First published 1994
A young soccer player faces the challenges of pursuing athletic dreams while navigating the complexities of growing up. The protagonist must balance training, competition, and personal relationships as soccer becomes both passion and pressure. Wojciechowska explores how sports shape identity and test character when winning and losing carry equal weight. The story follows the player through crucial matches and difficult choices that determine not just athletic success but personal growth. Dreams collide with reality as the protagonist learns what it truly means to compete at the highest level. The novel captures the intensity of youth sports and the emotional journey of a young person discovering their limits and potential through the beautiful game.
Genres: coming-of-age, contemporary, sports, young-adult
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: coming-of-age, passion-vs-pressure
92 pages · Paperback · Pebble Beach Pr Ltd