91 pages • 3 hours read
Yamile Saied MéndezFuria
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
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.
Reviews & Readership
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 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.