Soul Surfer is one of the most famous,
inspirational books. It is a true story about faith, strength, and family.
Bethany Hamilton is very passionate about surfing, as described "she was
born with salt water in her blood" and she practices the sport every hour
in her life. She has two brothers who help her; one is a surfing photographer
and the other is a body border. After a
shark attack on Halloween night, Bethany has to make a decision on whether to
give up her surfing life or continue on. Her best friend , Alana is very close
to her and supports her the whole time. In the book, Bethany explains how her
life has changed, how she was influenced by the attack, and some of the
greatest accomplishments she has done. I recommend the book to anyone specifically
teenagers and anyone who likes
non-fiction books. It is very moving and it teaches many great lessons. -Merna Kamel Period 12Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Soul Surfer by Bethany Hamilton
Soul Surfer is one of the most famous,
inspirational books. It is a true story about faith, strength, and family.
Bethany Hamilton is very passionate about surfing, as described "she was
born with salt water in her blood" and she practices the sport every hour
in her life. She has two brothers who help her; one is a surfing photographer
and the other is a body border. After a
shark attack on Halloween night, Bethany has to make a decision on whether to
give up her surfing life or continue on. Her best friend , Alana is very close
to her and supports her the whole time. In the book, Bethany explains how her
life has changed, how she was influenced by the attack, and some of the
greatest accomplishments she has done. I recommend the book to anyone specifically
teenagers and anyone who likes
non-fiction books. It is very moving and it teaches many great lessons. -Merna Kamel Period 12
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This sounds really interesting! I watched the movie last year and it was really touching. I remember seeing my sister read this book a long time ago and she told me it was good. I'll be sure to check it out!
ReplyDelete--Winnee Lee (Period 3)
I have always wanted to see the movie Soul Surfer, but now I think that I will read the book first. I have been told that it is a wonderful story and that it makes a person be thankful for what they have. I defiantly will consider reading this in the future!
ReplyDelete- Kersyn Wood
Period 2
This sounds like such a touching and inspirational book. I've seen the movie a few times and it always manages to touch my heart. Bethany Hamilton is such a strong girl and is a great role model to anyone who has faced obstacles in their lives. She proves that anything is possible and nothing should set you back from your dreams.
ReplyDelete-Carly Torrado (Period 4)
I saw the movie and documentary of Soul Surfer. Since this is nonfiction, I found Bethany Hamilton's story very inspiring. It teaches people to never give up because in the end we will achieve anything.
ReplyDelete-Janet Shin Pd. 4
I Would like to read this becuase its very inspirational. Being able to swim with just one arm is very talented and it shows nothing is impossible
ReplyDeleteJohn McHenry
This book sounds like and extremely interesting and touching story. I watched the movie a while ago and it was amazing. Bethany was a truly inspiring main character and I loved her story and the decisions that she made along the way. I am looking forward to reading this book because i think it is a great book to start off with if you do not read a lot of non-fiction. -Iman D.(Per. 3)
ReplyDeleteI've heard a lot about this book. My sister has read the book and has even met Bethany Hamilton and got her signature. I think her story is very inspirational but I've never been able to actually read her book. Maybe this summer --Monica Srivastava Period 7/8
ReplyDeleteThis non-fiction book is different in the way it makes the reader feel and think about certain situations. Bethany looks like a person that is determined to do anything no matter what obstacles come in her way. I feel like this book is very relatable to many people who have given up on a specific sport or dream. It would encourage them to keep going. Bethany was able to do a hard sport with one hand, I am sure we can do anything. Recently, I saw her on a show on NBC called The Biggest Loser. On the show, she was so inspiring and happy. She would always encourage others and believe in them. I believe everyone can learn a little something from Bethany.
ReplyDeleteSara E. Period 4
I have herd about this book and movie and true life story many times and its about time i read it. After reading your summary it just shows how brave and amazing this teenager was. It really interests me and it shows that what ever you can believe you can achieve if your put time and work in. Great Book.
ReplyDeleteJoshua Barkoff (Period 2)
I saw the movie and it was absolutely inspiring. I didn't know that this was a book, but the story is amazing and i would really like to give this book a try.]
ReplyDeleteJamie G. (Period 3)
I actually just watched this movie a little while ago. It was really good and the way Bethany made a come back was also really inspirational. I could never even imagine myself doing something like that if I had got my arm bitten off by a shark. I probably would still be hiding out in my room and had vowed to never go in the water again. I really want to read the book, while the movie was good, I think it would be neat to have a first hand account of the events and read how she personally felt.
ReplyDeleteJennifer Hoffman~Pd.:4