Raised in Hawaii, Bethany Hamilton loved the outdoors and adventures with her friends and siblings, but most of all she loved surfing. One quiet morning, while waiting for a wave, a fourteen-foot tiger shark attacked her, severing her arm. Rushed to a hospital, the thirteen-year-old girl decided she would surf again. And she did, three weeks after the accident. Overcoming all her fears and physical disadvantages, she went on to compete in surfing championships around the world, inspiring millions of people with her determination and faith to keep riding the waves. (1990–)
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The Heroes for Young Readers collection presents the amazing life of Bethany Hamilton with beautiful illustrations and impactful stories for the whole family.
