Finalist for the 2015 USA Best Book Awards in Children's Fiction
Finalist for theForeword Reviews' 2014 IndieFab Awards in Juvenile Fiction
Like author Rick Riordan, who mixes adventure with Greek myths, [Prager] writes books that include action and humor, science and sea creatures.” The Washington Post,KidsPost section
"...the sea life, along with reefs, bioluminescence and other marine wonders, is generally depicted by Prager, a marine scientist, in accurate, vivid detail. ...there’s more than enough action and humor to pull readers along. ...a splashy startup with a promising premise." Kirkus Reviews
"Ellen Prager takes her readers on an exciting, action-packed adventure into the mysterious world of the deep, with an edge of fantasy that only the most vivid imagination could conjure up. A rollicking ride of fun, that also imparts to her young readers a valuable education about the marine world, and the fascinating creatures that live in and around it." Sam Champion, host ofSea Rescue, Weather EditorABC NEWS
"Here's one book that as a father and an ocean lover I can wholeheartedly recommend. Take the adventure, dive in, and happy reading!" Bob Woodruff,ABC News correspondent
"The Shark Whisperer, Dr. Ellen Prager’s first middle grade book, followed by her second,The Shark Rider are part of the Tristan Hunt and Sea Guardians series. The ocean adventure series follows Tristan and his friends as they arrive at summer camp, where they develop unusual, but exciting ocean powers. ... This fun series is written by oceanographer and researcher, Dr. Ellen Prager who is passionate about ocean science, and hopes to educate middle graders about current ocean issues, as well as encourage young readers to get involved in the preservation of ocean life. The series meets the Common Core Standards for English Language Arts and Science. A free downloadable Educator’s Guide with language arts and science activities is available."Current: The Journal of Marine Education, Vol. 29, No. 2, June 2015
"No need to whisper: I very much like, like, like this highly readable, highly unusual way of looking at the ocean.” Carl Safina, author ofSong for the Blue Ocean and host of PBSSaving the Ocean
"The Shark Whisperer is packed with science laced with humor and adventurean underwater Harry Potter, sure to inspire readers to want to dive in and experience the ocean for themselves." Sylvia A. Earle,National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence
"A wonderful read that grips you from the very beginning. This empowering story of a group of young people who band together to save the oceans and change the world is a terrific adventure; funny, exciting, and entertaining...don't miss it." Philippe Cousteau, Explorer and Environmental Advocate
"Those who know Prager well wouldn’t be astounded to find her delving into the realm of ocean science and youth fiction. Throughout her career, Prager always made it a priority to involve young minds." Miami Herald
"As the first book of author and researcher Ellen Prager’sTristan Hunt and the Sea Guardians series,The Shark Whisperer appeals to middle school readers with a combination of humor, adventure, and fantasy that is sure to spark curiosity among young minds about real-world ocean issues. ... TheTristan Hunt and the Sea Guardians series with illustrations by Antonio Javier Caparo is sure to be of interest to various marine educational programs and young fantasy and adventure fiction readers. Author Dr. Ellen Prager’s expertise in marine science and ocean advocacy brings the series to life with vivid and accurate descriptions of marine species and the threats they face, woven among plenty of action and humor." Mission Blue
