Storm Runners

Roland Smith
84 pages2-hour read
Fiction
Novel
Middle Grade
Published in 2010

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Book Brief

Roland Smith

Storm Runners

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Action & Adventure

•

Children`s Literature

•

Realistic Fiction
Setting

Florida • Contemporary

Theme
Family

•

Environment

•

Fate
Topic
Natural Disaster
First Publication Year

2010

Publisher

Scholastic

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

700L

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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.

Adventurous

Suspenseful

Exciting

Reviews & Readership

4.0

3,652 ratings

68%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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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.

4.0

3,652 ratings

68%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Character List

A thirteen-year-old who travels with his father, John, to various weather disasters, using skills and resourcefulness to face emergencies during storms.

Chase’s father, a former builder who travels the country with Chase, working on disaster repairs and helping others prepare for storms.

A middle schooler skilled in swimming, Nicole helps Chase and Rashawn navigate the perils of a hurricane with her resourcefulness and bravery.

A capable sixth grader who journeys through a storm with Chase and Nicole, showing calmness and determination despite fear.

A fearless TV news reporter who joins John in his search for his son, planning to create a documentary about their adventure.

A master carpenter assisting John on their travels who shows resilience and skill during severe weather, maintaining a strong work ethic.

Manager of the Rossi Brothers Circus winter quarters in Florida and father to Nicole, showcasing courage and intelligence amidst challenges.

Nicole's grandmother, known for her culinary prowess and intuitive abilities, providing warmth and wisdom in the story.

Principal of Palm Breeze Middle School, whose decisions during crisis reflect her role as an administrator facing unexpected challenges.

A local news anchor who prioritizes being in the spotlight but avoids direct engagement with the storm’s dangers.

A videographer filming Cindy's documentary, displaying a calm demeanor and minimal dialogue while documenting the journey.

Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Action & Adventure

•

Children`s Literature

•

Realistic Fiction
Setting

Florida • Contemporary

Theme
Family

•

Environment

•

Fate
Topic
Natural Disaster
First Publication Year

2010

Publisher

Scholastic

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

700L

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