Description: "A tale of grief, mourning, and the power of community to restore one's emotional balance after a tragedy. On a whale-watching trip with her father, Willa discovers she can talk to a whale named Meg....This magical encounter becomes an extended metaphor for the guidance she still needs from her mother, and a manifestation of an emotional goodbye that she is still negotiating. Each chapter opens with fascinating facts on unique marine life that create nonfiction entry points for research. Willa's character offers emotional insight into the layers of grief experienced by someone who loses a parent, and builds empathy in young readers. This must-purchase may challenge readers to keep a dry eye."

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