~ Trade Paperback, Graphic Novel
I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916: The Graphic Novel
Just when Chet Roscow has finally settled into life in his uncle's little New Jersey town, there are reports of a massive shark attacking swimmers in the ocean along the Jersey Shore, not far from where he and his friends like to cool off on these hot summer days . . .
A thrilling graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's bestselling I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916, with text adapted by Georgia Ball and art by Haus Studio that makes for a completely immersive reading experience for young readers interested in history. Based on the real life events of the Jersey Shore shark attacks this graphic novel adaptation combines historical facts with high-action storytelling, as well as provides a nonfiction section at the end with historical photos and facts about real-life shark attacks.
"When disaster strikes, heroes are made. Lauren Tarshis crafts a dramatic, emotionally intense tale that will hold the interest of even the most reluctant readers." -- Kirkus