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About this Book

Format:Trade Paperback

Dimensions:208 Pages, 6 x 9 x 0.52 in

Published:April 1, 2007

Publisher:Kunati Inc.

The following ISBNs are associated with this title:
ISBN - 10:1601640072
ISBN - 13:9781601640079

From the Publisher

Based on native legends of killer whales and wolves, this haunting tale of change and choice sensitively explores issues of the right to die, integrating the optimistic spiritualism of native myth and the hard realities of modern-day life. This beautiful story, told in flashback, straddles the genres of mystery and family drama, as the only witness to a tragedy loses her memory and an innocent person may be in prison for the crime, posing the difficult question Which is the higher morality-love or law? This special edition includes new scenes from the author''s screenplay.

From the Jacket

In Cheryl Kaye Tardif's heart-wrenching Whale Song, haunting native legends merge with the modern world as two cultures collide, and a young woman struggles with long-forgotten memories of her mother's suicide.
Thirteen years ago, Sarah Richardson's life was shattered when her mother committed suicide. The shocking tragedy left a grief-stricken teen-aged Sarah with partial amnesia.

Some things are easier to forget.

But now a familiar voice from her past sends Sarah, a talented mid-twenties ad exec, back to her past. A past that she had thought was long buried.

Some things are meant to be buried.

Torn by nightmares and visions of a yellow-eyed wolf, yet aided by the creatures of the Earth and by the killer whales that call to her in the night, Sarah must face her fears and uncover the truth?even if it destroys her.

Some things are meant to be remembered?at all cost.

About the Author

Cheryl Kaye Tardif is the author of Divine Intervention and The River, as well as a published poet and scriptwriter of public service announcements. She lives in Edmonton, Alberta.

From the Author

This is my 'heart book'--a story with meaning and impact. I hope you love reading it as much as I loved writing it! ~CKT

From the Critics

"A tough act to follow for any written genre." -Fresh Fiction

From The Community

Who's Listing it as a Top Ten

This title has appeared in 2 Top Ten lists. See the most recent lists below:

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San Francisco and Whale Song movie

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A San Francisco Story: The man with the golden smile

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Embrace grief and get through it

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Cheryl is on CKUA's "Bookmark" radio show on Feb 15th

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Bianca Moon
- 3 people found this helpful
Magically Enchanting!

11 months ago

Sara starts off as an eleven year old girl who lives with her parents, Jack and Daniella. Jack is a marine biologist, fascinated with his work of studying marine creatures while Daniella is a talented painter. They move from their cozy ranch in Wyoming to Vancouver Island to make it easier for Jack to study the animals at a closer view. Being the new kid in school, she makes a new best friend, Goldie Dixon, an Indian girl. Sara and Goldie spend most of their time playing together and… + read more
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J.M. Lavallee
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Bravo for Whale Song

12 months ago

Journey through time with Sarah Richardson of Whale Song and you will find her accepting voice, telling the mystical and poignant tale of her family's past, will spell you. Reminiscent of youth's sweetness, Whale Song confronts the truth of that treasure's fragility, upon varying paths, with uncomplicated and graceful ease. What can one do when forced to live through tragedy? When adult thoughts and responsibility find themselves within the hands of a child? It is easy to forget... but to… + read more
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Karen Scott
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"Absolutely Wonderful"

12 months ago

The story of Sarah Richardson is a journey of wonder, friendships, happiness, sadness, loss and love. It will keep you reading from cover to cover. Cheryl Tardiff's writing is captivating and I look forward to reading more of her novels.
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Wanda Marie Bowser
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Bigger issues Lurk Under the Surface

13 months ago

A gem of a novel, I especially loved all the Nootka and Haida Indian lore and how it connected to Sarah. For the most part, this novel takes place during Sarah's adolescence giving it a distinctive multi age group appeal. Though it may be classed as YA, I’d have no problem recommending this book to my 11yo niece, sister, mother or grandmother. With its killer whales and interwoven Indian legends, I think even adolescent boys would find this book of interest. Catalytic change brings moral… + read more
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Ursula Hindle
- 4 people found this helpful
A wonderful Read

17 months ago

A book that would appeal to all age groups and all genders. The book caught you from the beginning and never let you go. The characters were wonderful and very human. Absolutely loved this book. Thank you, Cheryl, for a wonderful story. Ursula Hindle
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