Shark Heart

Shark Heart by Emily Habeck delves into the profound and unexpected journey of marital love challenged beyond the ordinary. This extraordinary novel breathes life into an enchanting yet tragic tale, exploring the depth of human emotion and the mystique of transformation.

'Every page bursts with heart' - Anthony Doerr, author of All The Light We Cannot See

'Compelling, moving, lyrical' - Claire North, author of Ithaca and The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August

For Lewis and Wren, their first year of marriage is tinged with a surreal form of sorrow and hope. Newly married, their blissful union is abruptly shadowed when Lewis receives an unfathomable diagnosis: he is slowly transforming into a great white shark. With less than a year left to live as a human, this revelation pushes the boundaries of their love and their understanding of what it means to stay together.

Initially, Wren grapples against the harsh reality of her husband's condition. Is there a way to halt or reverse this metamorphosis? Can love transcend such an extraordinary transformation? As the days progress and Lewis' transformation becomes inevitable, Wren begins a journey of acceptance and reconciliation. She is no stranger to loss, and this unique trial forces her to confront the impermanence of life and find solace in the time they have left together.

Habeck’s Shark Heart is not just a narrative about a bizarre physical transformation, but a poignant exploration of love in its many forms, testing the limits of human resilience and empathy. It questions the very essence of humanity and the transformative power of love, loss, hope, and happiness.

Discover why readers love Shark Heart:

'Lyrical and immersive. I found it both heartbreaking and heartwarming' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review

'A most magical story . . . unlike anything I've read before' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review

'A rare and inspirational book' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review

'Touching and remarkable' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review

'Will stick with me forever' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review

'A new favourite read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review

'Will pull at your heartstrings and stay with you for a very long time' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review

'Read with a box of tissues nearby' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review

Embark on this unforgettable journey with Shark Heart and discover a story that is as much about the transience of life as it is about the enduring power of love.