The Run

Running Suspense #1

by Diane Strong

Cora is a runner and mother of two whose husband is working out of town on business. Always a protective mother, Cora has never left her children alone. That is until a well-intentioned friend encourages her to. This is a story that will leave you questioning your parenting skills and wanting to read more great running adventures by Diane Strong.

34 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 13, 2012

About the author

Diane Strong lives in Kentucky with her husband and their two children. She received a liberal arts degree at Itasca Community College, a Bachelors of Science in Psychology and Equine Studies from Rocky Mountain College in Billings, Montana and a Master’s degree in Veterinary Science from the University of Kentucky.
She writes a small column for the Georgetown News Graphic and homeschools her children. In her spare time she competes in road races, triathlons and adventure races. She is the founder of the Georgetown Run Club and Intellectual Society. She loves what she does.

Reviews

[Selina Griffin · Rating 4 out of 5]

I picked this up on my birthday because:

a) it was my birthday
b) it was free
c) I like running and it seemed to be about running
d) eye catching cover

It was good; a short story about a mum called Cora who fancies going for a run.

Well written, highly enjoyable. I may check out other things by Diane.

[John Dolan · Rating 5 out of 5]

A gripping short tale which will keep you engrossed to the end: how an ordinary day can turn into a living nightmare. I defy you to put it down once you've started reading! Highly recommended.

[Will · Rating 4 out of 5]

a sad but very compelling short story. have not had my heart racing l just me that in a while from a book. great premise and one I have worried about while running on narrow roads.

[Rares POP · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great story!

[Mark · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short story for kindle - arresting, exciting, and brief. Wanted it to go on.

[Danié · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very suspenseful!!!!!!!
Oh no - the kids!!!!
Oh no - poor Goliath, it made me very sad :(
I am glad this was a short story, because I was not going to put it down until it was finished.

[Francis Potts · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very touching story.

[Trish · Rating 5 out of 5]

First book of Diane's I have read and will definitely read her others.

[Mystic Miraflores · Rating 2 out of 5]

If you can get over the fact that the main character wasn't very smart to leave her small kids alone, even for a short run, then the story is exciting. You can feel the urgency that she must get rescued soon. And the dog's sacrifice was heart-breaking.

[Kristen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a short story that can be read in 30 minutes and it’s worth reading.

It’ll bring tears to your eyes and joy to your heart. It is sad but also uplifting. It angers you but also pleases you.

Lastly, it certainly makes me want to continue reading Diane Strong’s work.

[Janice · Rating 1 out of 5]

blah. no thanks.

[Anna McClaugherty · Rating 3 out of 5]

good but not gripping

A nice short read, and well written and enjoyable, but also predictable. Not bad for a free kindle story though!

[Marcy Evick · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked it. I would've given it more stars but a) we never find out what happened to cause Cora's injuries and b) seriously?! She couldn't let the dog live?! Geesch.

[Edgars · Rating 5 out of 5]

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