The story follows 10-year-old Ben and his younger sister, Saoirse, who lives with their grieving father in a lighthouse. The twist? Saoirse is a —a magical being who can live as a seal in the water and a human on land. When they are sent away to live in the city with their grandmother, the two must embark on an epic journey home, crossing paths with giants, owls, and an ancient witch who wants to turn everyone to stone. Why It Stands Out
At its core, Song of the Sea tells the story of the conjoined fates of two human children—Ben and his younger sister, Saoirse—and the last of the fairy folk in modern-day Ireland. Song Of The Sea
, this article uses a transmodern feminist perspective to discuss themes of maternal loss, gender roles, and family reconciliation through the figure of the Selkie. The story follows 10-year-old Ben and his younger