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Sooley

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John Grisham

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In the summer of his seventeenth year, Samuel Sooleymon embarks on a life-changing trip to the United States with his South Sudanese basketball teammates for a showcase tournament. Having never traveled or flown before, he dreams of being scouted by college coaches. Although Samuel possesses remarkable athleticism, his overall game needs improvement, and the American coaches are not impressed. During the tournament, he receives heartbreaking news: civil war has erupted in South Sudan, resulting in the death of his father, the disappearance of his sister, and his mother and younger brothers being in a refugee camp. Samuel longs to return home, but it's impossible. The coach of North Carolina Central, moved by his story, offers him a scholarship. Samuel relocates to Durham, enrolls in classes, and joins the team, preparing to sit out his freshman season due to the team's depth. However, his fierce determination to succeed and bring his family to America drives him to practice relentlessly. As injuries plague the Central team, Sooley is called off the bench, and his journey to greatness begins. The question remains: how far can he lead his team, and will success enable him to save his family? Gripping and poignant, this narrative highlights the power of resilience and hope.