Forthcoming
Forthcoming contemporary YA fiction
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 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.
“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.
