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Head of the River by Pip Harry revolves around twin siblings who are elite rowers, balancing the pressures of competitive sport with the challenges of their personal lives. As they strive for rowing success, they face emotional and physical hurdles that test their resilience, relationships, and identity. This young adult novel explores themes of determination, ambition, and the complexities of teenage friendships and family dynamics.
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You might enjoy this book if you are captivated by stories of determination, sportsmanship, and the challenges of balancing ambition with personal relationships. Set in the high-stakes world of competitive rowing, it offers a compelling look at the pressures faced by young athletes striving for excellence, making it an engaging read for those who appreciate both sports and personal development narratives.

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Head of the River

'flows fast and deep and occasionally treacherous. I loved it.' Simmone Howell, author of Everything Beautiful and Girl Defective It's the most elite school sporting event in the country. Nine rowers, 2000 gruelling metres and one chance for glory in the ultimate team sport. Sit forward ... ROW.

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It's the most elite school sporting event in the country. Nine rowers, 2000 gruelling metres, and one chance for glory in the ultimate team sport. Sit forward... ROW.

Tall, gifted, and the offspring of Olympians, superstar siblings Leni and Cristian Popescu are set to row Harley Grammar to victory in the Head of the River. With six months until the big day, the twins can't lose. Or can they?

When Cristian is seduced by performance-enhancing drugs, and Leni is suffocated with self-doubt, their bright futures start to fade. Juggling family, high expectations, study, break-ups, new relationships, and wild parties, the pressure starts to build.

As the final moments tick by, who will make it to the start line? And who'll plummet from grace?

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780702253263

Publisher: University of Queensland Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 May 2014

Country: Australia

Imprint: University of Queensland Press

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 314g

Pages: 320

About the Author

Pip Harry is the author of I'll Tell You Mine.

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