Lighthouse Ladies: Shining a Spotlight on Hardy Heroines [Hardcover]

The derring-do ofShark Ladymeets the inspiration ofMae Among the Starsin the true stories of four intrepid and diverse women of history as they battle weather and waves to save sailors at sea. Kris Coronado's debut nonfiction picture book, perfect for fans ofHello, Lighthouse,is brilliantly illustrated by Islenia Mil.

Ahoy!To man a lighthouse over a century ago in America required guts, courage, and bravery. It was a job tackled by hundreds every day, many of whom . . . were not men! This true tale chronicles the amazing feats of four fascinating women. Each real lighthouse lady featured in this book—whether she’s on a wind-walloped Hawaiian clifftop or an icy channel off the Virginia coast—shows that girl power was around long before it became a popular phrase. 

★ Inspiring episodes from the lives of four admirable women are well told in lively, smartly paced rhyming prose. Dramatic, deep-toned artwork grabs readers’ attention with precisely detailed but sweeping graphic spreads. True tales of daring and dedication!

★ This fascinating nonfiction debut upends the idea that only men helmed lighthouses during their heyday . . . illustrations offer astonishing viewpoints from inside and out, putting readers right in the middle of the action. A wonderful addition to lighthouse lore. -Booklist (starred review)