Flinn, 242 conclusion nick does love caitlin, but his conflicting emotions get in the way of his true feelings example 2 claim. So far, she has penned 12 books and an original ebook. Publishers weekly intelligent, popular, handsome, and wealthy, sixteenyearold nick andreas is pretty much perfecton the. Never one to follow instructions, alex studied theater and opera and became a lawyer before finally writing her first novel, breathing underwater.
Breathing underwater by alex flinn harpercollins, 2001. I had met judy kitchner, their teacher, at a summer. The journal is written by nick as an assignment from the judge who also sends him to anger management after the girlfriend he beat up finally presses charges. The first edition of the novel was published in january 1st 2007, and was written by alex flinn. Who are the characters in breathing underwater by alex flinn. She is popular for writing the breathing underwater series, the kendra chronicles series, and several independent books. Themes all i could think was to show her she couldnt do this, couldnt defy me, treat me like i didnt matter. Alex flinn does a great job of creating threedimensional characters and telling an interesting, original story. In diva, the companion to alex flinn s ya novel breathing under water, caitlin is dealing with a lot. Breathing underwater by alex flinn, paperback barnes. Alex lives in miami with her husband, gene, and their daughters, katie and meredith. Atrisk ninth graders dive into literary analysis i looked out at the english class before me, a group of 21 ninth graders deemed atrisk, and wondered if i was in over my head. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 263 pages and is available in paperback format. This contemporary novel written by alex flinn is published by harper collins publishers and is.
So far, she has penned 12 books and an original e book. To his friends, popular and handsome sixteenyearold nick andreas has led a charmed life. I think its a great book for teens struggling to understand their own relationships. The reason for this is, basically, because boys dont like to read the book with its current cover, which shows a boy and a girl. The book was published in multiple languages including english language, consists of 263 pages. The main characters of this fantasy, young adult story are magda, kyle kingsbury. I went to the library and took out books on writing. In this first person narrative, nick tells the story himself. In this extraordinary novel by alex flinn, we experience a violent teen relationship from the.
It was originally published in 2001 and was chosen a top 10 ala best books for young adults for that year. Alex flinn is a renowned american writer of science fiction, romance, fantasy, and young adult novels. Perfect for fans of the sisterhood of the traveling pants and to all the boys ive loved before, this compelling contemporary novel is from alex flinn, the number one new york times bestselling author of beastly. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read breathing underwater. Since she first beheld james over three hundred years ago, kendra has tangled with witch hunters and. Alex flinn lesson plans for breaking point, breathing underwater, fade to black, nothing to lose, more free english learning and teaching resources from varsity tutors. Breathing underwater begins with nick going to court. Breathing underwater, book by alex flinn paperback.
His exgirlfriend, caitlin, put a restraining on him for hitting her while they were dating. Alex flinn, breathing underwater having screwed around the last hour trying to decide whether to write in the style of isaac asimov that version featured caitlin as a venusian chick with one eye and three breasts or dr. Breathing underwater by alex flinn by karla pacheco on prezi. Breathing underwater by alex flinn is a young adult novel that examines the main character the abusive relationships the main character, nick, has with his father and with his girlfriend, caitlin. Beastly is now a major motion picture starring vanessa hudgens. Nick andreas16, rich, smart, popularseems to have a perfect life, and when beautiful, talented caitlin becomes his girlfriend, it looks to outsiders as though it cant get any better. His exgirlfriend caitlin is taking the stand against him, accusing him of hitting her, and after being found guilty, he is sentenced to family violence classes and must write 500 words a week in a journal.
Caitlin is everything nick has ever wantedbeautiful, talented, and in love. Caitlin is a sixteen years old girl, who enjoys singing opera. Having screwed around the last hour trying to decide whether to write in the style of isaac asimov that version featured caitlin as a venusian chick with one eye and three breasts or dr. Breathing underwater discussion questions based on blooms taxonomy.
Buy a cheap copy of breathing underwater book by alex flinn. Breathing underwater by alex finn is about a sixteen year old boy named nicholas, also known as nick. Breathing underwater audiobook written by alex flinn. A new york public library book for the teen age pick. Free download or read online breathing underwater pdf epub book. Shes living through the aftermath of an abusive relationship, she has a youthobsessed mother who just doesnt understand her, and shes on a constant yoyo diet. Nick has never told anyone about his fathers violent temper.
Be the first to ask a question about breathing underwater. Seuss i am nicknick is sicknick tells debbie to well, you get the idea. Alex flinn author of beastly meet your next favorite book. I liked seeing a female character have the strength to not back down to her abuser. Breathing underwater by alex flinn breathing underwaterbreathing underwater by alex flinn is written as a series of journal entries.
