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The Octopus, Dadu and Me

By Lucy Ann Unwin

Adjectives

heartwarming adventurous insightful

Genres

Adventure Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

Sashi's world is crumbling as her beloved Dadu battles dementia, and her parents forbid her from visiting him. Seeking solace, she frequents the local aquarium, where she befriends Ian, a captive octopus. Discovering Ian's desire to return to the ocean, Sashi devises a daring plan to set him free. Along the way, she confronts her grief, strengthens friendships, and learns the true meaning of family and freedom.

Pages

304 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2023

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