The Running Dream

Jessica is a 16 year old girl running down the path to greatness.  Pain, sweat and determination have helped her achieve amazing running goals.  Life holds great things for this track star.  Until life as she knows changes forever.  Jessica and her teammates are in a devastating vehicle accident that results in Jessica's losing part of a leg.  Jessica then has to learn how to live life as BK (below the knee) amputee and realize that her running dream isn't over yet.

One of the most amazing attributes of this book is that Jessica's emotions are laid out so openly that the reader can identify with her struggle and triumph.  There is so much pain and struggle that she forgets herself for awhile.  As a runner she knows the depth of discipline needed to get up every morning to run and improve her skill.  And after her terrible accident she feels like that part of her is gone as well.  As Jessica progresses through her recovery she learns the importance of acceptance and perseverance and forges friendships that inspire her and make her a better person.

This is a terrific book with a heartwarming story of strength and determination.  Highly Recommend it!