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The Little Mermaid
- Narrated by: Leigh-Anne Pinnock
- Length: 43 mins
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- The Little Mermaid
- by Hans Christian Andersen and Dina Gregory
- The Little Mermaid
- Her scales shimmered, her brown eyes blaze with intensity...
- Do you hear that? That is the sound of her five sisters, linked arm in arm...
- Among them was a young prince, the most captivating person there...
About the narrator
Besides music, she is also known for her activism in fighting against racism and won the Equality Award in recognition for her work towards racial equality in the UK.
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About the author
As lyricist/librettist, her works include an all-star recording of musical My Marcello, released by Broadway Records (2021) and Words Apart, published by Choristers Guild (2020). As author, Dina has penned over twenty stories for Audible, including the short stories Gingerella and The Chocolate Tree, and the full-length Audible Original adaptation of The Wind in the Willows, featuring an acclaimed cast of actors and with music by her twin sister, Rosabella Gregory.
Summary
Immerse yourself in an Audible Original production of The Little Mermaid.
A magical retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale, narrated by singer-songwriter Leigh-Anne Pinnock. Produced in Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos, and featuring vocals from anaiis, Kersha Bailey, Sariah Rowe and Nadine Samuels, this is The Little Mermaid like you’ve never heard it before.
Deep beneath the ocean, there is a shimmering palace. Built of coral walls and windows of clearest amber, it is the kingdom of the merpeople. And one of these mermaids you might know well: she is the youngest, and is gifted with the most beautiful voice.
Unhappy with her life as a mermaid, she dreams of living on dry land. One day, on her birthday, she ascends to the surface to find a magnificent three-masted ship drifting in calm waters. There, amongst the passengers, she meets the brown-eyed prince.
To win his affection, the little mermaid sells a piece of herself—and is faced with a monumental choice.
So put on your headphones, close your eyes and join Leigh-Anne Pinnock on a journey to the depths of the ocean.
For younger listeners, parental guidance is advised.
Now available in Dolby Atmos on Audible.
Featured article: Modernising “The Little Mermaid”—with a superstar performance from Leigh-Anne Pinnock
Author Dina Gregory’s adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale resurfaces darker elements from the original, and finds surprising resonance in the age of social media...
What listeners say about The Little Mermaid
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- Justine Wallis
- 23-03-23
Beautiful and unique
This is a gorgeous adaption, beautifully narrated and sung by Leigh-Anne Pinnock. This is more of a soundscape than simple storytelling, really immersive and completely unique. Would love to hear more audible originals like this!
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- Taryn
- 23-03-23
so good!!
amazing amazing amazing amazing
never heard anything like it. thoroughly enjoyed listen to it leighanne
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- Deborah
- 23-03-23
Breathtaking!
This version of The little mermaid did not disappoint. I thoroughly enjoyed every second of it.
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- samantha
- 26-03-23
Lovely retelling of the original tale
Always loved this original story, darker elements and all, lovely adaptation though very different from the Disney-fied version a lot may be expecting
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- Belle
- 24-03-23
Beautiful adaptation
A beautiful adaptation of the classic tale. Singing is beautiful. Leanne is a wonderful narrator, and I like how it blends the time of then and now.
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- Anonymous User
- 02-04-23
Beautiful and captivating!
Loved the narrator and the music with it. Hope to hear more audio books like this!
Thank you :)
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- K S
- 01-04-23
Loved it!
I didn't know what to expect because I hadn't listened to the sample first, but I really enjoyed this. I knew the story of the little mermaid but I didn't know how it would be adapted. I thought the background music and sound added to the story. The narration was great as well. He storytelling was superb.
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- Since 1971 Owlstalk
- 26-03-23
a surprise stunner
the narration was impeccable, and the modernisation of the classic dark fairytale had that perfect timeless balance.
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- Lucie Marie Dorion
- 26-03-23
Delightful!
How lovely it was to listen to this “ personalized and modernized” version of a famous childhood classic. I was totally enchanted by the narrator’s sweet voice. It made my Sunday morning brighter.
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- Anonymous User
- 26-03-23
Loved everything about this
Not only is Leigh-Anne's narration beautiful, emotional and her voice sounds great, but the sound production, the songs and music are beautiful too. Loved listening to my first audiobook and the story fits perfectly at the end with the message of inspiration; it correlates with Leigh's career and it's just a beautiful cherry on top for this story. Loved it from beginning to end.
Congrats to the whole team for this wonderful project 🧜🏾♀️🌊
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- Anonymous User
- 24-03-23
Best 43:57 mins of my life
The little mermaid is already my favorite princess so when I saw that Leighanne was narrating this I knew I had to come and listen. This is my first time listening to an audiobook and I enjoyed every second of it the music in the background is so nice and calming and I love some of the changes made from the story that I grown up with and Leighanne’s voice was very calming. I will be listening to this again and I hope that she does more narrating.
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- Clemente Garcia
- 24-03-23
Wonderful
What a wonderful take all the little mermaid honestly so much better than the original Disney movie
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- Anonymous User
- 23-03-23
Phenomenal
It was magical, loved every bit of it. And the narration was magnificent. Perfect story.
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- Lee W
- 29-04-23
Real stinker
This was quite possibly one of the most boring “reimagining” I have come across. There seems to be a plethora of this garbage. Seems a lot of the authors and movie makers of the world are creatively bankrupt, instead of original we get rebaked classics
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- Air C
- 23-03-23
Pure Perfection
The Little Mermaid was the first film I remember watching, and the original Hans Christian Andersen story has always had a place in my heart. Listening to this performance by one of my favorite singers has sparked nostalgia. Whether you're a child or a grown adult in need of a calming tale, it is a must-listen.
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- shel one L
- 07-06-23
beautiful and inspiring
what a way to spin it not so morbidly. thank you for this. I definitely cried.
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- amari hooks
- 06-06-23
Amazing
I loved this rendition of this beautiful tale. Thank you Leigh for bringing it to life
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- Happy Mommy
- 19-05-23
Refreshing and immersive!
Incredibly fun to listen to and could be shared with youth of today to learn about being true to yourself. Wonderful narration and the music was lovely. I listened to it all in one sitting and it felt like I had been out to a musical!
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- Emerald.sapphire.amethyst
- 09-05-23
Unexpected, but delighted
What I like the most about this retelling of a classic fairytale is the messaging in. I love how the narrator expressed to the reader, that, yes, it was her story. The little mermaid is a tale that many people misunderstand, because of a lot of the changes made to the storyline over the years. I love how the narrator cautions the reader to love yourself, and never trade in everything that you are for nothing. For those people who might be suffering from insecurity and inadequacy, might find hope and inspiration in this detail. Or at least the very last line of this tail. That was the thing that touched me. The most in the entire story, was the narration at the end.
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- Anonymous User
- 08-05-23
Lovely audio experience
Such a cool and different way to experience my favorite childhood fairy tale! Really love the twist and production.