Soccerland

Soccerland by Beth Choat tells the story of Flora a young soccer player who gets a change to go to the international sports facility and go to a camp where they pick the girls that have a chance to play on the under fifteen US soccer team.  At the camp Flora faces homesickness, difficult social situations, cutthroat competition and a coach that's hard to read.

I almost didn't read this one.  I'm not a fan of books that are put out by minor publishers because the writing and editing is almost always bad.  This book however was terrific and felt very professionally edited.  I loved reading about Flora and the adventures and stresses she had while at camp and couldn't put it down.

Appropriateness:  There is no adult content in this book and only a hint of romance.  While this is a sports book it's appeal is broad enough to interest those who aren't obsessed with sports.  I recommend this book to readers 10-15

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