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Synopsis
Gilbert the Goblin’s beachside vacation gets ruined by mermaids and their games in the side-splitting latest installment in The Worst! picture book series, where even the strangest of creatures can become the best of friends. Who doesn’t love a good vacation? Soaking up some sun, floating on the waves and…arm wrestling an octopus? When mermaids show up in the middle of Gilbert’s goblin getaway, their fin-flapping festivities quickly turn rest and relaxation into stress and aggravation. This is clearly proof that mermaids are the worst! Can Gilbert find his beachside bliss or will he be caught in the undertow of these seaside shenanigans?
Is Mermaids Are the Worst! (The Worst! Series) appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 5 and up.
A lighthearted picture book about a goblin learning to get along with mermaids who disrupt his vacation. No concerning content—just silly beach antics and a message about friendship.
What to know going in
This book has no graphic violence, no sexual content, and clean language.
Who'll love this
Kids will love the silly vacation mishaps and the funny goblin who thinks mermaids are annoying until they become friends.