Elsewhere Girls

Discover 'Elsewhere Girls', an engaging B-format paperback that transports readers on a journey through time, exploring the lives of two girls from different eras. In this delightful 2021 release by The Text Publishing Company, the story unfolds as Cat, a scholarship athlete in modern-day Sydney, navigates her intense training and the strict expectations of sports. Meanwhile, Fanny, a passionate swimmer from 1908, struggles against societal pressures and limited opportunities for girls. When a mystical twist of fate allows these two girls to swap lives, they face challenges that resonate across generations. This compelling narrative is not only moving but also highlights the ongoing struggles young women face in both historical and contemporary contexts. With 320 pages filled with humor and heart, 'Elsewhere Girls' explores themes of friendship, resilience, and empowerment. Perfect for young adult readers and fans of inspirational stories, this book promises an unforgettable experience and reflection on the role of sports and swimming in shaping one's identity. Order now and enjoy FREE shipping on this must-read novel that blends history and modernity beautifully. Immerse yourself in the world of 'Elsewhere Girls' and find inspiration on every page!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781922330451
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: The Text Publishing Company
Pages: 320


Description:
It's midnight and I'm alone in the kitchen eating a cold potato scallop. Coach O'Call would say something like, 'That's not what I expect from a scholarship girl!' because I have to be up for squad training in five hours and I'm not supposed to go near potato scallops, and-oh, yeah-it's my fifth.

Cat has recently started at a new school on a sports scholarship, and she's feeling the pressure of early morning training sessions and the need for total commitment. Fanny loves to swim and she lives for racing, but family chores and low expectations for girls make it very hard for her to fit in even the occasional training session.

Cat and Fanny have never met. They both live in the same Sydney suburb, but in different worlds, or at least different times- Cat in current-day Sydney, and Fanny in 1908. But one day, time slips and they swap places.

As each girl lives the other's life, with all the challenges and confusion it presents, she comes to appreciate and understand herself and the role of swimming in her own life.

Narrated in alternating chapters by Cat and Fanny, Elsewhere Girls is a moving and funny story of two girls with a deep connection, one based on the Australian Olympic champion, Fanny Durack. It's a fresh and engaging exploration of the challenges and pressures for young women growing up in the past and today.


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