I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916 by Lauren Tarshis

There’s something about a shark story that makes the sea air feel just a little bit saltier, isn’t there? This thrilling graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis’s New York Times bestselling I Survived series brings a true piece of American history roaring to life, with text adapted by Georgia Ball and vivid art by Haus Studio.

Meet Chet Roscow. He’s finally settling into his uncle’s sleepy little New Jersey town, spending hot summer days cooling off in the creek with three brand-new friends. Life is good.

Then the news breaks. A massive shark is attacking swimmers along the Jersey Shore, just miles from where Chet is staying. Fear ripples through town. So when Chet spots a gray fin slicing through the creek, surely it’s just his imagination running wild. There’s no way he’s about to come face-to-face with a killer shark… right?

Based on the real Jersey Shore shark attacks of 1916, this fast-paced adventure blends genuine historical facts with heart-pounding storytelling. It’s the kind of book that keeps young readers glued to the pages, whether they’re curled up on a rainy afternoon or racing through it in a single sitting.

Perfect for graphic novel lovers and longtime fans of the I Survived chapter books alike. And here’s a little something extra: the back of the book includes a nonfiction section packed with historical photos and fascinating facts about the real events.

A wonderful pick for our middle-grade readers, ages 8 to 12. Come browse, linger a while, and let this one hook you.

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