Soul Surfer- All Info

Author’s Background

“Bethany Hamilton has become a source of inspiration to millions through her story of faith, determination, and hope.” According to her own website she was born into a family of surfers on February 8, 1990, on the island of Kauai, Hawaii, where she began surfing at a young age. She entered her first competition at the age of eight, where she won both short and long board divisions. “This sparked a love for surf competition within her spirit.” Bethany tells her own life story in her website… she was attacked by a 14-foot tiger shark while surfing off Kauai’s North shore when she was only thirteen years old, on October 31, 2003. According to Bethany, she lost over 60% of her blood and the attack left her with a severed left arm. She went through several surgeries and she was then “on her way to recovery with an unbelievably positive attitude.” “Lifeguards and doctors believe her strong water sense and faith in God helped get her through the traumatic ordeal.” Bethany went on to continue pursuing her goal to become a professional surfer, just one month after the attack. This was a miracle! She continued to enter and excel in many competitions. “Since losing her arm, Bethany’s story has been told in hundreds of media outlets and she has been recognized with numerous awards, public appearances, and various speaking engagements.”

Novel Time Period

Hamilton shared her life story in October 2004 in her autobiography named Soul Surfer. Her book was made into a major motion picture which was released theatrically in April 2011. Bethany has also written several other inspirational books. According to Bethany, her parents instilled their faith in Jesus Christ from a young age. “Bethany’s foundation of faith has been her backbone; her source of truth, hope, and strength.”

Novel Synopsis

Soul Surfer: “A true story of faith, family, and fighting to get back on the board by Bethany Hamilton.” “Soul Surfer” is an inspiring story of a girl who lost...