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(2) Sea Level
One of the reasons this book is so relatable is because Sam tells his story to us in a down to earth, casual way. Plus it's easy to get wrapped up in what happens because the stakes are so high. So that covers the writing style. Now let's think about the plot. If we had to summarize it in one sentence, it would go a little something like this: Two teens get pregnant and decide how it will impact their lives. Pretty straightforward, right? Exactly. The book sure does make us think about big decisions in life, but the reading itself is not a tough pill to swallow.