A Matter of Heart

"A novel that will make your heart pound--anxiously, joyfully, triumphantly."--"New York Times" Bestselling Author, Lauren Myracle. Readers will happily sink into this emotionally grounded, contemporary young adult novel about the sudden end of one girl s Olympic swimming dreams and the struggles sh [...]
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"A novel that will make your heart pound--anxiously, joyfully, triumphantly."--"New York Times" Bestselling Author, Lauren Myracle. Readers will happily sink into this emotionally grounded, contemporary young adult novel about the sudden end of one girl s Olympic swimming dreams and the struggles she endures before realizing there are many things that define who we are.
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 that s defined her entire life. Praise for "A Matter of Heart:
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"This engaging andfast-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 benched. . . An enjoyable read even for couch potatoes."-"-Kirkus"
"More than a sports novel, this book delves deep into issues of identity how we identify ourselves separately from what we do well and the importance of support systems while making life-altering decisions.Give this to fans of Catherine Gilbert Murdock s Dairy Queen series"--"School Library Journal
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