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McClure, Gillian
1 Reviews
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K-3
Peter has been warned to stay away from Seal Island, but he can't resist "the cries of the seals on the wind." Once there, he saves a selkie from a greedy oysterman's net, and in return she teaches him "the secret language of the sea." Although the ending is somewhat abrupt, the detailed, moody illustrations reflect the magical quality of the tale and the changing nature of the sea.
Reviewer: Kitty Flynn
1 reviews
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