The Pisces by Melissa Broder

In this provocative and surreal novel, a woman named Lucy finds herself at a crossroads after a devastating breakup. Struggling with her academic thesis and personal life, she takes a summer sabbatical at her sister's house in Venice Beach. There, amidst the sun-soaked landscape and the ocean's rhythmic pull, Lucy encounters a mysterious merman who challenges her perceptions of love, desire, and fulfillment. As their relationship deepens, Lucy is forced to confront her own insecurities and the boundaries of human connection, leading to a transformative journey of self-discovery.

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