Patina
Book 2 of Run Series
Age 9+
Children's & Young Adult Fiction & True Stories Sporting Stories School Stories Family & Home Stories
It's not the taking part, it's the winning that counts.
Patty, as she's known to her friends and family, has lost a lot in her life - her dad died when she was young, her mum has lost her legs, and now she has to live with her uncle and his wife. On top of that, Patty has to go to the poshest school that ever existed. Now, her running team has become a relay team, and independent "I can do everything by myself" Patty has to work with her team mates to win.
Creators
Jason Reynolds is the winner of more than 25 US and international awards, including the 2018 Edgar Award and LA Times Book Prizes, Newbery Award, Printz Award, as well as being a two-time Walter Dean Myers Award winner. He is a New York Times bestselling author, and his books include, Long Way Down, Miles Morales, Boy in the Black Suit, and the Track series (Ghost, Patina, Sunny, and Lu).
Reviews
The real prize is Patina’s voice. Powerful without being preachy.
New York Times
The perfect middle-grade novel.
Booktrust
This is book 2 in the 4 volume Track series about a running team with kids from very different backgrounds and will appeal to a wide range of readers.
ReadPlus
Jason Reynolds is on song in this little novel of inspiration and wisdom. It opens a world to its reader and validates the lives of irrepressible twelve year olds. Recommended for readers nine to thirteen.
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