Up for Air
Up for Air by Laurie Morrison, published by Harry N. Abrams on May 7, 2019, is a middle-grade novel that explores themes of competitive swimming, friendship, and self-discovery. The story follows thirteen-year-old Annabelle, who excels in the pool but struggles academically. When she is invited to join the high school swim team, her life takes a turn as she navigates new friendships and the pressures of fitting in.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into the complexities of adolescence, including the challenges of changing relationships and the quest for self-worth. As Annabelle grapples with her identity and the consequences of her choices, the book addresses social themes relevant to young readers. With a page count of 304, this edition is presented in English and captures the essence of middle school experiences through relatable characters and situations.
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Dive into Laurie Morrison’s Up for Air, a middle-grade novel about competitive swimming, changing friendships, and finding your place.
Thirteen-year-old Annabelle struggles in school, no matter how hard she tries. But as soon as she dives into the pool, she’s unstoppable. She’s the fastest girl on the middle school swim team, and when she’s asked to join the high school team over the summer, everything changes.
Suddenly, she’s got new friends, and a high school boy starts treating her like she’s somebody special–and Annabelle thinks she’ll finally stand out in a good way. She’ll do anything to fit in and help the team make it to the Labor Day Invitational, even if it means blowing off her old friends. But after a prank goes wrong, Annabelle is abandoned by the older boy and can’t swim. Who is she without the one thing she’s good at?
Heartwarming and relatable, Up for Air is a story about where we find our self-worth.
“Morrison, a former teacher, realistically captures the challenges of middle school–complicated family dynamics, volatile friendships, and first love–in this story about a girl struggling to find where she belongs.” —Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)
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