# Wet Magic explained — Wet Magic

> Chapter companion for Wet Magic by E. Nesbit.

## What happens

The children, Francis, Mavis, Bernard, and Kathleen, are excited about their upcoming seaside holiday. Their anticipation is dampened when Aunt Enid bans them from visiting the aquarium, but their spirits are lifted when they read a newspaper article about a mermaid. They decide to plan a rescue mission for the mermaid, leading to a nighttime adventure.

## Themes in this chapter

### Adventure and Bravery

The children's decision to rescue a mermaid reflects a spirit of adventure and bravery.

### Family and Loyalty

The children's bond and shared mission highlight family loyalty.

## Character check-ins

### Francis

One of the children eagerly anticipating the seaside holiday and involved in planning the mermaid rescue.

### Mavis

One of the children, described as truthful, who participates in the excitement and planning.

### Bernard

One of the children involved in the seaside holiday anticipation and mermaid rescue plans.

### Kathleen

One of the children sharing in the anticipation and rescue planning.

### Aunt Enid

The aunt who bans the children from visiting the aquarium, creating a conflict.

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