Julian is a Mermaid    by Jessica Love Order:  USA  Can Candlewick, 2018 (2018) Hardcover     Reviewed by Hilary Williamson Julian spies three confident women on the subway with beautiful hair and 'swishy, shimmering mermaid gowns'. He decides he wants to be a mermaid, but what will his abuela (grandmother) think of that? At home, while she takes a bath, Julian dresses as a mermaid. Will his abuela be angry? Well, no. She gives him some beads to match his new outfit and they head out together - to find, and join, a parade of mermaids. Julian is a Mermaid is a sweet story of love, acceptance, and being true to who you really are. Note: Opinions expressed in reviews and articles on this site are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of BookLoons. Find more Kids books on our Shelves or in our book Reviews