Eleven Minutes is the story of Maria, a young girl from a Brazilian village, whose first innocent brushes with love leave her heartbroken. At a tender age, she becomes convinced that she will never find true love, instead believing that "love is a terrible thing that will make you suffer. . . ." A chance meeting in Rio takes her to Geneva, where she dreams of finding fame and fortune. Maria's despairing view of love is put to the test when she meets...

"Brazilian soccer star Ronaldinho became a star at a young age and has grown to become a superstar on the biggest stage. In this sports biography, follow Ronaldinho on his journey to becoming an international soccer star"--Provided by publisher.

"Brazilian soccer star Robinho was born into a family with little money and not many options for a good life. In this sports biography, explore how with the help of soccer legend Pelé, Robinho has been able to not only become wealthy but become one of the best soccer players in the world"--Provided by publisher.

"For fans of Chemistry and Conversations with Friends: A mesmerizing and witty debut novel about a young woman growing up between two disparate cultures, and the singular identity she finds along the way. But where are you really from? When your mother considers another country home, it's hard to know where you belong. When the people you live among can't pronounce your name, it's hard to know exactly who you are. And when your body no longer feels...