--- product_id: 73688387 title: "Auma's Long Run" brand: "carolrhoda books" price: "AED 110" currency: AED in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Book" url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/73688387-aumas-long-run store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # Auma's Long Run **Brand:** carolrhoda books **Price:** AED 110 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Auma's Long Run by carolrhoda books - **How much does it cost?** AED 110 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/73688387-aumas-long-run) ## Best For - carolrhoda books enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted carolrhoda books brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Auma's Long Run - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51ZhE+ifqHL.jpg) ![Auma's Long Run - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Bthbc2k7L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Auma is an everyday hero. An incredible read. *by A***. on Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2018* An incredible read. A book that I bought, recommend, and share.In 1980's Kenya, 13-year-old Auma wants answers: Why is her father not returning to his job in the city? What is causing this mysterious illness that people in the village call Slim? Why is her mother silent and withdrawn after taking Auma's father to the doctor? The one place where Auma can get answers is school, a place where the teachers are strict (students get hit with a cane in the back of the legs if they are late, "no excuses" is the rule), but at least they give the students accurate information about the transmission and inevitable course of AIDS. Auma faces the daily struggle of keeping her siblings in school and alive after the suffering and deaths of first her father and then her mother. Auma and her mother have their most difficult, honest, and courageous conversation near the end of her mother's life.The author, Eucabeth A. Odhiambo, draws from her own experiences and her work with children affected by AIDS in Kenya. She calls these children heroes, and children like Auma have the fortitude and courage to survive and to keep their siblings alive as well. My hope is that Odhiambo continues writing Auma's story and that we find out if she fulfills her dream to become a doctor dedicated to helping her people fight AIDS.Odhiambo's writing is genuine, clear, even. We get a clear sense of the struggles that children and women face in a society that gives them few options, but the story is uplifting. Auma relies on her best friend, her grandmother, and other women in the community to prevail in getting an education and a track scholarship.Worth every penny. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Must read *by J***Y on Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2020* My daughter has to do a book report every 9 weeks in school. They get to choose the books they would like to read. She asked me for my help on picking a book out, she didn’t want to check one out at the library. I did some research and came across this diamond. She loved it, she didn’t need to complete it until May, but she’s already finished it. She said when she was reading it, she could see such a mind movie, it was like watching it on a big screen. The author did a wonderful job painting the picture. She’s donating it to her school, so more people can read about Amua. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Amazing and inspiring read! *by R***L on Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2017* An absolutely amazing read. Heart wrenching and heartwarming at the same time. A book that allows the reader to hope with the protagonist. For readers looking for a book to inspire, dispel myths, tackle taboos and social norms, this is the one. The book is recommended for ages 8-12, but its subject matter felt like one an older child would appreciate and understand more (tweens/teens). Adults as well would benefit a great deal. --- ## 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/73688387-aumas-long-run](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/73688387-aumas-long-run) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-04-26*