Download or read book Lone Runner written by Dirk McLean and published by James Lorimer & Company. This book was released on 2021-02-16 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Set in a diverse neighbourhood in Scarborough, Ontario, this book follows Michaela as she goes from a solitary runner to an athlete who contributes to the success of her cross-country team. Discouraged by an incident at her mostly-white summer camp, Michaela comes into her own as part of her racially diverse school track team. Focusing on themes of persistence, friendship and overcoming rivalries, this book illuminates traits of connection, empathy and forgiveness.