Singing Home the Whale

Discover the heartfelt journey in this award-winning young adult novel that beautifully weaves together themes of friendship, conservation, and self-discovery. 'Singing Home the Whale' tells the compelling story of Will Jackson, a troubled city boy who is forced to spend his summer in a small New Zealand town. Struggling with the scars of a brutal attack and the embarrassment of a viral YouTube clip, Will finds solace in an unexpected bond with an abandoned baby orca whale.

As Will becomes determined to protect this majestic creature from local fishermen, he finds himself thrust into the heart of a community torn between tradition and the urgent need for conservation. This book is not just a tale of a boy and a whale; it is a riveting exploration of ecological concerns and the impact of human actions on wildlife.

With vivid imagery and lyrical prose, 'Singing Home the Whale' engages readers both young and old, making it a perfect addition to any collection of New Zealand literature. Winner of the prestigious Margaret Mahy Book of the Year and the New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults, this touching narrative is acclaimed for its emotional depth and rich storytelling. The book invites readers to reflect on their relationship with nature and the importance of standing up for what is right.

Enjoy free shipping on this must-read novel, and let yourself be transported into a world where every word sings the beauty of the ocean and the strength of human spirit.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781775536574
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2014
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE NZ
Pages: 336


Description:
An award-winning and extraordinary story of a boy who protects a baby whale that locals believe is threatening their livelihood.


Winner of the Margaret Mahy Book of the Year
New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults 2015

Young Adult Category Winner
New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults 2015


Storylines Notable Young Adult Fiction Award 2015


Will Jackson is hiding out, a city boy reluctantly staying with his uncle in small town New Zealand while he struggles to recover from a brutal attack and the aftermath of a humiliating YouTube clip gone viral.

After he discovers a young abandoned orca whale his life is further thrown into chaos, when he rallies to help protect it against hostile, threatening interests. This threatens to tear apart the small fishing community and forever changes Will's life.

The boy and the whale develop a special bond, linked by Will's love of singing. With echoes of classic book and film The whalerider this powerful connection is utterly convincing on the page.

An exciting plot-driven story full of drama, tension and romance, this magical book captures both heart and mind to hold the reader enthralled from start to finish. These qualities, along with its lyrical use of language and its compelling and persuasive exploration of many global concerns, makes this a beautifully touching, rich and multi-layered story by an award-winning writer for young adults. Singing Home the Whale will appeal to all readers of high-quality New Zealand fiction.

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