Book details

  • Genre:young adult nonfiction
  • Sub-genre:Social Topics / Friendship
  • Age Range (years):13 and up
  • Language:English
  • Pages:200
  • Paperback ISBN:9781098371807

Sketching Sunsets

By Mia Bompensa

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Overview


"Sketching Sunsets" tells the story of Fourteen-year-old Molly Miranda as she spends the summer at a lake house with her parents, their friends, and their kids. For Molly, spending another summer at the lake house with so many people was far from ideal. At first glance, their kids seemed exactly how she remembered them. There was carefree Amber, reserved Katie, self-absorbed Caleb, and the unpredictable twins. From her previous experience with this crew, she knew it wasn't going to be a typical summer. However, as Molly spends more time with everyone, she begins to realize that not everyone is how they seem. As the years go by, Molly uses this experience to grow and to reflect upon herself as well. With every experience at the lake house, unexpected surprises unlock new chapters in her life. More and more she discovers what lies within her, and with some help from her friends, she realizes the truth about herself and what she is afraid of.

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Description


"Sketching Sunsets" tells the story of Fourteen-year-old Molly Miranda as she spends the Summer at a lake house with her parents, their friends, and their kids. For Molly, spending another Summer at the lake house with so many people was far from ideal. At first glance, their kids seemed exactly how she remembered them. There was carefree Amber, reserved Katie, self-absorbed Caleb, and the unpredictable twins. From her previous experience with this crew, she knew it wasn't going to be a typical summer. However, as Molly spends more time with everyone, she begins to realize that not everyone is how they seem. As the years go by, Molly uses this experience to grow and to reflect upon herself as well. With every experience at the lake house, unexpected surprises unlock new chapters in her life. More and more she discovers what lies within her, and with some help from her friends, she realizes the truth about herself and what she is afraid of. This is a must-read story about growth and personal development. This book reminds readers that each experience in life brings opportunities for us to grow and learn more about the very foundation of who we are. This is a true coming of age novel that inspires young readers to look within themselves as they continue their life's journey.
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About The Author


Mia Bompensa has never shied away from a creative outlet. Whether it's painting a snowy mountain range, performing in a musical, or writing a song for a friend, her passion to explore other creative avenues is boundless. With her debut coming of age novel, "Sketching Sunsets", her young characters find themselves dealing with the ups and downs of friendships, family, and love.
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