Akela follows a neurotic sea turtle from the beaches of Hawaii whose pursuit of love is interrupted by the events of Pearl Harbor. Separated from his mate, he is taken to the mainland, escapes a brutal research facility, and sets out on a determined odyssey back home.

The narrative blends historical moments, encounters with notable figures, and an animal's point of view to explore resilience, loyalty, and the cost of separation during wartime. The tone shifts between wistful and adventurous, with vivid scenes that move across place and time.

Highlights

• Wartime backdrop centered on Pearl Harbor
• Animal protagonist and romantic quest
• Escape-and-odyssey structure with historical crossovers

Published by BHC Press in 2019. 276 pages.

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