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Drifting
With his troubled past behind him and his older brother away at college, Alex finds himself searching for more. No longer does he wish to merely exist but also to belong. In Drifting, the sequel to I'm Only Human After All, Alex is taken under the wing of a popular kid at school, Marcus, who introduces Alex to the underlying politics of the high school they attend. With a newly found social life, Alex escapes from the monotonous pressures of life through frequent outings and late nights.Things seem to be fine until one critical moment changes everything, causing Alex to step back and reconsider the new path he has chosen.
178 pages, Paperback
First published February 25, 2013
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Alex Rogers
17 books38 followersAlex Rogers is a young visionary who has touched the lives of many through his writings. Alex is most recognized from his debut book series, The Empowerment Series, in which Alex shares his thoughts on various issues that affect young adults on a daily basis through the re-telling of his own personal experiences. Topics of the series include: bullying, self-esteem, stereotypes, finding your identity, and many more. Alex's goal for the series is to empower the reader to find insight and direction in life's many ordeals.
Currently, Alex can be found speaking at schools about the topics covered in his debut book, I'm Only Human After All, which focuses on Alex's personal experiences with bullying and self-esteem. Just recently, Alex was featured in a documentary produced by FireCrackerFilms and aired by MTV International, titled Bullied, which featured both him and other young adults around the world sharing their views on bullying.
Currently, Alex can be found speaking at schools about the topics covered in his debut book, I'm Only Human After All, which focuses on Alex's personal experiences with bullying and self-esteem. Just recently, Alex was featured in a documentary produced by FireCrackerFilms and aired by MTV International, titled Bullied, which featured both him and other young adults around the world sharing their views on bullying.
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March 2, 2013
Drifting is the memoir of the author Alex Rogers during his junior year of high school that depicts his struggles in finding his own identity. Alex faces issue such as peer pressure from his new group of friends. During his school year, Alex encounters new friends and he doesn’t know where their future may take them. As time goes by, paths untwine but eventually lead up to the same destination.
Throughout the story, some basics themes that popup are peer pressure, finding your identity, and doing the right thing in tough situations. All of these themes are intertwined throughout the entire book. It is easy to find and relate to these themes.
The writing style in this story was good. It was easy to read and follow along. Even when there were transitions from flashbacks to present time, it was simple follow along.
When I was reading the book, I found myself thinking of the different people in my life who could benefit from reading this story. As a teacher, I believe that it would be very beneficial for my students to read both I am Only Human After All and Drifting by Alex Rogers. Both of these books deal with issues that students can and will relate to. I know in my classroom, bullying and peer pressure are a big issue that my students deal with everyday. I believe that when they read the books, they will see a different path that they were unaware existed.
While I was reading the book, it saddened my heart to think of all the issues that students today face. I have forgotten how students at that age can be particularly vicious. As the story progressed I began to realize how it only takes one person to make a difference. At that thought, I began to smile. My entire outlook changed on the story. It inspires me to be that one person who can change someone else’s life.
Like I stated earlier, Alex makes different friends, but one friend stands out in the whole story. This particular friend helps shape Alex into who he later becomes. That means this friend effects a lot of Alex’s decisions in the story, but it also helps Alex decide who he wants to be and why.
While reading the story, I found several things that I loved. The overall thing that I enjoyed the most was the theme of standing up and being who you truly are. I found it to be very inspiring and it made me recommit to myself that I would be me and only me. I also loved how there was self-reflections in the story. This was very helpful because it helps the reader understand a lot of the back story of Alex Rogers.
If the goal was to enlighten people on the issues of peer pressure and finding yourself, I believe that it did a fantastic job of achieving its goal. The book was very detailed in the issues that Alex faced and how he dealt with those issues. The author also did a wonderful job of making the story very relatable. It is easy to see how other can apply this story to their life.
I would definitely recommend this story to other people, especially other teachers. This would be a great book to do a project over. There are several issues that you can discuss with your class and the students can learn from. I would also recommend the book to non-teachers because everyone can learn and benefit from reading this book.
Throughout the story, some basics themes that popup are peer pressure, finding your identity, and doing the right thing in tough situations. All of these themes are intertwined throughout the entire book. It is easy to find and relate to these themes.
The writing style in this story was good. It was easy to read and follow along. Even when there were transitions from flashbacks to present time, it was simple follow along.
When I was reading the book, I found myself thinking of the different people in my life who could benefit from reading this story. As a teacher, I believe that it would be very beneficial for my students to read both I am Only Human After All and Drifting by Alex Rogers. Both of these books deal with issues that students can and will relate to. I know in my classroom, bullying and peer pressure are a big issue that my students deal with everyday. I believe that when they read the books, they will see a different path that they were unaware existed.
While I was reading the book, it saddened my heart to think of all the issues that students today face. I have forgotten how students at that age can be particularly vicious. As the story progressed I began to realize how it only takes one person to make a difference. At that thought, I began to smile. My entire outlook changed on the story. It inspires me to be that one person who can change someone else’s life.
Like I stated earlier, Alex makes different friends, but one friend stands out in the whole story. This particular friend helps shape Alex into who he later becomes. That means this friend effects a lot of Alex’s decisions in the story, but it also helps Alex decide who he wants to be and why.
