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Tom Welton's never done anything in his life that he's been proud of. But a chance rescue of a girl off the Suffolk coast seems to offer him the opportunity to change all that, and soon Tom finds himself risking everything to save her.
Quick Summary
Tom Welton, a young man who feels he's never done anything worthy in his life, gets a chance at redemption when he rescues a girl off the Suffolk coast in England and finds himself risking everything to save her. The book explores themes of redemption, moral courage, and what it means to stand up for something important when given the opportunity. If your kid likes "The Last of the Mohicans" or other stories about ordinary people becoming heroes through brave actions, they'll love this tale of transformation. With an AR Level of 4.8 and 7.0 points, this 46,000-word novel is perfect for high school students in grades 9-12 who enjoy character-driven survival rescue stories.