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Book Club – Davis Public Library

March 19, 2026

After her husband’s death and her son’s mysterious disappearance decades earlier, Tova Sullivan finds solace working nights at the Sowell Bay Aquarium. There, she befriends Marcellus, a clever giant Pacific octopus. As their bond grows, Marcellus uncovers clues about Tova’s missing son and uses his wits to help her face the truth. Shelby Van Pelt’s debut novel explores healing, friendship, and how understanding the past can open new doors to the future.