The bestselling and Sibert Honor—winning creators of The Book of Turtles brings us the true story of a snapping turtle's extraordinary journey—and the amazing conservationists who helped give him a second chance. This feel-good, gorgeously illustrated story about beating the odds is complete with inspiring back matter and photos. Here is the true story of a very lucky turtle. His story began long ago when he was hatched from a very small egg on an autumn day. After decades of traveling between his summer pond behind the firehouse and his winter pond across the street, he never could have guessed that on one October day he would become unlucky... The amazing friends and challenges he met along the way are all chronicled by the Sibert Honor—winning duo behind The Book of Turtles in this tribute to the resilience and good luck of their dear friend, a very lucky turtle indeed. Detailed back matter includes an author's note, information about snapping turtles, and reader resources for how to save injured turtles.
"Narrator and author Sy Montgomery chronicles the life of Fire Chief, a 42-pound snapping turtle who is struck by a car while moving from his habitat at the fire station to his other habitat, where he was expected to spend the new season. Montgomery's passion for Fire Chief, and all turtles, is clear in her narration as she describes the organizations that can help them. The downloadable pdf that accompanies the audiobook will be appreciated by young conservationists who wish to learn more about turtle rehabilitation. Listeners and turtle activists alike will root for Fire Chief as he works to heal and regain his strength on his long journey to recovery. M.D. � AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine"
