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Other teen novels--most strikingly Dreamland by Sarah Dessen--have shown dating violence from the point of view of a young girl trapped in an abusive relationship, but in Breathing Underwater, first-time novelist Alex Flinn tackles the difficult task of making us understand, if not sympathize with, the motivation of a violent young man. The story, like Rob Thomas's stylistically similar Rats Saw God, proceeds in two different time frames: the journal in which Nick relives the course of his tender but stormy love affair with Caitlin and the time after the restraining order, in which a desperate and friendless Nick struggles to understand and overcome his anger. This extraordinarily moving novel is highly relevant reading for all young men in our violence-prone society. (Ages 13 and older) --Patty Campbell
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Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. People think Nicks life is pretty easyhes popular, intelligent, and wealthy. The truth is, Nick has suffered in silence for years, never speaking of his fathers violent temper. When Nick meets Caitlin, he is finally able to forget about his problems and promises that hell never hurt her. But then everything changes. Nick must face the fact that hes gotten more from his father than green eyes and money.A critically acclaimed first novel that offers an honest and fresh look into how easy it is to turn into what you hate the most. Awards and praise for Breathing Underwater:An outstanding first novel. An important book. KLIATT (starred review)A quick and absorbing read. The situations and dialogue ring frighteningly true. ALA BooklistAlex Flinn has done it.capturing voice and circumstance to tell a riveting story that makes us all sit up and consider her truth. Chris Crutcher Publishers Weekly Flying Starts Author ALA Best Book for Young Adults New York Public Library Books for the Teen Age IRA/CBC Young Adults Choice Texas Library Association Tayshas High School Reading List ALA Quick Pick for Reluctant Young Adult Readers ALA Top 10 Best Book for Young Adults Book Sense Pick Sent to counseling for hitting his girlfriend, Caitlin, and ordered to keep a journal, sixteen-year-old Nick recounts his relationship with Caitlin, examines his controlling behavior and anger, and describes living with his abusive father. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780064472579
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