Running Dream

Main CharacterJessica is a high school track star and has been in a tragic accident. As she deals with the difficulties of being an amputee, she finds friendship in an unlikely place. In addition to the loss of her leg, Jessica must overcome depression and self-doubt. How courageous and resilient will Jessica have to be?

Alternate EndingJessica is in a race at the end of her senior year. Her team needs her to win the race in order to win the conference meet. She is running against her nemisis from the other team. She wins the race and achieves glory for she and her school.

Running Dream By: Wendelin Van Draanen

A Runner with a Prosthetic Leg

A tragic accident in the story...

Supporting CharactersFiona - Jessica's BFF who helps her get through many difficulties and gives her some wonderful surprises.Rosa - A girl with Cerebral Palsy who Jessica becomes friends with after her accidentGavin - A boy Jessica has become friends with and who she thinks is hot. Family - Jessica's mom, dad, and sister are important and help her throughout the story.

Plot EventsJessica has to cope with going back to school after her accident.Jessica meets Rosa, a girl with cerebral palsy, and becomes friends with her.Jessica goes through a roller-coaster ride of emotions as she deals with learning how to walk again as well as the overwhelming generosity of the community. Jessica forms another friendship with a boy named Gavin. Could they become more than friends?

This is a girl with cerberal palsy.

Video Trailer of the book...

-This book is very exciting with a lot of emotions! -You will turn the pages very fast trying to find out what comes next!-Running Dream has the potential to be a huge hit if made into a movie!