The Annotated Church of the Old Mermaids

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Set against the backdrop of the Sonoran Desert, Myla Alvarez shares enchanting tales of the Old Mermaids who adapted to life after the sea vanished. As she finds purpose in their stories, Myla grapples with the risk of exposing the undocumented migrants she shelters at the sanctuary. The return of a former friend stirs self-doubt and questions about her mission. The narrative intertwines themes of identity, belonging, and the struggle for protection as Myla seeks guidance from the mythical mermaids in her time of need.