Run Rabbit Run
Binding: Paperback
Imprint: Andersen Press
Age 9+
Historical Fiction Adventure Stories General Fiction
Creators
Barbara Mitchelhill was born in Rochdale and trained as a teacher. While she was teaching, she began writing for BBC children's TV and went on to write for educational publishers, before writing novels for children. She makes school visits all over the country, and enjoys appearing at literary festivals and talking to teachers and librarians, some as far away as the Caribbean. Her hobbies include reading, theatre, music, gardening and walking her border terrier, Ella. She lives in Staffordshire and has two grown-up daughters.
Reviews
An enjoyable adventure story.
The School Librarian
A well-told story showing that bravery comes in many guises.
Carousel
This is a story which would read aloud well, and raise many questions about war and those who do not believe it is right to fight.
Books For Keeps
Not only enjoyable but also a useful way to introduce readers to aspects of WWII less prevalent in children’s fiction.
The School Librarian
(A) poignant novel.
Red House Children's Book Award, Pick of the Year
A thought provoking but also a really engaging story that provides valuable insight into that dramatic period of history.
ReadingZone
A thought-provoking read which would be excellent background reading for pupils studying World War Two.
Parents In Touch
A great read for kids from about 8 upwards, and for much older readers who are interested in fiction set during WWII.
TheBookbag.co.uk
Page turner that tackles interesting issues about life choices and acceptance.
Angels & Urchins
This book will be a real hit with the many readers who love Carrie’s War and Goodnight Mr Tom.
Armadillo Magazine
Run Rabbit Run is a well-written, emotional story and it is a book I highly recommend
The Children's War
I loved this book right from the start. It was not like a normal war story…it tells you what it was like for real people.
Teen Titles (Ola Walker, Leith Academy)
Shortlisted for the Northern Ireland Book Award 2011-12
Northern Ireland Book Award
