It came from the lonely, glittering sea, and nothing in the small fishing village of Gloucester would ever be the same. In the summer of 1817, dozens of startled townspeople look out at the harbor and spot an enormous, mysterious sea serpent swimming right off the coast. At first, everyone is terrified of the massive creature splashing in the waves. But soon, thrill seekers and hunters arrive from miles around, determined to capture the legendary beast. Amidst all the chaos and aggressively searching boats, one young boy watches from the shore, secretly hoping the beautiful monster can outsmart the hunters and survive. Written in the catchy rhythm of a traditional sailor's chanty, this thrilling adventure pulls you into a real-life historical mystery. The luminous paintings make you feel the salt spray and the majesty of the deep ocean, leaving you to wonder what other incredible secrets are still hiding beneath the waves.