Slam
Slam by Nick Hornby, published by Penguin Books in 2008, is a contemporary novel that follows the life of sixteen-year-old Sam, a passionate skateboarder. As he navigates the challenges of adolescence, including college aspirations and a budding relationship with Alicia, Sam’s life takes an unexpected turn due to a significant accident. This event forces him to confront adult responsibilities and the complexities of growing up.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of family life and the struggles of youth. The story delves into Sam’s journey as he grapples with the consequences of his actions and the pressures of maturity. With 292 pages, this edition presents a detailed look at the trials faced by a young man on the brink of adulthood, capturing the essence of contemporary life and the challenges that accompany it.
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‘There was this time when everything seemed to have come together. And so obviously it was time to go and screw it all up.’
Sam is sixteen and a skater. Just so there are no terrible misunderstandings- skating = skateboarding. There’s no ice. Life is ticking along nicely for Sam- his mum’s got rid of her rubbish boyfriend, he’s thinking about college and he’s met someone. Alicia.
Then a little accident happens. One with big consequences for someone just finding his way in life. Sam can’t run (let alone skate) away from this one. He’s a boy facing a man’s problems and the question is – has he got what it takes to confront them?
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