The Running Dream by Wendelin Van DraanenMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
I reserve fives for books that truly give me an emotional response. This book is a must-read. My eyes brimmed with tears and my heart swelled with pride for the young lady that shows courage and selflessness.
When I see an amputee, I often don't know how to react. Should I look? Should I avoid looking? In both Jessica and Rosa, the author shows that it isn't about whether we look at the physical disability, but instead, it is about the person inside. This book is not only a testament to Jessica's experience with losing a limb, but it is also about the power of a community binding together for a cause that matters. Making a difference can start as a bake sale and grow to something much more.
This book is ranked up there with Sharon Draper's Out of My Mind. Go buy this book and read it now. Seriously. Now.
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