at a steady pace, allowing the characters’ development to take center stage, which made their journeys feel authentic and relatable.For readers who enjoy stories about family dynamics, emotional growth, and a touch of mystery, When We Believed in Mermaids is a wonderful choice. It’s a poignant, heartwarming novel that leaves a lasting impression. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great story *by on Reviewed in the United States August 31, 2026* I kept seeing this book advertised on Amazon but found myself hesitating to order it. Then I started reading another book by Barbara O’Neal and was hooked by her beautiful writing. I finished that book and immediately ordered When We Believed in Mermaids and I am so glad I did. It is a poetic read with real characters and lots of emotions - some loving, some heartbreaking. It’s a book I will read again and I recommend reading it and sharing the story of these people and this place. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/116068205-when-we-believed-in-mermaids-a-novel](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/116068205-when-we-believed-in-mermaids-a-novel) --- *Product available on Desertcart Saudi Arabia* *Store origin: SA* *Last updated: 2026-10-24*