Run, Rebel
Manjeet Mann
Subjects
- Poetry - rhyme, rhythm and rap
- Friends & Family - tears and laughter, and happy ever after
- Friends & Family - tears and laughter, and happy ever after
Average rating
Praise for Run, Rebel - a Guardian best book of 2020: A tightly crafted series of punchy, often heartbreaking narrative poems . . . Mann's brilliant, coruscating verse novel lays out the anatomy of Amber's revolution, and the tentative first flowerings of hope and change. Guardian WINNER OF THE SHADOWER'S CHOICE AWARD, FROM THE CARNEGIE MEDAL 2021 WINNER OF THE UKLA BOOK AWARDS 2021 WINNER OF THE DIVERSE BOOKS AWARD SHORTLISTED FOR THE BRANFORD BOASE AWARD 2021 WINNER OF THE SHEFFIELD CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD 2021 I am restless, my feet need to fly. Amber is trapped - by her father's rules, by his expectations, by her own fears. Now she's ready to fight - for her mother, for her sister, for herself. Freedom always comes at a price. Run, Rebel is a trailblazing verse novel that thunders with rhythm, heart and soul - perfect for fans of Sarah Crossan, Elizabeth Acevedo and Rupi Kaur. 'A powerful read' The Scotsman 'A tightly crafted series of punchy, often heartbreaking narrative poems' The Guardian 'What a gorgeous, fabulous book!' Nikita Gill 'Heart-breaking, inspiring, exquisite' Liz Hyder, author of Bearmouth (Winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize)
Reviews
This was a book that really made me think. The story written in verse moved me and I wept and really felt the story. When I was reading it, it felt like I was there and I couldn't help but hate and love all the way through. This is perfect for people like me that just love books that have a deep meaning. The message it gave about domestic abuse in families and how it affects people was very strong. It gave a strong message about raising awareness and woman's rights. This was a five star book, and it earnt it. Manjeet Mann is a very talented author that deserves a congratulations.
Director Birthday-cake Pudding-Basin 29.10.2023
I enjoyed reading Run Rebel because it tells you that when times are hard, you should be resilient and stay firm. The main character was a girl called Amber and she felt trapped from her Dad and decided to create a rebellion with her Mum. I also like how the book is set out inside as it isn’t like a normal book. I would definitely recommend this to others as it is an inspiration to me, and it can be to all.
Judge Diamond Pineapple 24.07.2023
It looks really big, but I read it in an afternoon. Still good though.
Anonymous 29.05.2022
this book was very interesting and good
Dame Blueberry Desperado 31.08.2021
It's an amazing verse book that was a page turner and emotional. It is quite adult so I would recommend it to people 13+ (it has swear words in it)
Principal Ariel Peanut-butter 20.08.2021
I would recommend this book. It was one of the best books I read this summer and I have read a lot of books.
Anonymous 10.08.2021
Difficult to understand.
Anonymous 27.07.2021
I liked the way the book was written in verse. You wanted the characters to fulfil their potential and succeed. I would definitely recommend this book as it conveyed the message of hope even when situations are hard.
Anonymous 15.07.2021
