Arcady's Goal
Written by Eugene Yelchin
Narrated by Ari Fliakos
4.5/5
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About this audiobook
From Newbery Honor–winning author Eugene Yelchin comes another glimpse into Soviet Russia. For twelve-year-old Arcady, soccer is more than just a game. Sent to live in a children's home after his parents are declared enemies of the state, it is a means of survival, securing extra rations, respect, and protection. Ultimately, it proves to be his chance to leave. But in Soviet Russia, second chances are few and far between. Will Arcady seize his opportunity and achieve his goal? Or will he miss his shot?
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Eugene Yelchin
Eugene Yelchin is a Russian-born painter and illustrator. He received a Newbery Honor for Breaking Stalin's Nose, which he both wrote and illustrated. He lives in southern California with his family. www.eugeneyelchinbooks.com
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Reviews for Arcady's Goal
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- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5In the Soviet Union, 12-year-old Arcady has spent his life in orphanages where children of "Enemies of the People" are sent. The only thing Arcady has going for him is his skill at soccer -- in a one-on-one match, he can beat any other boy at the orphanage, even the oldest ones. When the director has him play for the inspectors on their routine visit, he catches the eye of one man, who adopts him and takes him home. Arcady is deeply suspicious of this development. Is this man a soccer coach who has scouted him out? Or does he have some other motive?This is a quick read, with lots of illustrations by the author. Despite that, I think its best audience might be adults who enjoy reading books for children, who might have a greater understanding of the context and the complicated emotions Arcady is going through as he struggles to comprehend kindness and empathy. Not to say that kids can't or won't enjoy this, and Yelchin includes a very helpful author's note for those wishing to learn more.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/512 year old Arcady lives in an orphanage for children whose parents were taken prisoner for being "Enemies of the State." He quickly learns that his soccer prowess can be put to good use gaining a little extra bread rations for he and the other boys. When an inspector named Ivan Ivanych takes interest in him one day and takes him for foster care, Arcady assumes he is a coach and wants him only for his soccer skills. Ivan tries to fill an empty space in his heart and his home with Arcady and tries to help him achieve his goal to play with the Red Army Soccer Club. Author's notes are helpful in filling in the history of the time. This book is high interest and although a lot of pages, it is a quick read- helpful for reluctant readers. Grades 5-8.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5For twelve-year-old Arcady, an orphan, soccer means survival in Stalinist Russia.