Running. That's all Ghost (real name Castle Cranshaw) has ever known. 

But Ghost has been running for the wrong reasons - until he meets Coach, an ex-Olympic Medallist who sees something in Ghost: crazy natural talent. If Ghost can stay on track, literally and figuratively, he could be the best sprinter in the city. Can Ghost harness his raw talent for speed, or will his past finally catch up to him? 

Read the Run series: Ghost. Lu. Patina. Sunny. Four kids from wildly different backgrounds with personalities that are explosive when they clash. But they are also four kids chosen for an elite middle school running team-a team that could qualify them for the Junior Olympics if they can get their acts together. They all have a lot to lose and a lot to prove. Not only to each other, but to themselves.

This book is perfect for P6+ exploring identity, perseverance and friendship. As this book deals with several mature themes including domestic violence and drug use, teacher judgement regarding suitability is recommended. The book is the first in a series of four books and many students are likely to want to know what happens next when you finish book one.