Sun and Water
Sun and Water by Craig Wallenbrock is a historical fiction novel published by Teitelbaum Publishing on December 31, 2019. This 376-page book is written in English and explores the life of Corey Jameson, a popular high school senior and star athlete with a promising future ahead of him. Set against the backdrop of a conservative community during the Vietnam War era, Corey’s idyllic life is disrupted by the looming possibility of a military draft, prompting him to navigate the complexities of his values and relationships.
Readers will find that the narrative delves into themes of friendship and coming of age as Corey grapples with his identity and the influence of his elderly neighbors, Hank and Millie Vincent. As he mentors Joey, a young boy facing his own challenges, Corey embarks on a journey of self-discovery that reveals the uncertainties of life and the importance of guidance from others. This edition presents a thoughtful exploration of personal growth and the impact of mentorship within the context of historical events.
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Corey Jameson, a popular high school senior, star athlete, with a baseball scholarship at San Diego State, is leading an idyllic life in the quiet, conservative community of San Marino. His world is turned upside down with the possibility of a military draft during the time of Vietnam. Corey’s only journey outside his parents’ values, was his exposure to the pre-sixties, hippie precursor lifestyle of the California surfer, and his friendship and fascination with elderly neighbors, Hank and Millie Vincent. Corey comes of age trying to find his own values.He realizes the importance of Hank and Millie as mentors. At the same time, he is forced into being a mentor for Joey, a thirteen-year old street gamin, deserted by his father, and neglected by his mother.Corey enters in a journey of self-discovery whereby he learns that not all questions have satisfactory answers, and at times you must travel forward without the certainty of purpose.
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