The Season of Impossible Dreams (New Dreams, Bk 1)

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One Tree Hill meets Off Campus.

Elle le Blanc and Cayne Cook are outstanding junior basketball athletes playing for the same club. People “in the know” say they’re going “all the way”– Olympics, World Championships, the NBA and the WNBA. And scholarship offers to the best colleges in America are tantalisingly close. But beneath the talent and the hype are two teenagers trying to find their way. It’s their final year of school and any number of family problems could derail their dreams, including Elle’s depressed mum and Cayne’s controlling dad. And then there’s their relationship; they’ve known each other for so long, they can’t hide their truths. But when Matt Thorn comes into the picture, things change forever. 

“The characters stayed in my heart long after I finished the book.” Julie Gormly.

CONTENT WARNING:

This work of fiction contains themes that may be distressing to some readers, including parental physical and emotional abuse, an attempted suicide, depression, drug abuse, and teen miscarriage. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please utilise the support resources listed below or contact your local emergency services.

If you are in Australia, free and confidential support is available 24/7 through these resources:

  • In an immediate emergency: Call Triple Zero (000)
  • Kids Helpline (Ages 5–25): Call 1800 55 1800 or visit kidshelpline.com.au
  • 1800RESPECT (Abuse & Domestic Violence): Call 1800 737 732 or text 0458 737 732
  • Lifeline (Crisis Support): Call 13 11 14

 


Reviews

The characters stayed in my heart long after I finished the book.” Julie Gormly.

“I thoroughly enjoyed The Season of Impossible Dreams. Marianne de Pierres’ writing is very intelligent. I found the characters authentic & relatable. The structure of the novel with short, succinct chapters pushed the story forward. Without giving too much away, the handling of the DV & other issues were done with respect. There was a lot of truth and authenticy in her writing.” Elizabeth Morris, Goodreads.

“Finally! A great fictional story that encompasses the burgeoning junior Australian basketball scene, whilst acknowledging the competitive endgame of getting a scholarship in America. Any person who grew up around the game, or has been involved in the game at the junior level will love the ease with which Marianne is able to tick many of the familiar boxes, from not wearing your boots to the gym, to Coach commanding drills as a penalty. The primary characters map easily to central roles on every team, whilst gradually revealing individual personalities that engage the reader as romance, hardship and tragedy unfold in a very real and engaging drama. An absolute pleasure to read, and so compelling I had to read in one sitting!” Steve Mellor, Goodreads.

The Season of Impossible Dreams follows the lives of a group of high school seniors trying their best to achieve their dreams while ‘real life’ just keeps getting in the way. The story deals with concerns around trauma and mental health thoughtfully and compassionately. Highly recommended.” Deb Gates,Goodreads.

“Loved this book so much I read it twice! Not usually into sports-related themes but this was obviously written by someone very familiar with the game, which brought the action to life. High school sports stars in regional Australia battle through relationship and family issues while trying to score their big break in international basketball. Secrets complicate friendships and team alliances, while others come back to haunt them from their parents’ generation. The biggest secret of all nearly gets someone killed. The characters were well-written and realistic. Their problems were relatable and the story-line compelling. I wouldn’t be surprised if this ends up as a movie or mini-series. The characters stayed in my heart long after I finished the book.” Julie Gormly, Goodreads.

 

Awards

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Peacemaker - Aurealis Award
Best Science Fiction Novel 2014

Curtin University Distinguished Alumni Award 2014

Transformation Space - Aurealis Award
 Best Science Fiction Novel 2010

Sharp Shooter - Davitt Award
Best Crime Novel 2009 (Sisters in Crime Australia) 

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