Rescue at the Reef
The Miraculous True Story of a Little Boy with Big Faith
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- $14.99
Publisher Description
In the vein of #1 New York Times bestseller Soul Surfer, this inspiring story of loss and resilience follows the Reeder family after a horrific shark attack.
A two-week vacation to the Florida Keys meant Mary and Jameson Sr. could share the beauty of their favorite turquoise-blue waters with their four children. On that serene day at Looe Key Reef, their oldest, ten-year-old Jameson Jr., was swimming among the marine life, capturing breathtaking footage of a sea turtle when a massive bull shark attacked.
Nine miles from shore and even farther from a hospital, their son weakening, the Reeders prayed for help—and it came through a miraculous chain of events.
Rescue at the Reef is the true story of a young boy who defied death with an unshakable faith in the power of Jesus to save him. Even in immense suffering, he focused on caring for those around him, so much that it surprised even hospital staff. His unshakeable peace made an impact on patients and visitors, and his story quickly spread, drawing the attention of strangers and the media.
With reflections on faith, suffering, and the hidden gifts that often go unnoticed, Rescue at the Reef is a living reminder that with God, even the most fearsome challenges can be faced—and conquered. This unforgettable story will leave you on the edge of your seat, inspired by the ripple effects of hope that overcome impossible odds.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Jameson and Mary Catherine Reeder debut with a hopeful, effervescent account of how their son, Jameson Reeder Jr., survived a shark attack. In 2022, the Reeder family was vacationing at the beach on Looe Key, Fla., when an aggressive bull shark attacked 10-year-old Jameson Jr., tearing nearly all the flesh from his right lower leg. A frantic race to save his life ensued, punctuated by small moments of good fortune: a faster boat waiting nearby sped Jameson Jr. to shore and into a waiting helicopter, a nurse from another boat appeared with a state-of-the-art first-aid kit, and Jameson Jr. was able to remain calm en route to the hospital and through the medical odyssey that followed. As he recovered—enduring four surgeries in the course of three weeks and adjusting to a new prosthetic leg—his positive attitude and faith inspired hospital workers and strangers alike. Without downplaying the horrors of their son's recovery, the authors highlight how he's become a source of strength for others, observing that the "stories God gives us may not be the stories we would choose for ourselves, but when they're handed to us, we become God's stewards." Earnest and openhearted, this inspires.
