Children aged 9 and up (or as young as 7 depending on reading level). Publisher: Alfaguara IJC . Length: 192 pages. Language: Spanish (Castellano). Series Context
The narrative centers on Elena's struggle to balance her rigorous training schedule and "normal" life with her new magical identity and the search for her origins.
Ona Carbonell is a legendary figure in Spanish sports, serving as the captain of the Spanish synchronized swimming team and winning over 30 international medals, including silver at the . Carbonell has described the series as "quite autobiographical," mixing exact details from her life with fantasy to encourage children to engage with literature and sports. Book Specifications
The book emphasizes values such as personal effort, honesty, and the importance of friendship. About the Author: Ona Carbonell
The Elena Sirena series currently consists of four primary works. Following Sueños de Agua , the saga continues with:2. (Friendships Put to the Test).3. El enigma de las profundidades (The Enigma of the Depths).4. Unidos por el mar (United by the Sea).
The story follows , a twelve-year-old girl with a singular focus: becoming a top-tier synchronized swimmer and reaching the Olympics. On her birthday, her life takes a magical turn when she discovers she can transform into a mermaid .