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Beneath the Surface: Killer Whales, SeaWorld, and the Truth Beyond Blackfish

John Hargrove,

Howard Chua-Eoan

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Feb 14, 2015 Melissa Price rated it it was amazing

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With regards to a book of this nature, the topic at hand, and the powerfully heartbreaking story it is, star rating this book seems wrong, however that's what the ratings are here for and five stars doesn't even begin to express what John Hargrove put into it

Beneath the Surface Killer Whales, SeaWorld, and the Truth Beyond Blackfish by John Hargrove

I have so much to say about this book, the mask that Seaworld hides behind, the most Gorgeous Beings of the OCEAN , where they belong, but are kept in captivity in horrendous, horrific, heartwrenching abuse all for the Love of a good sh With regards to a book of this nature, the topic at hand, and the powerfully heartbreaking story it is, star rating this book seems wrong, however that's what the ratings are here for and five stars doesn't even begin to express what John Hargrove put into it

I have so much to say about this book, the mask that Seaworld hides behind, the most Gorgeous Beings of the OCEAN , where they belong, but are kept in captivity in horrendous, horrific, heartwrenching abuse all for the Love of a good show. As I typed those last few word my eyes just filled up with tears because of the truths I was blinded to, the words the Author told to open my eyes, the lies and the memories that my family and I created making Seaworld like a part of the family, before my family broke apart. So my last good memories just happen to be from a place where what I deeply fell in love with, with my entire heart and soul, are from a place that lied. I'm trying to make peace with that while at the same time trying to create a balance of sorts for the Love I had for Seaworld and the devastating truths that this author/ex-14 year trainer of Seaworld and now activist to shut Seaworld down.

As I said above, I have much to say here about the book and Mr. Hargroves story. I 'really' need some time to let this sink in, to get through a thought or a sentence without crying and to give the Author and the marine life the review of this book they so deeply deserve. They deserve our support!! They deserve our attention, action, and appreciation!! They deserve everything everyone can do to help make a difference!!

I'm literally crying too hard over this at the moment to formulate and type out a review that will suffice. All I can ask while I let this sit for a bit is for everyone to get involved. The author, the publisher have videos posted on Twitter which I will share here by tomorrow. I urge everyone with a heart that beats to please grab a copy of this book, read it, really read it and listen to this author!!

Thank you to .@Goodreads .@PalgraveUSA and .@johnjhargrove for the gift of this book. It's a heartbreaking story, however the truth should ALWAYS come first!! As I've posted on Twitter to the Author, I support him and all who are a part of the mission to Shut Seaworld Down!

Please know that this is not my review (it's a mess typed through tears from a Beautiful family story that once was as I deal with what I've learned really is), however there will be one up asap and I'll recommend this book to everyone, share it and post the links to all pertinent information to help this cause! I stand as strong as I can with all involved at making a difference. The first place I feel is the best start for anyone whom would like to stand with us, is in this book!! Please stand up and join in!

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