Naomi Benaron

Naomi Benaron is an author known for her novel 'Running the Rift,' which won the Bellwether Prize for Fiction. Her work often explores themes of social justice and resilience.

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  1. 1. Running The Rift

    Set against the backdrop of the Rwandan genocide, this poignant novel follows the journey of a young Tutsi runner, Jean Patrick Nkuba, whose dreams of Olympic glory are threatened by the escalating ethnic tensions in his country. As he navigates the challenges of training and competition, Jean Patrick must also grapple with the harsh realities of a divided nation, where friendships are tested and loyalties are questioned. Through his eyes, readers experience the resilience of the human spirit and the power of hope amidst the darkest of times, as he strives to outrun the shadows of hatred and violence that loom over his homeland.

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