Synopsis: Oliver grew up in a family of explorers - but his biggest adventure is about to begin!
Along with his new friends, a grumpy old albatross, a short-sighted mermaid and a friendly island called Cliff, Oliver goes off in search of his missing parents. But before he can put his rescue plan into action there's the evil Stacey de Lacey and an army of greasy, green sea monkeys to contend with . . .
Review: This book was so adorable!!! I am not one to read many children's books but I am so glad I was asked to review this one.
This is a fantasy story about a boy named Oliver whose parents go missing. When he goes to find them, he lands himself on a rambling island which then begins to move away taking Oliver with him. Cliff, as the island is affectionately named, is in search of objects for his seawig. With new friends including a cranky albatross named Mr. Culpepper and a mermaid named Iris, they set out to help Cliff win the Seawigs Contest. Oh, did I mention they come across sarcastic talking seaweed and crazy green fluffy sea monkeys?!
Apart from being a great fantasy novel, this book teaches a great lesson to children. The cast of characters reminded me of the Island of Misfit Toys in a way. Cliff is a small island that can't make a good seawig, Oliver is a boy that has never socialized with anyone but his parents, Iris is a nearsighted mermaid that cannot sing, and Mr. Culpepper is a bird who doesn't like to fly around. Each of them are made fun of by their peers, made to feel bad about themselves because they are different. But in the end, they all rein victors and have a happy ending all together. Oliver and his friends are great examples of overcoming bullying and succeeding by being themselves.
Overall, I highly recommend this book to be on all elementary school bookshelves!
Recommended For: Elementary school teachers, Children 9-12 who enjoy fantasy. Underlying message of overcoming bullying.
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
*Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher through Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.
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