Sea dogs and merpups are irresistible! Beautiful, detailed art takes us on the investigation of who tried to sink a village fishing boat. It’s not Big Boris. Walter and Mira take on the task while keeping the secret of the merpups, too. Really loved this one.

Thank you to NetGalley and Globe Pequot for this DRC.
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I read this with my 7 year old son tonight and he really enjoyed it, he said he would definitely read it again. From mom… I didn’t love it just because I’m not quite sure I understood it there was supposed to be a greater message behind it and the book ends totally abruptly. It was strange. The illustrations were pretty though!

When Walter the baker’s friend Big Boris is wrongly accused of sinking a fishing boat, he teams up with Mira the merpup to uncover the real culprit. Their underwater adventure weaves a heartwarming tale of friendship, justice, and courage.

This book’s illustrations are nothing short of breathtaking. The jewel-green tones of the ocean shimmer on every page, creating an inviting underwater world that children will want to dive into again and again. Astrid Sheckels’ art blends classic realism with a whimsical touch, bringing to life an enchanting cast of characters from mermaid-dogs and gentle sea creatures to a loyal group of friends who always have each other’s backs. The visual storytelling is so vivid that even before the words are read aloud, the pictures themselves tell a tale of kindness, bravery, and the magic of friendship. This is a story young readers will cherish for its warmth and heart, but it’s worth owning for the illustrations alone. Highly recommended for anyone who loves picture books that are as beautiful to look at as they are meaningful to read.

This is definitely perfect for a child.
Just short enough to keep their attention focused on it. I liked it. The art style is beyond adorable.