Sergeant Reckless

Animals to the Rescue #2

by Emma Carlson Berne, Francesca Rosa (Illustrator)

The legendary tale of Sergeant Reckless comes to life in this heavily illustrated nonfiction chapter book series perfect for fans of Ranger in Time! Born to be racehorse in Seoul, Korea, Reckless was always destined for greatness. Then the Korean War began in 1950, and those dreams were dashed. But when Reckless was bought by a group of US Marines to work on the frontlines, it quickly became clear that this little mare had the heart of a hero. This action-packed series explores the stories of real-life animal heroes who saved the day! With black-and-white art throughout and dramatic storytelling, readers are taken on an exciting journey they won't soon forget. Fans of Ranger in Time will devour these true tales of incredible animal heroes!

96 pages, Paperback

Published October 18, 2022

About the author

Emma Carlson Berne is the author of the YA thrillers STILL WATERS and NEVER LET YOU GO (coming Fall 2012 from Simon & Schuster). She has also written the thrillers FIGMENT and CHOKER under the pen name Elizabeth Woods. She lives and writes in Cincinnati. Learn more about Emma and contact her directly at her website, www.emmacarlsonberne.com. Or check out Emma Carlson Berne Books on http://www.facebook.com/EmmaCarlsonBe... or follow her on Twitter.

Reviews

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sergeant Reckless (Animals to the Rescue #2) by Emma Carlson Berne is a great youth historical fiction inspired by true events that is the second book in the Animals to the Rescue series.

This was such a cute, informative, and entertaining novel. I chose to read this chapter book before allowing my 7 year old son read it.

Reckless was a real hero, a real horse that was incorporated into the Marines during the Korean War, and it was fascinating and so inspiring to read his story of accomplishment, talent, and heroism.

I know my son will love this. Highly recommend.

Thank you EW and Scholastic Press for this wonderful arc and in return I am submitting my unbiased and voluntary review and opinion.

I am posting this review to my GR and Bookbub accounts immediately and will post it to my Amazon, Instagram, and B&N accounts upon publication on 10/18/22.

[Bethe · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’ve read this series’s Balto book and enjoyed the readability and format of the “animal biographies”. I’ve also read the picture book about Sergeant Reckless and knew I’d enjoy this longer version of his life. Engaging illustrations, easy to read text, bibliography, and time line. Wonder if there is any recognition in Korea for this brave little horse?

[Tiffany (Work Kids N Books) · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book for young readers! It gives historical information in a way that is engaging and fun. My kiddos loved it!