an astonishing debut. I was blown away by how heartfelt, funny and EXCITING it is suitable for 9+ and for big, grown adults who spent their childhood staring at the sea and dreaming of adventures -- Alex Dunne an incredibly impressive debut from a writer who understands how to weave myth and magic seamlessly into the everyday. Laura Keohane has crafted a story full of heart and wonder ... invites readers to ask themselves what it truly means to be brave in the face of adventure -- Grainne O'Brien, award-winning author of Solo brilliant debut Irish mythology and really clever world building, what more could you want? -- Kevin Moran Selkies are intrinsic to Irish traditional folklore and this debut story from Laura Keohane is a lovely addition to the magical genre There are plenty of characters with great personality, especially the young selkies who take Lana under their flippers! I challenge anyone not to adore them and their undersea world as imagined by Keohane a lovely summer read for a curious and adventurous reader, especially one that enjoys myth and legend in general, and legends with an Irish twist in particular -- Inis Magazine, Aileen Ivory a floating fusion of folklore with friendship in the age of social media, Clare-based author Laura Keohane's debut children's novel invites readers to suspend disbelief and dive straight into this magical realm. If selkie shape-shifting seems too fanciful for today's savvy pre-teens, Keohane tempers the faery vibe with internet slang. Poor aul granddad is bemused to find he is the GOAT who slays will enchant readers aged nine-plus who allow themselves to be carried away on a wave of imagination - but watch out for an unexpected southpaw in the shape of McGuigan, the family's ancient cat -- Irish Examiner Selkies are intrinsic to Irish traditional folklore and this début story from Keohane is a lovely addition to the magical genre. There are plenty of characters with great personality, especially the young selkies who take Lana under their flippers! I challenge any reader not to adore them and their undersea world. Ideal for a curious and adventurous reader especially one that enjoys myths and legends with an Irish twist -- RTEjr Book Club an old legend made new again; full of heart & happiness; exciting, captivating, bold and bravea most magical adventure -- Fallen Star Stories
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