Suspenseful. Fast-paced. Interesting story. I think it is important to know that this is one of Blake Crouch's earliest books so it doesn't have the character depth and refinement I'd expect from his later works. Still kept me entertained to the very end!

Post apocalyptic, edge of your seat thriller, so more gore and suspense. Perfect read for the book slump I’ve been in for months. Easy read with lots of dialogue, lots of character development and deep romance and sacrifice. Anything by Blake, I will always read.

Could not put this down!! Fantastic writing so atmospheric I could feel the tension radiating off the page. I love me an apocalyptic novel though this one hit a little too close considering we were able to see the northern lights about a month ago now in Missouri.

This was such an odd little read for me. I'm usually up to devour a Crouch book with little to no influence, but this took some time to get into.
The plot felt a little too obscure for me, as it always is when the world starts to crumble with little to no explanation.
The characters survival game was probably the best part of this book, but as with many end of world happenings, it felt a little rushed.
Even at that, I did enjoy to some extend, and consoled myself with the fact this book is several years old already.

This story follows Jack and Dee, along with their two children, as they escape their home state at the onset of an apocalyptic crisis. Along the way, they face numerous challenges in their desperate search for a safe refuge.
I wish I had known this book was originally published in 2011, before Crouch became a major figure in the sci-fi community. Maybe then I would have finished it. The read was tough. The characters felt flat, and the dialogue seemed pointless. The only thing that stood out was the chaotic apocalyptic setting. It was so action-packed that it never paused to reflect on its own situation. Such a shame, because it had so much potential.

3.5 stars. The writing was great and so was the ending of the book. However its the topic that was too stressful for me so thats the reason for the lower stars. I think others would enjoy it alot, it just wasn't for me bc it was too stressful.

Review: Run
Author: Blake Crouch
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (3 stars)

I went into Run with high hopes, especially as a fan of Blake Crouch’s more recent work — but this one didn’t quite deliver the same level of nuance or emotional depth I’ve come to expect from his writing.

The premise is immediately gripping: a terrifying, apocalyptic scenario where the world as we know it unravels almost overnight. Crouch is undeniably talented at creating breakneck tension and high-stakes action, and Run certainly lives up to its name — the pace is relentless from page one. If you enjoy non-stop survival thrillers with minimal downtime, this will definitely check that box.

That said, the breakneck pacing sometimes comes at the expense of character development and emotional connection. I struggled to truly invest in the family at the center of the story, and some of the dialogue and internal monologue felt underdeveloped or repetitive. The world-building also felt a bit rushed, leaving some of the more intriguing plot elements underexplored.

While the core idea is strong and the tension never lets up, Run ultimately felt more like an extended action sequence than a fully fleshed-out narrative. Fans of fast-paced, dystopian thrillers may still enjoy it, but readers looking for more layered storytelling may find this one a bit lacking.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for granting me free access to the advanced digital copy of this book.

What a wild ride from start to finish! Blake Crouch has an incredible talent for taking classic sci-fi concepts and flipping them into something fresh, unexpected, and totally mind blowing. This story had me constantly wondering what would I do if our reality changed in an instant and survival became the only goal.

This book throws the reader into a world where danger lurks around every corner, filled with ruthless killers driven by one purpose, and one purpose only, total destruction. The intensity never lets up. This is a true page turner that will keep you hooked straight through to the final chapter. Such a fantastic read that is thought provoking, action packed, and impossible to put down.

*Thank you to Blake Crouch, Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine | Ballantine Books Netgalley for the digital copy. I am freely leaving my honest review.

Run by Blake Crouch grabs the reader from the very beginning and doesn't let up. I have come to really enjoy Blake Crouch's books, and was thrilled when I learned I was approved for this eARC.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for this eARC in exchange for my honest review.

I'm a fan of Blake Crouch so I thought this would be a shoe-in for at least a 4 star read for me, but I feel like this one missed the mark a bit. It did hit the ground running which was fun, but the characters were extremely frustrating and it was a bit of a let down.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher!
I’ve seen lots of reviews to the contrary, but I thought this book was fantastic. Like, can’t put it down fantastic. Horrible, but in the most fantastic way. Vibes of The Stand and The Purge-big recommend!

This is a classic example of I can read a book about it but I could never watch the movie version. It’s brutal and gory and sometimes feels not that far fetched.

Crouch sucked me in and was it the best thing I’ve ever read no. But was I entertained, freaked out and needing to keep going? Yes. Yes I was.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Wow, just...wow. Blake Crouch presents a true work of horror with, Run. I have not stopped thinking about the imagery of fear, violence, savagery and hopelessness in the 24 hours since I finished this book.
I'm giving this only this four stars because the ending wrapped up a little bit too quickly, a little bit too neatly.

Run by Blake Crouch
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Senseless brutal murders are occurring all over the country. Now names are being announced on the Emergency Broadcast system of those who will be killed. Jack Colclough and his family live in Albuquerque, New Mexico and they are coming to their house to kill them. There is no rhyme or reason to these killings. All you know is that you have to RUN. This apocalyptic read was fast paced and had me at the edge of my seat. Page turner. Unikable characters. A what would I do in this situation type of book. Run by Blake Crouch is a re-release. Out now. Run and go read it. Thank you to @netgalley @blakecrouch @ballantinebooks for this amazing binge read! Out now. #books #bookstagram #booklover #noseinabook #bibliophile #reading #read #bookreview #suspensethriller #ThePerfectRoommate #NetGalley #Run #ballantinebooks

Appropriate title for this fast paced, action packed thriller. The novel is entertaining and gripping from page one. Great read

This book is pure adrenaline. Run throws you straight into chaos from the very first page and doesn’t slow down. After a mysterious event turns people into killers, a family is forced to flee across the country—and the tension never lets up.

It’s definitely more about action than deep character moments, but honestly, that works here. It feels like a movie playing out in your head—fast, intense, and a little terrifying. If you like edge-of-your-seat thrillers where survival is the only goal, this one’s worth picking up.

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for providing an advance copy in exchange for honest feedback

This was quite the thrill ride! You never know what to expect next, and there is so much happening. The story read quite similar to how I felt watching the Walking Dead - the tension is almost non-stop. I really enjoyed this book, but there were a few things that I didn't care for. I wish we had a bit more backstory on the main characters in the beginning so that I could have been a little more invested, and some parts when the tension lifted kind of dragged. Overall, I would absolutely recommend this book! Definitely leaves you with something to think about.

Right from the beginning, it throws you into the action and never really lets up. I was hooked and read it in just a couple of sittings. The story was super intense, and I kept thinking about what I would do if I were in their shoes. The characters weren’t super deep, but that didn’t really bother me because the pace was so fast. It felt like an action movie in book form. If you like thrillers that keep you on edge, this one’s definitely worth reading.