Sharks in the Time of Saviours

Set in 1995 in Kailua-Kona, Hawai'i, this compelling debut novel follows seven-year-old Nainoa Flores, who is rescued from drowning by sharks, an event seen as a divine sign by his family amid economic hardships. As circumstances change, Nainoa and his siblings are compelled to leave their home in search of better opportunities across the mainland United States. The story explores themes of identity, belonging, and the deep connections to place through vivid storytelling and emotional depth.