One White Dolphin

One White Dolphin

Juvenile fiction
Awhile back I reviewed a book called Wild Wings that showed real
sensitivity for animal lives and human relations. I was thrilled to
find another book by Gill Lewis. One White Dolphin does for ocean
critters what Wild Wings did for raptors.
Kara is in a world of pain. Her beloved mother disappeared over
a year ago, never to be heard from again. She and her father have had
to move in with an aunt who is not all that happy about the
situation. Her father may have to sell Moana, the fishing boat she
and her parents restored in happier days. The new kid (Felix) in
school's dad wants to buy it.
Kara's larger community is facing a difficult transition. Many
people earn livings from the sea. A dredging ban is about to be
lifted. Sure there will be short term profit. But what about the
long term health of the complex ocean ecosystem if the reef is
destroyed?
Into all this chaos comes an almost mythical creature. An
infant albino dolphin is beached in critical medical condition. The
adults think euthanasia is the only option. Even if they could heal
her, they could not release her into her natural habitat without the
nurturing presence of her mother. Kara and Felix believe she deserves
to live.
As she did in Wild Wings, in One White Dolphin Lewis seamlessly
blends a compelling story line and believable characters with crucial
conservation information. This is an enjoyable and worthwhile read.
On a personal note, Sunday Pastor Steve did a water themed church
service which was perfect for World Water Day.
A great big shout out goes out to all who work to raise awareness of
and protect sensitive habitats.
Julia Emily Hathaway


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