FREE RUNNER

David Trifunov's latest book is Free Runner, an exciting Sports Story for Lorimer Children and Teens. Free Runner begins as 14-year-old Patrick and his mother leave their small town for the big city. Out of boredom and frustration, he steals a pair of headphones from the mall. When he's caught by police, Constable Jack says he is willing to get the charges dropped if Patrick trains with him in parkour for twelve weeks.
​While Patrick trains extra hard, he develops a crush on a teammate named Parker and a rivalry with her friend, Jayden. When the tension with Jayden reaches new heights, Constable Jack decides they'll settle the score in a demonstration in front of hundreds of people. Patrick has never been shy about ditching his responsibilties in the past. Will he bail again, or will he use what he's learned in parkour to finally get ahead?
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David Trifunov is a Canadian journalist, author and father of three girls. His books Free Runner, Snow Soccer, and Ice Time are geared toward reluctant readers ages 10 to 13 years old. They involve fast-paced sports action, relatable characters and themes that keep audiences engaged.
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