by Robert D. San Souci, illustrated by Max Ginsburg
When the rain keep coming, and the water kept rising, fifteen-year-old Kate Shelley knew she had to act quick. She threw on an old coat and ran out to the barn to save her family's horses and cows, driving them to higher ground.
Later that evening, when she heard a terrible crashing noise, she knew the train bridge crossing the raging creek nearby had given way under the weight of a locomotive engine. Without a second thought, she grabbed a lantern and ran out to try to reach the station in time to alert them to the danger, and save the lives of passengers coming through on the late night express, due in an hour.
Robert D. San Souci's reputation as preeminent children's book author is well deserved, and his talent is on display in this book. He captures the drama and excitement of this tale of bravery, making this a powerful story for all readers. Max Ginsburg's beautiful paintings bring the story to life on the page, from the thrilling scenes of Kate crawling across the bridge over the tempestuous river, to the heartwarming images of Kate's family life before and after her death-defying feat of bravery.
Kate Shelley: Bound for Legend (Amazon / Library) earns the Self-Rescuing Princess Society seal of approval for sharing the story of a brave young woman jumped at the chance to help others, even at the risk of her own life. It's told in language that younger children can understand, making it an excellent storytime choice as well as a great book for middle grade readers.
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