Sukey is a hardworking daughter of poor South Carolina Islanders. One day she escapes to the beach to hide from her stepfather's scoldings. There she unwittingly calls up Mama Jo, a beautiful brown-skinned, black-eyed mermaid, who gives Sukey a gold coin to present to her parents so they won't be mad at her. The coin sets in motion a richly textured tale of greed, loyalty and the power of love. Full-color illustrations. 1993 Coretta Scott King Honor Book.
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Sukey is a hardworking daughter of poor South Carolina Islanders. One day she escapes to the beach to hide from her stepfather's scoldings. There she unwittingly calls up Mama Jo, a beautiful brown-skinned, black-eyed mermaid, who gives Sukey a gold coin to present to her parents so they won't be mad at her. The coin sets in motion a richly textured tale of greed, loyalty and the power of love. Full-color illustrations. 1993 Coretta Scott King Honor Book.
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Fair. This item is in overall acceptable condition. Covers and dust jackets are intact but may have heavy wear including creases, bends, edge wear, curled corners or minor tears as well as stickers or sticker-residue. Pages are intact but may have minor curls, bends or moderate to considerable highlighting/ writing. Binding is intact; however, spine may have heavy wear. A well-read copy overall. Please note that all items are donated goods and are in used condition. Orders shipped Monday through Friday! Your purchase helps put people to work and learn life skills to reach their full potential. Orders shipped Monday through Friday. Your purchase helps put people to work and learn life skills to reach their full potential. Thank you!
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Pinkney, Brian. Fine. Trade paperback (US). Picture book. Glued binding. 32 p. Contains: Illustrations. Intended for a juvenile audience. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
