A Matter of Heart

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A Matter of Heart

"A novel that will make your heart pound--anxiously, joyfully, triumphantly."--New York Times Bestselling Author, Lauren Myracle.Â

Readers will happily sink into this emotionally grounded, contemporary young adult novel about the sudden end of one girlâ€™s Olympic swimming dreams and the struggles she endures before realizing there are many things that define who we are.
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Sixteen-year-old Abby Lipman is on track to win the state swim championships and qualify for the Olympic trials when a fainting incident at a swim meet leads to the diagnosis of a deadly heart condition. Now Abby is forced to discover who she is without the one thing thatâ€™s defined her entire life.

Praise for A Matter of Heart:Â

"This engaging andÂ fast-paced read expertly paints the world of high-school sports and the single-minded focus and commitment that some high-school athletes can have."--Booklist

Dominy's excellent use of dialogue firmly grounds the novel in contemporary times. The setting thrives on details, showcasing excellent research. . . . This is recommended for Chris Lynch fans, swimming fans, and anyone interested in warning teens about the dangers of HCM.--VOYA

"This is a solid look at an elite athlete who gets benchedÂ . . . An enjoyable read even for couch potatoes."--KirkusÂ

"More than a sports novel, this book delves deep into issues of identityâ€”how we identify ourselves separately from what we do wellâ€”and the importance of support systems while making life-altering decisions.Â Give this to fans of Catherine Gilbert Murdockâ€™s â€œDairy Queenâ€ series"--School Library JournalÂ

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Country USA
Manufacturer Delacorte Press
Binding Hardcover
ReleaseDate 2015-05-12
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780385744430

Country	USA
Manufacturer	Delacorte Press
Binding	Hardcover
ReleaseDate	2015-05-12
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780385744430

A Matter of Heart

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