AR Book Level
4.0
AR Points
2
Word Count
11,022
Interest Level
Middle Grades Plus (MG+ 6 and up)
Genre
Fiction
AR Quiz #
229638 EN
About this book
Baljit is a talented young footballer who dreams of catching the eye of a professional club, but he must first navigate the obstacles of racism and his parents' expectation that he will work in the family business. The novel follows his struggle to keep his dream alive while confronting prejudice in his community and the pressure to abandon his passion. In a local tournament, he gets a chance to showcase his skills and find allies who support his ambition.