Three Blue Hearts
$31.08
- Hardcover
288 pages
- Release Date
6 January 2026
Summary
From the bestselling author of Song for a Whale comes a moving tale about the life-changing bond between a boy and the octopus he rescues.
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—perfect for fans of Remarkably Bright Creatures to hand to the young readers in their lives.
Max can’t seem to escape the big, loomi…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780593898390 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0593898397 |
| Author: | Lynne Kelly |
| Publisher: | Random House USA Inc |
| Imprint: | Delacorte Press |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 288 |
| Release Date: | 6 January 2026 |
| Weight: | 391g |
| Dimensions: | 210mm x 140mm |
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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
About The Author
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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