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Aaaaaaah, Aquicorn Cove may be too cute for me to handle. Unicorn seahorses! I cannot resist. This whole book feels like a Ghibli movie, from the art to the story to the message to the feels.
Publication
Portland, OR : Oni Press, an Oni Press Publication, 2018.
Description
Unable to rely on the adults in her storm-ravaged seaside town, a young girl must protect a colony of magical seahorse-like creatures she discovers in the coral reef... A heartfelt story about learning to be a guardian to yourself and those you love. When Lana and her father return to their seaside hometown to help clear the debris of a big storm, Lana remembers how much she's missed the ocean--and the strong, reassuring presence of her aunt. As Lana explores the familiar beach, she discovers something incredible: a colony of Aquicorns, small magical seahorse-like creatures that live in the coral reef. Lana rescues an injured Aquicorn and cares for it with the help of her aunt, who may know more about these strange creatures than she's willing to admit. But when a second storm threatens to reach the town, choices made many years ago about how to coexist with the sea start to rise to the surface. Lana realizes she will need to find the strength to stand on her own, even when it means standing up to the people who she has always relied on to protect her.… (more)
Language
Original language
English
User reviews
LibraryThing member LibrarianRyan
This book was not what i was expecting based on title and cover. It is a lovely graphic story about why you need to be kind to the ocean and any creature that might live there. The story is simple, but has meaning. The illustration spot on, and reminds me of a soft Studio Ghibli piece. The only
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thing I didn’t like was that Aunt was a smoker, and it seemed to be constant. It’s a small thing, but it irks me, which makes that book not as good. Show Less
LibraryThing member BillieBook
Another gorgeously-illustrated story from Katie O'Neill. It's also a lovely story; one which deals with grief and grieving and the impact of humans on their environment without ever becoming preachy. It also has a great message about finding your voice and standing up for what you believe in and I
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know exactly the young girl(s) to recommend it to. Show Less
LibraryThing member lycomayflower
A middle grade graphic novel about a girl and her aunt who both love the sea and discover a mystical world beneath the waves. A delightful story with beautiful, colorful illustrations and a great message about conservation. I didn't love this one quite as much as O'Neill's [The Tea Dragon Society],
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but that is more a commentary on just *how much* I loved that one rather than on this one being less good. Recommended. Show Less
LibraryThing member booklover3258
I thought this was an extremely cute graphic novel. Loved the underlying message about saving the coral reef by not using plastic fishing nets. Great artwork!
LibraryThing member villemezbrown
I like O'Neill's other books, but this one just didn't work for me. Mostly, it lacked focus due to being overstuffed with storylines: mourning a dead family member, a romance, mysterious but super-cute sea life, environmentalism, climate change. Partly, I was put off by featuring a cool, tough
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character who smokes and litters their butts in a book seemingly aimed at children. Not cool. Show Less
LibraryThing member livingtech
This was sweet. Maybe not quite as good as the tea dragon society, but simple and good none the less.
LibraryThing member therapite
The art. The colors. The story. I'm so excited for this to come out. Got an ARC at BookExpo and the world is in for a treat with this one.
LibraryThing member DrFuriosa
This is a darling book about conservation of resources and caring for our environment. It also deftly tackles grief and recovery, alongside a sweet f/f relationship.
LibraryThing member HeidiSV
I loved this book. As someone who had read Katie O'Neill's Tea Dragon society as an Advance Readers Copy, I fell in love with the illustrations and the messages presented in this book. The art style is unique and extremely well done. It is simple but it adds to the novel in such a way that helps
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engage the reader in the story rather than be focused on the illustrations. This is a great example of using illustrations to provide a way to engage readers. The only reason why I took off a half of a star is that the message is so very heavy-handed that almost felt forced which wasn't good. Other than that, wonderful book. Show Less
LibraryThing member RealLifeReading
Happy sigh. I adore the work of Katie O’Neill – she of the lovely Tea Dragon Society!
In this book, a young girl and her dad visit her aunt who lives on a small island that’s been hit by a storm. Lana discovers a baby aquicorn, a kind of seahorse-like creature and she nurses it back to health.
In this book, a young girl and her dad visit her aunt who lives on a small island that’s been hit by a storm. Lana discovers a baby aquicorn, a kind of seahorse-like creature and she nurses it back to health.
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It is a tale of loss and grief – Lana is learning to cope with the death of her mother. And also one of the environment – the underwater creatures’ homes are being destroyed by overfishing and pollution. And all accompanied by O’Neill’s gorgeous vibrant illustrations Show Less
LibraryThing member potds1011
This is adorable??? I love it to death, the message is wonderful, the illustrations are excellent, the story is easy to follow and beautifully crafted. Absolutely worth a read.
LibraryThing member jennybeast
So many things I love about the book --
the adorable illustrations (just gorgeous)
the community clean-up -- brings the disasters in Puerto Rico and other coastal communities home
the environmental message -- not just that we must change, but ways in which we can change
the clear love of the sea and
the lovely, gentle, implied lesbian relationship from 2 positive role models
the people of color thoughout the book
the realistic depiction of grief at the death of a parent, and of depression.
It's an amazing bundle of feelings and story, especially given the somewhat minimal text. The only thing I don't like is the one panel where the aunt is smoking. Strong work!
the adorable illustrations (just gorgeous)
the community clean-up -- brings the disasters in Puerto Rico and other coastal communities home
the environmental message -- not just that we must change, but ways in which we can change
the clear love of the sea and
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worry about the ways in which we are damaging itthe lovely, gentle, implied lesbian relationship from 2 positive role models
the people of color thoughout the book
the realistic depiction of grief at the death of a parent, and of depression.
It's an amazing bundle of feelings and story, especially given the somewhat minimal text. The only thing I don't like is the one panel where the aunt is smoking. Strong work!
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LibraryThing member starlight-glimmer
From the first page, I adored this diverse, relevant graphic novel that stirred my ocean-loving eco-protecting mermaid heart. New Zealand based author Katie O'Neill has created a call for action to protect our oceans, while also offering an insightful, loving look at how (non-nuclear) families and
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communities support each other. The art is just so cute. I want an aquicorn! The relationship between Mae and Aure was stunning, beautifully depicted, though I think I loved Lana's connection with the ocean and the natural world even more. The author has dedicated the book to "everyone who protects the sea, and for those who will inherit the responsibility." Truly inspiring, and I am getting a copy for my classroom library! This joins my favorite middle grade graphic novels along with The Tea Dragon Society, Tidesong, Katie the Catsitter, My Brother's Husband, and Witches of Brooklyn. LOVE! Show Less