Rise of The Runners
Paul C Darden
Kinder- und Jugendbücher / Jugendbücher ab 12 Jahre
Beschreibung
Duante grapples with the profound loss of his parents over a year ago, reflecting on a moment in a Harlem church where he felt an intense anger towards God. Now, in the sterile office of Dr. Cardoso in Manhattan, he contemplates the lives of strangers below, wishing he could trade places with them. His therapy sessions reveal his struggle with grief and the weight of being different at school-a burden amplified by the eyes of his peers. Duante recalls the overwhelming experience of his parents' funeral, attended by thousands, leaving him both numb and reflective. He shares memories of his parents' heroism and the deep connections they fostered, while hinting at the complexities of his grief and the desire to find solace through storytelling. Ultimately, he seeks understanding and connection, both with his past and in his present, as he navigates his profound sense of loss. Set against the backdrop of the Caribbean Sea, the Sikorsky MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter embarks on a critical mission off the coast of Jamaica. As the crew prepares for a scheduled pickup and refueling, they face the excitement and trepidation of a new method yet to be tested. Amidst the swirling emotions, pilot Danny Murphy recalls her journey from a shy girl in Philadelphia to a seasoned rescuer, all while the night sky drapes them in a tapestry of colors. The peaceful ocean quickly transforms as winds pick up, causing the helicopter to sway. Danny, confident in her skills, reassures her crew as they navigate through the turbulence. Anticipation builds as they approach the helipad, where unexpected cargo awaits-a figure Danny has long admired, Isabella Benitez. Their camaraderie blossoms amid laughter and shared stories of heroics, underscoring the bond forged in their line of duty. As the crew settles in for the ride back, the atmosphere shifts with the arrival of dark clouds and rain, heightening their sense of urgency. With the storm closing in, Danny must guide her team through the impending chaos, demonstrating their resilience and teamwork in the face of nature's fury. The journey encapsulates the thrill of adventure, the weight of responsibility, and the warmth of camaraderie among those who serve.
Kundenbewertungen
America, Puerto Rico, Fiction, Young adult, New York, Jamaica, Adventure