 | Beyond The Board: The Untold Story Of The World's Most Daring Big Wave Surfer Author: Gabeira, Maya | |
| Price: $14.99 | ||
Summary:
In this thrilling YA memoir, pro surfer Maya Gabeira tells the awe-inspiring true story of her journey from unstoppable teenager to the Guinness World Record–holding legend she is today.
Reviews:
Booklist (07/01/25)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 07/01/2025 Brazilian athlete Gabeira presents a firsthand look at her rise from a disaffected teen to a record-holding big wave surfer. As a child in Rio de Janeiro, Gabeira had little direction in her life before she discovered surfing as a young teen. Chasing waves provided the purpose and challenge she craved. By age 17, Gabeira had decided to go pro, fixing her focus on becoming one of the world's top female big wave surfers. Beyond the Board shares Gabeira's story by telling rather than showing, missing several opportunities for readers to immerse themselves in the scenes. Much of the plot is thus trailed by a vague sense of having missed something. That said, the book's fast pace, upbeat view, and heart-on-sleeve tone make it an engaging read about perseverance through a lesser-known yet worldwide sport. As fresh, fast, and fun as the waves Gabeira surfs, Beyond the Board is a solid addition to any YA biography bookshelf. - Copyright 2025 Booklist.
