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The Runner
The Runner
Oct 10, 2024 1:19 AM

Author:Keith Gray

The Runner

Jason has had enough of his parents' arguments. He's running away to stay with his brother in Liverpool. On the train journey he meets a 'runner' called Jam, who lives on the monster Intercity trains and stations. His carefree and adventurous life sounds so exciting that Jason begins to think he might join Jam. Then Jason discovers Jam's secret.

Reviews

Another little jewel from Keith Gray, at his best on a small canvas

—— Carousel

A skilful and credible modern fantasy

—— Guardian

A brilliant story . . . fast-paced sensitive tale which ends with a surprising twist

—— Irish Times

This is a well-crafted, pacy thriller

—— Kathryn Ross , Scotsman

Insightful and entirely believable, this story is a gem

—— Booktrust

A compelling, compulsive, atmospheric story . . . The movie is already rolling in my head

—— Niall MacMonagle , Irish Times

Zips along at break-neck pace, each short, action-packed scene feeding into the next, ideal for teen readers with Playstation attention spans . . . McGann's direct, gritty style of writing certainly packs a punch

—— Sarah Webb , Irish Independent
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