WILDFIRE DAYS A Woman, a Hotshot Crew, and the Burning American West

When Kelly Ramsey moved to Northern California to fight wildfires, she was weighed down by more than just her gear. In her late 30s, she was a decade older than most of her crew--and the only woman to boot. But the toughness, humor, and youthful energy that sustained her comes through in her narration of her memoir. With an easygoing, personable tone, Ramsey takes listeners inside the drama of the job and also reveals vulnerability when sharing her own relationship struggles and personal doubts. Ramsey's writing chops are stronger than her narration, but her voice is undeniably authentic and will resonate with anyone who has shared similar struggles. D.B. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2025]