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The Silver Shadow

Author: Mariesa DulakIllustrator: Alea Marley

While playing on a beach in Barbados, a little girl discovers a baby silver shark stranded in a rock pool. Mariesa Dulak’s playful text with sensory language perfectly complements Alea Marley’s gorgeous illustrations in dreamy green, blues and purples. A beautiful story that immerses the reader in a warm and reassuring celebration of the sea and its creatures.

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  • Own Voice
  • Black representation
  • Diverse cast
  • Challenges gender stereotypes
  • Female lead