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WINNER - Independent Press Award 2025

Eye of the Turtle

Lucy Morgan Adventure Series (Book 1)

In the first of a series of adventure stories, eleven-year-old Lucy is moving away from everything she has ever known.

The Caribbean is a long way from London, but she soon finds friends, Jack and Solomon, who introduce her to the beach and the ocean’s wondrous creatures. The story unfolds on the idyllic Pontus Island, a place that becomes a sanctuary for Lucy. Finding a turtle who needs help begins both Lucy’s affinity with ocean creatures, and her quest to protect underwater creatures. Lucy needs to find the courage to learn new skills and brave the ocean deep, which,  of course,  might just be full of sea monsters.

Gloria Barnett Receives International Recognition Through the

INDEPENDENT PRESS AWARD®!

The INDEPENDENT PRESS AWARD, one of the most prestigious book award programs globally for independent authors, publishers, and illustrators, recognised Eye of the Turtle by Gloria Barnett as the Chapter Book category winner – 2025.

 ‘Eye of the Turtle’ has also received the Literary Titan Gold 5-star Award.

 

Illustrator: Cover by Florian Garbay

Series: The Lucy Morgan Adventures Series

Formats available: Paperback, eBook

First published: March 16, 2020

Target age range: 8-13+

ISBN: 978-1838064303

Reviews

Eye of the Turtle

It is an original concept with subject matter children can relate to. Children will be fascinated by the underwater world of beautiful creatures and the dangers of diving. They’ll relate to the friendships and compassion, using the characters as role models. An exceptional story.
(Barbara Sorby, former Manager of Sheffield School Library Service)

Barbara Sorby

What is special about the 'Lucy Morgan Adventure Series’?

‘Eye of the Turtle’ is a thrilling adventure about Lucy and her friends Jack and Solomon. It’s an exciting book and it is also a great idea to add in the pictures and information at the back of the book about the sea creatures she dives with. If you like books with cliff hangers everywhere look no further. I really enjoyed this book and I can’t wait to read the next one in the series.

Dylan (aged 10)

Literary Titan Review

‘Eye of the Turtle’ is a remarkable environmental fiction novel as its author, Gloria Barnett weaves a tale that is both entertaining and inspiring. The vivid storytelling and seamless integration of fascinating marine facts into the narrative leaves readers with a deeper appreciation for the wonders of the marine world and the urgency of protecting it. It will motivate young readers to reflect on their role in protecting the environment.
The ‘Eye of the Turtle’ is a testament to the power of storytelling to ignite passion, educate, and empower. A must read for all ages.’

Literary Titan Award

Reader Review

’Lucy is a girl who never gives up her fight for what she believes in. She shows we can make adults aware of problems and children can make a difference to the planet.’

(Esme, age 9)

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