From Jennifer Li Shotz, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Max, comes the second action-packed installment of the Hero series, a thrilling survival story for kids. This time, the retired search-and-rescue dog is called to action during a hurricane.
When a dangerous hurricane strikes town and Jack and his puppy, Scout, go missing, retired search-and-rescue dog Hero is the only one who can track them down.
Hero and his human, Ben, set off into the woods, but when the storm surges out of control, the group is suddenly trapped with no way out. Now it’s up to Hero to get everyone home safe and sound. Together, Hero and Ben fight for their lives in this middle grade adventure—but can Hero battle his way past alligators, mudslides, and raging floods?
Join Hero for another epic adventure and discover what a brave dog will do to save his best friend.
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Jennifer Li Shotz is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Max: Best Friend. Hero. Marine., about the coolest war dog ever. Among other things, Jen has written about sugar addiction, stinky shoes, and sports-related concussions. A Los Angeles native, she graduated from Vassar and has an MFA in nonfiction from Columbia. She lives with her family in Brooklyn, where she is campaigning hard to get a rescued pup. For the occasional tweet, follow her @jenshotz.
“I recommend this book to every kid who is out there who can read books.” --Grant - Age 10 - Kids' BookBuzz (blog)
“The story moves quickly as the action is well-paced... [kids] will enjoy the plot, the excitement, and, of course, the dog.” - Huffington Post
“This would be a good choice for a reluctant reader or anyone who loves books about dogs.” - Huffington Post
