Now is the Time for Running

Now is the Time for Running by Michael Williams

Just down the road from their families, Deo and his friends play soccer in the dusty fields of Zimbabwe, cheered on by Deo's older brother, Innocent. It is a day like any other . . . until the soldiers arrive and Deo and Innocent are forced to run for their lives, fleeing the wreckage of their village for the distant promise of safe haven. Along the way, they face the prejudice and poverty that await refugees everywhere, and must rely on the kindness of people they meet to make it through. But when tragedy strikes, Deo's love of soccer is all he has left. Can he use that gift to find hope once more?

                                 This book was pretty interesting in my opinion. A great book to read if you like sports (especially soccer). Even if you don't you still might like it because it is very eventful and well written. I got very connected to the characters as they fought to stay alive and free. Very fast-paced novel that will keep you reading. 

Rating: 7 out of 10