84 pages 2 hours read

Roland Smith

Storm Runners

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2010

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In Roland Smith’s adventure novel, Storm Runners, middle-grade students Chase, Nicole, and Rashawn struggle to stay alive and find shelter after their school bus crashes during a hurricane. They navigate perilous conditions using their wits and skills while a rescue team, including Chase’s dad John and news reporter Cindy, races against the storm to locate them. The book includes depictions of death from natural disasters.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Roland Smith's Storm Runners delivers a fast-paced, gripping adventure that appeals to middle-grade readers with its high-stakes plot and relatable protagonist. While the book excels in maintaining tension and excitement, some critics note that character development feels rushed and the dialogue occasionally lacks depth. Overall, it's an engaging read for young thrill-seekers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Storm Runners?

Readers aged 9-12 who enjoy fast-paced, suspenseful adventures with a touch of natural disaster will be captivated by Roland Smith’s Storm Runners. Fans of Hatchet by Gary Paulsen and Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O'Dell will appreciate the survival elements and courageous protagonists.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

700L

Book Details

Genre

Action / Adventure

Children's Literature

Realistic Fiction

Themes

Relationships: Family

Natural World: Environment

Values/Ideas: Fate

Topics

Natural Disaster