About the book: 2022 / Annabelle barely finishes seventh grade. No matter how hard she tries, studying remains an endless struggle that seems impossible to win. Compared to her friends, the girl feels stupid and unsure of herself, but once she dives into the water, she cannot be stopped. Swimming is an inspiration and natural element for Annabelle. Inhale, swing, stroke - and all doubts and complexes seem to dissolve in the water. In the pool she becomes strong and incredibly fast, like a hummingbird. – concentrates easily and breaks all records. The high school swimming coach notices Annabelle and invites her to his team. The girl makes new adult friends, and the most handsome guy in the pool begins to look at her that way. like she's special to him. Annabelle not only tries to help the team get to important competitions. She also wants to fit into the world of high school students, which beckons with freedom and love. At the same time, the girl pushes away her former friends, does not listen to her parents, and over and over again makes mistakes that do not pass without a trace. Annabelle begins to drown in uncertainty: old connections are broken, and new ones do not pass the test of strength. Will she be able to emerge from the mess her life has become? Laurie Morrison taught high school English for ten years and now writes novels for her students. Several of her books, including "Hurt Up, Hummingbird," were selected as a top summer read by Publishers Weekly. In this story, the reader will be in tune with Annabelle's doubts and fears. which many have gone through - the loss of old friends and new acquaintances, first love and family troubles. But everyone will know the truth that the girl revealed: you can make mistakes, learn from your mistakes and move on..