Breathing underwater by flinn, alex and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. In diva, the companion to alex flinns ya novel breathing under water, caitlin is dealing with a lot. Read unlimited books and audiobooks on the web, ipad, iphone and android. Apr 24, 2001 breathing underwater by alex finn is about a sixteen year old boy named nicholas, also known as nick. Read breathing underwater online by alex flinn books free 30. Breathing underwater by alex flinn when i recently shifted around a bunch of books on my bookshelf, i foolishly attempted to alphabetize my books. How did they end up in court with a restraining order being issued against him. The main characters of this young adult, realistic fiction story are. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 304 pages and is available in hardcover format. And maybe nick used his fist at the end when the anger got out of control. Bewitching alex flinn page 6 read online free books. Shes living through the aftermath of an abusive relationship, she has a youthobsessed mother who just doesnt understand her, and shes on a constant yoyo diet to live up the standards of her nitpicking friends. But the guys in nicks anger management class know differently. A truly informative book, breathing underwater is not to be missed.
Breathing underwater alex flinn ebook harpercollins publishers. Mar, 2012 breathing underwater ebook written by alex flinn. She rang a few more times, then she sat down on the garbage bag and cried some more, great, racking sobs that shook her shoulders. Pdf beastly book by alex flinn free download 304 pages. The paperback of the breathing underwater by alex flinn at barnes. After beating up caitlin, however, nick receives a restraining order to stay away from her and is sentenced to complete a family violence program, as well as to keep a journal that describes his. A womans guide to changing the patterns of intimate. Read the book breathing underwater by alex flinn karla pacheco breathing underwater. Read breathing underwater by alex flinn for free with a 30 day free trial. Alex also wrote a kiss in time, a modern retelling of sleeping beauty. Breathing underwater quotes by alex flinn goodreads. The first edition of this novel was published in april 24th 2001, and was written by alex flinn. When nick meets caitlin, he thinks that she is the answer to all his problems.
It tells the story of 16yearold nicholas andreas, a wealthy miami teen who is sent to anger management because his girlfriend, caitlin, takes out a restraining order against him. The book was published in multiple languages including english language, consists of 263 pages and is available in paperback format. This is exactly the type of book that teen girls should be readingyes hes hot, yes hes. Supersummary, a modern alternative to sparknotes and cliffsnotes, offers highquality study guides that feature detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, quotes, and essay topics. Free download or read online beastly pdf epub book. This book is written so well that it becomes the hook for my nonreading students. I started writing an early and laughable version of breathing underwater in college i was really bored on a car trip with. This is the unit anchor book test for the novel breathing underwater by alex flinn. Caitlin is everything nick has ever wantedbeautiful, talented, and in love with him. Alex flinn takes you on a roller coaster in this coming of age tale of a boy with a lot of pent up frustration. As she got older, she continued to write, but never really published anything. The electrifying followup to alex flinn s critically acclaimed debut novel, breathing underwater, breaking point is a tale of school violence that explores why and how a good kid can go bad.
This contemporary novel written by alex flinn is published by harper collins publishers and is written for kids ages 14 and up. Other teen novelsmost strikingly dreamland by sarah dessenhave shown dating violence from the point of view of a young girl trapped in an abusive relationship, but in breathing underwater, firsttime novelist alex flinn tackles the difficult task of making us understand, if not sympathize with, the motivation of a violent young man. The first edition of the novel was published in april 24th 2001, and was written by alex flinn. My mock movie trailer for breathing underwater by alex flinn. Breathing underwater is a 2002 young adult novel by alex flinn. Breathing underwater by alex flinn the teen book club. Dec 17, 2006 breathing underwater notes life of the author alex flinn grew up in syosset, new york, a small town on long island, new york and lived in miami, florida.
Its certainly rare perhaps unprecedented to read of an abusive relationship from the perspective of the abuser. When alex flinn was five, her mother informed her that she would be an author when she grew up. Breathing underwater book trailer assignment youtube. My publisher is releasing my 2001 book, breathing underwater, with a new cover, its third. For 16yearold nick andreas, these words from his violence counselor ri. Flinn wastes no time in getting right to it in this book. This onepage guide includes a plot summary and brief analysis of breathing underwater by alex flinn. Alex flinn has written a very important story, that of family violence and the toll it takes on everyone involved.
In breathing underwater, nick andreas is an average rich white kid living in key biscayne, except for one thing. I personally like the book because the author, alex finn, makes the story based on the abusers point of view. I completely failed at it, but i rediscovered a great book. I read a study that said 27% of high school and college girls reported that they had been hit or abused by a. Publishers weekly intelligent, popular, handsome, and wealthy, sixteenyearold nick andreas is pretty much perfecton the outside, at least. This is a worthwhile read and i appreciate that alex flinn goes into the nittygritty and truly. Booktalks and learning guide by joni bodart breathing underwater flinn, alex. Breathing underwater by alex flinn 766 words bartleby. Ever feel like youre breathing underwater, and you have to stop because youre gulping in too much fluid. This novel is a companion to alex flinn s breathing underwater, but one doesnt need to have read that to enjoy diva. Read breathing underwater by alex flinn by alex flinn by alex flinn for free with a 30 day free trial. What was your initial inspiration for creating this book. This is the kind of cycle that needs to be broken, before more young people like nick repeat the only thing they know.
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