Growing Up on the West Shore of Clear Lake
now in its second printing!
SOFTCOVER | 5.5 × 8.5 | 152 PAGES | $29.99
How can a small lake in the northeast corner of Indiana change one young girl’s life forever?
When the Derheimer family rented a house on Clear Lake, Indiana, for the summer, four-year-old Angie had no idea what an impact living at the lake would have on her. In the years to come, it comforted her through an unthinkable tragedy, instilled in her an enduring love and respect for nature, gifted her with a wide community that, to this day, she considers her extended family, and ultimately drew her to the career she was always meant to have.
In this intimate memoir, the author brings the reader on a journey through her life on the West Shore of Clear Lake and the experiences that influenced who she is today.
What began as a summer stay grew into a lifelong source of strength and belonging.
Some comments from readers:
Well, Angie, I finished your book and what a great read! I recognized a few of the names but most fun of all was learning more about you and your youth! I felt the excitement, anticipation, innocence and such joy in everyday adventures. I think it's so cool you created this beautiful work and one that is such a good, beautiful read. Thanks so much for sharing!
Donna D.
Hi Angie, I've been meaning to tell you how much I've enjoyed your Clear Lake book! It captured the memories of growing up there so well! Even though we didn't run around in the same crowd, I certainly knew what all of you were up to, and as small kids, we experienced much the same as you did. We were so lucky to have grown up on that lake. Thanks for writing it and sharing your memories!
Judy S.
Thank you for the delightful trip into the past as it pertained to the west side of Clear Lake. I read mine in one sitting and may re-read for things I may have missed. It is a load of memories to revisit for many moons to come.
John “Brillo” DeWert
Angie Derheimer O’Neill with author Mark Paul Smith, promoting each other’s books.