The Whirlpool At Mermaid Rock (Nerra: Deep Time Traveller #3)

he Whirlpool at Mermaid Rock invites young readers into an exciting adventure with Nerra, the next Deep Time Traveller, as she journeys into the Dreaming to help restore balance to Sea Country.

Nerra's clan has a long history of diving for abalone in the cold waters of the warrayin, the sea. When Nerra discovers that the water has turned blood-red and the sands are stained pink, she knows that the Dreaming is no longer in balance.

Using her great-grandmother's artefacts, Nerra travels into the Dreaming and reunites with old friends as she battles the Devour'ena and discovers a real-life mermaid named Millow. With the help of the Creation Beings, Nerra must find a way to save Millow and her people and protect Sea Country.

Why you'll love it:

· Takes readers on an exciting adventure through the Dreaming and Sea Country

· Draws on the stories and lore of the Boonwurrung people of coastal Melbourne

· Explores themes of magic, ancestry, connection to Country and caring for the environment

· Features mermaids, Creation Beings and an epic battle against the Devour'ena

Perfect for young readers who enjoy fantasy, adventure and stories inspired by First Nations cultures. A wonderful choice for families, libraries and classrooms exploring First Nations Australian stories, Aboriginal perspectives, Country and connection to place.

Book details

Author: Tasma Walton
Illustrator: Samantha Campbell
Series: Nerra: Deep Time Traveller
Book: 3
Language: English
Format: Paperback
Type: Chapter Book
Pages: 160
ISBN: 9781761526718
Publisher: Scholastic Australia
Publication: 1 November 2025
Age: 8+ years