Running Full Tilt (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781580898027)

"A fast-paced convincing drama of a young runner whose legs circle him back to the many conflicts he is trying to escape."--Jack Gantos, Newbery Medal-winning author of Dead End in Norvelt

An honest and sensitive debut that memorably captures a teen runner's relationship with his brother and his brother's experience of autism

Like many siblings, Leo and Caleb have a complicated relationship. But Caleb's violent outbursts literally send Leo running. When the family is forced to relocate, Leo tries to settle into a new school, joining the cross-country team and discovering his talent for racing and endurance for distance.

Things begin to look up for Leo when he befriends Curtis, a potential state champion who teaches Leo strategy and introduces him to a girl named Mary. But Leo's stability is short-lived as Caleb escalates his attacks on his brother, resentful of his sports success and new friendships.

Leo can't keep running away from his problems. But, with a little help from Curtis and Mary, he can appreciate his worth as a brother and his own capacity for growth, both on and off the field.

Author: Michael Currinder
ISBN-10: 1580898025
ISBN-13: 9781580898027
Publisher: Charlesbridge Teen
Language: English
Published: 09/05/2017
Pages: 336
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 8.40h x 5.70w x 1.40d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.6
Point Value: 12
Interest Level: Upper Grade
Quiz #/Name: 190606 / Running Full Tilt


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 06/15/2017
School Library Journal 07/01/2017
Publishers Weekly 07/10/2017
Horn Book Magazine 09/01/2017 pg. 88
Booklist 09/01/2017 pg. 96
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2018 - Superior,Well Above Average