While reading the story, I found several things that I loved. The overall thing that I enjoyed the most was the theme of standing up and being who you truly are. I found it to be very inspiring and it made me recommit to myself that I would be me and only me. I also loved how there was self-reflections in the story. This was very helpful because it helps the reader understand a lot of the back story of Alex Rogers.
If the goal was to enlighten people on the issues of peer pressure and finding yourself, I believe that it did a fantastic job of achieving its goal. The book was very detailed in the issues that Alex faced and how he dealt with those issues. The author also did a wonderful job of making the story very relatable. It is easy to see how other can apply this story to their life.
I would definitely recommend this story to other people, especially other teachers. This would be a great book to do a project over. There are several issues that you can discuss with your class and the students can learn from. I would also recommend the book to non-teachers because everyone can learn and benefit from reading this book.
April 27, 2013
Yet again, the author has successfully made us truly feel for Alex. In this book, Alex is a Junior in high school who is trying to find his way through life and make his mark. Instead of bullying, Alex now has to deal with the drama of the everyday; his friend Marcus is simultaneously a Sherpa to the wonderful world of the average teenager's life and a fount of rather terrible decisions. This book definitely shows the reader how those two apparently contradictory things can be inextricably entwined.
Along with a new found wonder for the world at large, Alex gets to deal with getting caught in the middle of two friends breaking up, dealing with the pressure of peers to drink or smoke, trying to be one of the "cool" kids, and losing a friend.
These themes lead me to highly recommend this book to anyone between the ages of eleven and twenty, or anyone who has any significant interaction with children and young adults in this ranger be you a teacher, a parent, a school counselor, or a child psychologist. Also, I would recommend this book to anyone who has ever had to deal with any of these problems in high school (which I'd say is just about anyone) just so you know you weren't alone.
Along with a new found wonder for the world at large, Alex gets to deal with getting caught in the middle of two friends breaking up, dealing with the pressure of peers to drink or smoke, trying to be one of the "cool" kids, and losing a friend.
These themes lead me to highly recommend this book to anyone between the ages of eleven and twenty, or anyone who has any significant interaction with children and young adults in this ranger be you a teacher, a parent, a school counselor, or a child psychologist. Also, I would recommend this book to anyone who has ever had to deal with any of these problems in high school (which I'd say is just about anyone) just so you know you weren't alone.
May 3, 2013
Yet again, the author has successfully made us truly feel for Alex. In this book, Alex is a Junior in high school who is trying to find his way through life and make his mark. Instead of bullying, Alex now has to deal with the drama of the everyday; his friend Marcus is simultaneously a Sherpa to the wonderful world of the average teenager's life and a fount of rather terrible decisions. This book definitely shows the reader how those two apparently contradictory things can be inextricably entwined.
Along with a new found wonder for the world at large, Alex gets to deal with getting caught in the middle of two friends breaking up, dealing with the pressure of peers to drink or smoke, trying to be one of the "cool" kids, and losing a friend.
These themes lead me to highly recommend this book to anyone between the ages of eleven and twenty, or anyone who has any significant interaction with children and young adults in this ranger be you a teacher, a parent, a school counselor, or a child psychologist. Also, I would recommend this book to anyone who has ever had to deal with any of these problems in high school (which I'd say is just about anyone) just so you know you weren't alone.
Along with a new found wonder for the world at large, Alex gets to deal with getting caught in the middle of two friends breaking up, dealing with the pressure of peers to drink or smoke, trying to be one of the "cool" kids, and losing a friend.
These themes lead me to highly recommend this book to anyone between the ages of eleven and twenty, or anyone who has any significant interaction with children and young adults in this ranger be you a teacher, a parent, a school counselor, or a child psychologist. Also, I would recommend this book to anyone who has ever had to deal with any of these problems in high school (which I'd say is just about anyone) just so you know you weren't alone.
April 27, 2013
Rogers' distinct writing style carries over from his previous work. Alex pulls no punches; he is brief and to the point, and his points are many and valid. He uses the triumphs and mishaps of his high school days to teach and guide today's teens and young adults as they struggle for self-identity. Mr. Rogers' writing is easy to comprehend, but the themes and underlying conflicts are by no means simple. The morals and lessons learned can apply to middle school students and even college students who struggle to gain self-confidence, social status, and a sense of belonging.
Rogers' characters are deep and well portrayed. It is easy for the reader to place his or herself in their shoes and really sympathize with them. The work has its humorous parts; I actually laughed out a few times. More often, however, I was on the edge of my seat with anticipation.
At first, I thought the book was kind of scattered, without a CENTRAL theme. However, the last chapter REALLY tied things together and delivered an amazing message. I won't spoil it here, but it is something I believe we can all relate to and learn from.
Rogers' characters are deep and well portrayed. It is easy for the reader to place his or herself in their shoes and really sympathize with them. The work has its humorous parts; I actually laughed out a few times. More often, however, I was on the edge of my seat with anticipation.
At first, I thought the book was kind of scattered, without a CENTRAL theme. However, the last chapter REALLY tied things together and delivered an amazing message. I won't spoil it here, but it is something I believe we can all relate to and learn from.
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