--- product_id: 4902032 title: "Runner" brand: "carl deuker" price: "AED 79" currency: AED in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/4902032-runner store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # Runner **Brand:** carl deuker **Price:** AED 79 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Runner by carl deuker - **How much does it cost?** AED 79 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/4902032-runner) ## Best For - carl deuker enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted carl deuker brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Runner - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7189zs9zYPL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Serious Issues That Teens Can Relate To *by T***G on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 12, 2011* Runner was written in a thought-provoking way that not only had Chance battling with his own emotions, but me with my own as well. Carl Deuker presented many instances in which I had to grapple with taking the easy way out or strive to continue with the bare minimum. This book confronted and covered many topics such as drugs, terrorism, and trafficking. I suggest this book for teens twelve and up as it does take into consideration some more mature worldly topics.I think one reason that I enjoyed this book so much, was that I could relate. I can't say that I'm at rock bottom living in a household where the bills aren't being paid and everyday expenses aren't being met, but there were some aspects of Runner that I could really connect to. For example, as the title of the book depicts, Chance runs. Every day he runs, and that is what got him started in this business in the first place. I love to run as well. I was able to relate to how Chance felt as he went on his daily runs and let the day's troubles just seep from his mind. Running was calming for him, as it is for me too. It would have been nice to see Chance's running scenes go into more detail, but maybe that's just the inner runner inside me speaking.I also enjoyed how Runner presented a very real and plausible situation. This book focused on topics like terrorism, drugs, and trafficking. Not only did this book make me think about these topics, but it also shed some light on them. What happened to Chance could be what is happening to a teen somewhere right now. They have nowhere else to go, but suddenly this opportunity comes out of nowhere to essentially make everything "better." Kids are sucked into this kind of world all the time, and it's something that people should be aware of. Runner definitely spread the message.It was interesting to see how the story initially took place in a small town on the coast of Washington, to see it grow in size to have an affect on the whole world. That was also something that prompted Chance to grow as he understood what a large scale this was really on. This had started out as a job to earn some money, and progressed to an event who's outcome could affect millions of lives. Chance really went through some self-discovery as he battled with this, and his own problems at family and school.This is a very fast-paced read, and at times that was a good thing, but in the long run (haha, no pun intended), I wish Runner had been a bit longer. It would have been nice to have gotten to know Chance and the other characters on a deeper level. Instead of relating to the characters, I felt like I was just watching from afar. I'm, glad this was a stand-alone novel though, because I can't really imagine the story being drawn out to the length of two books. I can't wait to read more of Carl Deuker's sport novels that also confront the issues of teens!Overall, Runner was an action-packed read with real issues that any teen can relate to. Join Chance, as he wrestles with his emotions and thoughts on what choice to make in, Runner!-This is T.B. with Another Book Back on the Shelf...Until Next Time, Keep Reading! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ a good read *by R***4 on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 29, 2014* It held my interest...but. The plot line was good....however I had problems with the "envelope". At one point I actually had to check previous pages to verify that the author actually wanted us to believe the main character was a teenager. Maybe I was reading a book for young adults and didn't know it. But I gave it 3 stars because it was well written ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I have been amazed! My son usually hates reading and I have ... *by O***A on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 11, 2017* I haven't read this, it was purchased for my son for required school reading. I have been amazed! My son usually hates reading and I have to assign him a certain amount to finish each day- this time he reads past the required amount and is telling his friends about the story! I consider that a success! Wonderful! --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ae/products/4902032-runner](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/4902032-runner) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-06-06*