“...the varied images, atypical seascapes, and account of how one individual was able to realize her goal to see these wonders should spark the imaginations of countless budding scientists.”
-- Science

“Nivola's mixed-media paintings are undeniably lovely, with myriad shades of blue bathing familiar and mysterious forms of sea life at different ocean depths…”
-- BCCB

“...exquisitely detailed...”
-- Horn Book

“…sure to inspire the next generation…”
-- Booklist

“Readers lucky enough to dive into the unknown world of the renowned oceanographer will discover how a child's curiosity grew into a passion to explore and protect ‘the blue heart of the planet.'”
-- School Library Journal

“Young explorers will be happy to dive into this captivatingly illustrated biography of the renowned oceanographer.”
-- Kirkus

“…the sea takes center stage, inviting readers to swim along with Earle herself.”
-- New York Times