Three Blue Hearts
$18.34
- Paperback
304 pages
- Release Date
5 January 2027
Summary
National Bestseller
From the bestselling author of Song for a Whale comes a deeply moving story about a boy, an octopus, and the extraordinary bond that changes them forever.
Max can’t seem to escape the big, looming shadow of his politician dad. But for the next few months, Max and his mom are going away to a quiet Texas beach town where Max can be someone else. Someone who doesn’t make dumb mistakes that embarrass his father—someone who knows how to be strong.
…Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780593898420 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0593898427 |
| Author: | Lynne Kelly |
| Publisher: | Random House USA Inc |
| Imprint: | Random House Inc |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 304 |
| Release Date: | 5 January 2027 |
| Weight: | 214g |
| Dimensions: | 132mm x 194mm |
| Audience Age: | 8-12 |
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Critics Review
“Kelly tells a gentle, sweet-hearted tale of a tween managing personal responsibility and finding his own voice.” —Publishers Weekly
“An excellent fit for kids who like stories centering animals and friendship, this will appeal to fans of Pennypacker’s Pax and Kelly’s previous work, Song for a Whale.” —The Bulletin
“Full of heart, a dash of science, and plenty of octopus antics, this story is a tender, bittersweet reminder that growth can come from the most unexpected of places. This quiet, heartfelt story will stay with readers long after the tide goes out.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Boasting a combination of family dynamics, new friendships, animal husbandry, challenging choices, and coming of age, this will resonate with readers who enjoy diving into realistic fiction with a side of animal love.” —Booklist
“Animal lovers should keep tissues handy….This heartfelt story showcases one boy’s coming of age, and the joys and sorrows of rescuing an animal.” —School Library Journal
Lynne Kelly
Lynne Kelly is the award-winning and USA TODAY bestselling author of Song for a Whale, The Secret Language of Birds, and Three Blue Hearts. She lives with her dogs Abigail and Eloise near Houston, where she works as a sign language interpreter and writes books for kids.
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