In Sea Lady, H. G. Wells explores the mysterious and enchanting world beneath the sea through the eyes of an unconventional protagonist, a beautiful sea creature named Atherley Jones. The story follows Atherley as she navigates the complexities of human society, all while trying to navigate her own identity and desires.

Wells expertly crafts a narrative that is both fantastical and thought-provoking, raising questions about the nature of love, identity, and the boundaries between different species. The character development is rich and nuanced, and readers will find themselves deeply invested in Atherley's journey of self-discovery.

Overall, Sea Lady is a captivating and imaginative tale that pushes the boundaries of traditional storytelling. Wells' prose is elegant and evocative, drawing readers into a world that is both familiar and utterly foreign. This novel is a must-read for fans of science fiction, fantasy, and speculative fiction.

Book Description:
A mermaid contrives to have herself "rescued from drowning" and adopted by a respectable family on the English coast. Her motive, which she conceals for quite a while, is to win the heart of a handsome but irresponsible young man whom she glimpsed when he went swimming in the Pacific. Introduced into polite society as an invalid, she proves to be intelligent and charming, but as an immortal she regards the concerns of the English gentry with critical detachment. The young man, who is already engaged, falls under her spell and begins to doubt the importance of the political career into which his fiancée has been directing him. There are, after all, "other dreams." But does his new relationship offer him any real future?