Over My Head
Over My Head by Marie Lamba, published by Lamba Associates, Incorporated on June 27, 2011, is a young adult novel that follows Sang Jumnal as she navigates the complexities of her summer before senior year. With plans that include facing her fear of swimming through kiddy lessons, Sang’s summer takes unexpected turns as she develops feelings for lifeguard Cameron Cerulli, confronts her father’s disapproval, and uncovers a family secret involving disappearing money and a beloved uncle.
Readers will find a narrative filled with excitement and drama as Sang grapples with the challenges of young love and family dynamics. The story explores themes relevant to juvenile fiction, particularly within the context of Asian American and Pacific Islander experiences. With 298 pages, this edition presents a vivid portrayal of a summer that tests Sang’s resilience and emotional growth, ultimately leading her to confront whether she will sink or swim in the face of life’s uncertainties.
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Sang Jumnal jumps into the summer before her senior year with big plans. But she didn’t plan on facing her fear of swimming by taking a series of humiliating kiddy lessons. Or falling hard for lifeguard Cameron Cerulli, who is either the guy of her dreams or a player out to stomp on her heart. Or fighting with her dad, who bans her from seeing Cameron. Or discovering a huge secret her parents have been keeping about disappearing money and a favorite Indian uncle. Suddenly Sang’s summer is overflowing with excitement and drama. And she’s teetering on the dangerous brink of true love. Will she sink or swim? OVER MY HEAD is a steamy summertime novel filled with sticky situations and a twist that will melt your heart. Praise for OVER MY HEAD: “Marie Lamba brings a fresh, new, and very authentic voice to this fabulous young adult novel. Coming of age has never been done so well!” – L. A. Banks, New York Times best-selling author of THE VAMPIRE HUNTRESS LEGENDS series”Marie Lamba strikes gold with OVER MY HEAD – a funny, touching, and at times heart-breaking young adult novel about the search for love. Gorgeous prose, deep insights and a wonderfully rewarding read. Highly recommended!” – New York Times bestseller Jonathan Maberry
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