The Lost Whale
The Lost Whale by Hannah Gold is a standalone novel published by HarperCollins Publishers on December 5, 2023. This 304-page book is written in English and presents a heartfelt narrative centered on adventure, recovery, and love. The story follows Rio, a boy who moves to California to live with a grandmother he barely knows. Feeling isolated, he befriends a girl named Marina, who introduces him to the majestic grey whales that migrate nearby, deepening his connection to both the ocean and his family.
Readers will find a touching exploration of friendship as Rio embarks on a quest to locate a missing whale named White Beak, believing that this connection will help his mother recover. The narrative intertwines themes of survival and the challenges faced by marine life, including the impacts of climate change and pollution. Aimed at readers in grades 3 to 7, The Lost Whale offers a blend of adventure and education, making it a relevant choice for young readers interested in animals and environmental issues.
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A gorgeously written standalone from the acclaimed author of The Last Bear, Hannah Gold’s second novel is a touching story about adventure, recovery, and love–perfect for fans of Pax and A Wolf Called Wander.
When Rio is sent to live with a grandmother he barely knows in California, he feels completely alone. Then he makes a new friend on the foggy beach–a girl named Marina, who teaches him about the massive grey whales that migrate nearby.
As Rio grows to love the whales, he discovers that his mother loved them, too. He’s suddenly sure that if he can somehow find a way to connect her with these gentle giants – and especially with a particular whale named White Beak – she will get better and come to join him in California. But White Beak is missing–and Rio must embark on a desperate journey across the dangerous ocean to find her.
An excellent choice for readers in grades 3 to 7, this fierce celebration of friendship includes information about the struggles facing real gray whales from climate change, pollution, and over-fishing.
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