{"product_id":"fridays-harbor-a-novel-isbn-9780062124210","title":"Friday's Harbor: A Novel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe heartwarming and provocative sequel to Diane Hammond's \u003cem\u003eHannah's Dream\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eFriday's Harbor\u003c\/em\u003e is the compelling story of a dying orca, the caring zoo that saves him, and the controversy that threatens his captivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's been three years since Hannah, the elephant, departed the Max L. Biedelman Zoo, in Bladenham, Washington, and much has changed, including the appointment of new executive director Truman Levy, and the arrival of a failing killer whale named Friday.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith the help of marine mammal rehabilitator Gabriel Jump, and a team of dedicated though inexperienced keepers, Friday begins to recover. But not everyone believes he should be in captivity—a debate that explodes onto a national stage. Now, Friday's fate may no longer rest in the hands of Truman and the caring staff at the Max L. Biedelman Zoo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike \u003cem\u003eThe Art of Racing in the Rain\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eLike Water for Elephants\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eFriday's Harbor\u003c\/em\u003e beautifully illuminates the special bond between animals and humans.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003eHannah the elephant is thriving in her new home, peacemaker Truman Levy is the new director of the Max L. Biedelman Zoo, and life in Bladenham, Washington, has finally settled down . . . or has it? From his eccentric aunt Ivy, Truman learns of the plight of a desperately sick, captive killer whale named Friday.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReluctantly Truman agrees to give the orca a new home—and a new lease on life—at the zoo. But not everybody believes in his captivity. Soon the Max L. Biedelman Zoo is embroiled in a whale-size controversy and Friday's fate is up for grabs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike \u003cem\u003eThe Art of Racing in the Rain\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eWater for Elephants, Friday's Harbor\u003c\/em\u003e beautifully illuminates the special bond between animals and humans.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“Featuring a cast of endearingly quirky characters (notably, an elephant named Hannah), this charming story enchants and provides a nice balance of lighthearted and poignant moments . . . uplifting.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Irresistibly touching, delectably uplifting, Hammond’s understated yet gargantuan tale of devotion and commitment poignantly proves that love does indeed come in all shapes and sizes.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Sweet . . .[T]he moments of genuine emotion will charm readers in search of a happy ending.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Uplifting.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSt. Paul Pioneer Press\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"William Morrow Paperbacks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888086085861,"sku":"NP9780062124210","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062124210.jpg?v=1730228119","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/fridays-harbor-a-novel-isbn-9780062124210","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}