Sharks in the Time of Saviours

Set against the backdrop of 1990s Hawai'i, this evocative debut explores the story of seven-year-old Nainoa Flores, who is saved from drowning by a shark in a moment that is interpreted as a divine sign by his family. As economic hardships drive the family away from their homeland, the narrative delves into themes of belonging, identity, and the complex ties to place, capturing both the physical and emotional landscapes of their journey.