At the Lake
At the Lake by Geoff Laughton, published by Dreamspinner Press on February 26, 2015, is a contemporary young adult fiction that explores themes of family, love, and personal growth. This first edition spans 190 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Shane Martinelli, a lifeguard at a summer camp in the Adirondacks, and William Houghton, a reluctant camper who feels abandoned by his father. Their paths cross when Shane offers to teach William how to swim, leading to a dramatic rescue during a storm that changes their lives.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into the complexities of young love and the challenges of personal circumstances. As both boys return to camp the following summer, they navigate their growing attraction amidst the realities of their lives. The story touches on various topics, including LGBTQ themes and the dynamics of friendship and romance in a contemporary setting. The backdrop of camping and outdoor activities adds depth to their journey, culminating in a pivotal week at William’s family home in the Hamptons that will test the strength of their relationship.
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Shane Martinelli and William Houghton come from very different backgrounds. They meet at a high-end summer camp in the Adirondacks, where Shane works as a lifeguard to earn some money and begin saving for college. William is one of the guests, and he doesn’t want to be there. As far as William knows, his father only dumped him at the camp so he could spend time with his latest mistress. When Shane figures out William can’t swim, he offers to teach him. William enthusiastically responds, but when an unexpected storm blows in, William is caught in the water and Shane comes to his rescue. They barely reach shore before lightning strikes the dock–close enough to damage Shane’s hearing. The following summer both boys return to the camp. Shane doesn’t let his use of hearing aids stand in his way. William is now a counselor-in-training. The attraction between them is undeniable, but how can they possibly make it work? Once camp is over, a week at William’s family home in the Hamptons will determine if the love that bloomed at the lake can survive in the real world.
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