The Singing Mermaid is a charming and colorful picture book by Julia Donaldson, with bright, eye-catching illustrations by Lydia Monks. The story follows a mermaid with a beautiful voice who dreams of becoming a famous performer. When she is discovered by a man who takes her to a traveling circus, she thinks her dreams are coming true. However, she quickly realizes that the circus is not as wonderful as it seemed. Through clever rhymes and a fun, vibrant narrative, the mermaid learns the importance of being true to herself and finds a way to escape the circus to live happily ever after in the sea. The book features a strong message of self-discovery and the power of following one’s heart.