The Ocean Calls: A Haenyeo Mermaid Story by Tina Cho

The Ocean Calls: A Haenyeo Mermaid Story

Tina Cho with Jess X. Snow (Illustrator)

48 pages first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction childrens adventurous lighthearted slow-paced

Description

A breathtaking picture book featuring a Korean girl and her haenyeo (free diving) grandmother about intergenerational bonds, finding courage in the face of fear, and connecting with our natural world. Dayeon wants to be a haenyeo just like Grandma...

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Community Reviews Summary of 102 reviews

Moods

adventurous 80%
inspiring 80%
hopeful 40%
relaxing 40%
emotional 20%
informative 20%
lighthearted 20%
reflective 20%

Pace

medium 75%
fast 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 50%

Average rating

4.1

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