Book details
Learning to Swim
Description
Seventeen-year-old Steffie Rogers is not happy. Her mother, Barbie, has been suffering from love lunacy since before Steffie was evenborn. What is love lunacy? It's what happens to her mom when she has affairs with married men. The first stage is the Secret Smile and the last stage occurs when the relationship falls apart: Barbie picks another town in Maryland and they move, which they've done 14 times.Now Steffie lives on Jones Island and is working as a maid at a country club over the summer (long story). She's in love with handsome lifeguard Keith McKnight, but he already has a girlfriend. When Keith offers to teach Steffie how to swim, she finds herself in his arms and fighting the symptoms of love lunacy. But with the help of her feisty, older friend Alice, she's determined not to drown in her mother's problems.Still, Steffie is about to discover that swimming against the current isn't so easy.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Age
12-18
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
224 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Plot: 'Learning to Swim' offers readers an intriguing and suspenseful storyline that keeps them engaged from start to finish. The plot twists and emotional depth of the characters make it a compelling read.
- Relatable Characters: Cheryl Klam creates characters that are well-developed and relatable. Readers may see aspects of themselves in the protagonist's journey, making the reading experience more personal and impactful.
- Themes of Growth and Resilience: The book explores themes such as personal growth, overcoming adversity, and resilience. These universal themes can inspire readers to reflect on their own lives and challenges.
- Entertaining and Thought-Provoking: 'Learning to Swim' is not only entertaining but also prompts readers to think about important life lessons. The balance of entertainment with meaningful content makes it a worthwhile read.