{"title":"Shannon Doleski","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Shannon Doleski, an exceptional author known for her engaging stories that resonate with younger audiences. Her works are a delightful addition to any young reader's bookshelf, offering heartwarming tales that inspire and entertain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMary Underwater\u003c\/em\u003e is one of Shannon's standout novels, beautifully capturing the spirit of resilience and courage. This Young Adult gem follows the journey of Mary Murphy as she navigates personal challenges, drawing readers into a story of self-discovery and empowerment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDoleski's talent for crafting compelling narratives continues with \u003cem\u003eGabe in the After\u003c\/em\u003e, a thrilling exploration of life and growth set in a post-apocalyptic landscape. 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She has a plan: build a real submarine, like the model she's been making with Kip Dwyer, the secretly sweet class clown. Gaining courage from her heroine, Joan of Arc, Mary vows to pilot a sub across the Chesapeake Bay, risking her life in a modern crusade to save herself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMary Underwater\u003c\/em\u003e is an empowering tale of persistence, heroism, and hope from a luminous new voice in middle-grade fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46733340672236,"sku":"9781419759390","price":15.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13361433482693.jpg?v=1755170410"},{"product_id":"mary-underwater-by-shannon-doleski-9781419740800","title":"Mary Underwater","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by Joan of Arc, a girl builds and pilots a submarine to prove just what girls can do in this masterful middle-grade debut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMary Murphy feels like she's drowning. 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