Hideaway Cove invites the reader to experience a day - from sunrise to sunset - in a cove on the Pacific coast, with the story beginning and ending with the words: "In this forever moment, nothing stirs. The only sound is the gentle lap of water along the shoreline." A description of the time of day on one page is paired with the activity of an animal in the ecosystem on the facing page. Amazing watercolour illustrations depict animal interactions and the changing colours throughout the day. In each picture there is a clue to the featured animal on the next page. The reader not only learns the names of the marine animals but also their behaviours and appearances. Even more information is provided at the end of the book with facts about the Pacific coast eco-system. A labeled two page diagram of the cove's sea life and a list of ways to respect marine life add to the understanding of this unique ecosystem.