''Run Away Home'' is a 1997 book by

Patricia McKissack Patricia C. "Pat" McKissack (''née'' Carwell; August 9, 1944 – April 7, 2017) was a prolific African American children's writer. She was the author of over 100 books, including Dear America books '' A Picture of Freedom: The Diary of Clotee, ...

. Set in the late 19th century, it is about an

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girl, Sarah Jane, who finds an

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boy in the family barn and the subsequent affects on their lives.

Reception

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'', in a review of ''Run Away Home'', wrote "Grabbing readers with wonderful characters, an engaging plot, and vital themes, McKissack weaves a compelling story of cultural clash, tragedy, accommodation, and ultimate triumph." while '' Booklist'' found it a "generally fast-paced story flags occasionally when information-heavy dialogue intrudes." and concluded "The happy ending ties things up too neatly, but this story is fine for the undemanding reader who wants an old-fashioned, feel-good saga." ''Run Away Home'' has also been reviewed by ''

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'', and '' The Horn Book Magazine''.

Awards

*1997 CCBC Choice *1999-2000 Young Hoosier Intermediate (4-6) Award - nominee *2000 NCTE Adventuring with Books: A Booklist for Pre-K to Grade 6 *2001 NCTE Kaleidoscope: A Multicultural Booklist for Grades K-8

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Run Away Home) 1997 children's books American children's books Books by Patricia McKissack