Running Out of Time
by Margaret Peterson Haddix
Running Out of Time by Margaret Peterson Haddix holds a well received rating of 3.98 out of 5, based on 19.1K reader ratings. First published in 1995. The book spans 184 pages.
About Running Out of Time
Jessie lives with her family in the frontier village of Clifton, Indiana. When diphtheria strikes the village and the children of Clifton start dying, Jessie's mother sends her on a dangerous mission to bring back help. But beyond the walls of Clifton, Jessie discovers a world even more alien and threatening than she could have imagined, and soon she finds her own life in jeopardy. Can she get help before the children of Clifton, and Jessie herself, run out of time?
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Margaret Peterson Haddix |
| Published | 1995 |
| Pages | 184 |
| Genres | Young Adult, Fiction, Science Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.98 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 19,126 |
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What genre is Running Out of Time?
Running Out of Time is categorized as Young Adult, Fiction, Science Fiction, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Science Fiction.
Is Running Out of Time worth reading?
Based on 19.1K reader ratings, Running Out of Time has an average score of 3.98 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Running Out of Time?
Running Out of Time has 184 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote Running Out of Time?
Running Out of Time was written by Margaret Peterson Haddix. It was first published in 1995.
What is the ISBN for Running Out of Time?
The ISBN-13 for Running Out of Time is 9780439632510.0.
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