I Survived: I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005 (Series #03) (Hardcover)

from sweetiegherkin

Barry and his family try to evacuate from their New Orleans home when they hear how bad Hurricane Katrina is predicted to be, but circumstances stop them from doing so ... and soon they will learn firsthand just how awful this storm is. So for many years now, I've been seeing these "I Survive" bo...

from trayceetee

Another well-written "I Survived" story. My son and I felt this one started off a bit slowly, but then it picked up the pace and became very engaging. While I definitely remember Hurricane Katrina, I live in the Midwest and wasn't directly affected by it. Still, I do recall worrying about all the...

from Sheila1957

This is a young boy's story of what happened when Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans. I could feel the fear he felt and how he tried to be brave. I enjoyed the history given and I was glad of the happy ending for him. I also enjoyed the facts given at the end of the book and the animal rescue story.

from benuathanasia

Even though Tarshis didn't spend much time on the build-up to Katrina, I like how she offered the different perspectives - there's an even divide between "this'll be nothing" and "CRAP! EVACUATE!!!" I also like that there wasn't a cliched reunion with Barry's savior.

from MASON545

I can't wait until the new book!!!