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Yamile Saied Méndez

Furia

Yamile Saied MéndezFiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020

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Yamile Saied Méndez

Furia

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Rosario, Argentina • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In Furia by Yamile Saied Méndez, 17-year-old Camila Hassan dreams of playing professional soccer, secretly training with a women's team in Rosario, Argentina. Her plans are complicated by her romance with Diego, a pro soccer player. Balancing her soccer ambitions and her relationship, Camila eventually chooses to pursue her dreams of going pro, earning a tryout in the United States. The book addresses themes around domestic violence.

Inspirational

Hopeful

Challenging

Emotional

Adventurous

Reviews & Readership

4.4

15,353 ratings

82%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Furia by Yamile Saied Méndez is widely praised for its authentic portrayal of a young girl's struggle to follow her passion for soccer against cultural and familial expectations. Reviewers appreciate the strong character development and vivid setting. However, some critiques mention a predictable plot and pacing issues. Overall, it's a compelling read for young adult audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Furia?

Fans of The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo or Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo will relish Furia by Yamile Saied Méndez. Ideal for readers interested in sports, Latinx culture, and strong female protagonists, this story of a young Argentinean girl defying societal norms is both inspirational and empowering.

4.4

15,353 ratings

82%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Rosario, Argentina • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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