Castle Swimmer
By Wendy Martin
Review by Mida
This series is so cute! Following a pair of young mermen as they try to find a way to defy destiny, Castle Swimmer is a delightful exploration through a dynamic, unique undersea world. Rejecting standard half-person, half-fish designs, each race of Mers is inspired by a different species of deep-sea life. Crabs, jellyfish, sharks, and koi fish are all represented in the colourful cast of characters we encounter as we follow Kappa and Siren through their journey to freedom. As a big ocean nerd, I was delighted to see some of the more horrifying aspects of the ocean represented, contrasting the breath-taking beauty of some of the gorgeous environments that Martin has lovingly rendered on the page. A delightful queer romp through a vibrant and unique world.
Perfect for fans of Heartstopper and Aiden Thomas.
