
RUNNER by Robert Newton Category: Contemporary Age Recommendation: Grades 6+ Release Date: 4/10/07 Publisher: Knopf Reviewed by: Holly Rating: 4 Stars After Charlie Feehan’s beloved father passes away, it seems the whole Feehan family hits rock bottom -- until Squizzy Taylor offers Charlie an amazing job with a matching miraculous paycheck. The illegal liquor runs turn Charlie into someone he truly isn’t, though. And when his good mate, Nostrils, gets a beating, Charlie has to decide whether to choose a dangerous path in life or a wiser one. With top-notch training, Charlie is either ready for his big mile-long race -- or not. RUNNER is a very well-detailed and exciting book. Robert Newton is a talented writer. A great read! |