First published 2014
When a bomber crashes into the Pacific, bombardier Louis Zamperini clings to a raft and drifts into a harrowing odyssey of starvation, shark attacks, and relentless Japanese pursuit. Zamperini's remarkable resilience and defiance in the face of unfathomable cruelty make this an unforgettable tale of human endurance.
Genres: survival, historical-fiction, 20th-century, military-fiction, adventure, non-fiction
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, thought-provoking
Tropes: against-all-odds, perseverance
Setting: United States, Japan, Pacific Area
Period: World War II
320 pages · Paperback · Random House Children's Books
Content warnings: violence