Description
In September 1900, ten-year-old Josephine is visiting her cousins in Galveston, Texas when a massive hurricane strikes without warning. As winds reach catastrophic speeds and storm surge floods the island, Josephine must use her courage and quick thinking to survive one of the deadliest hurricanes ever to hit the United States.
Through Josephine’s eyes, readers experience the terror and devastation of this historic disaster that killed thousands. Lauren Tarshis brings the harrowing events to life while weaving in historical facts about the hurricane, the city of Galveston, and the resilience of its people. This gripping survival story teaches young readers about one of America’s greatest natural disasters while celebrating the strength of the human spirit.
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