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Patina is a 2017 middle-grade novel by American author Jason Reynolds and the second volume in his Track series, following Ghost. It centers on Patina Jones, known as Patty, a talented young runner balancing competition for the Defenders track team with family responsibilities, school pressures, and concern for her diabetic mother. The novel uses athletics to examine grief, caregiving, friendship, teamwork, and the burden placed on a child who feels responsible for keeping others safe.

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Who is Patina Jones in Patina?

Patina Jones, nicknamed Patty, is the talented young runner at the center of Jason Reynolds's 2017 novel Patina. She competes for the Defenders track team while managing serious family responsibilities.

Is Patina part of a series?

Yes. Patina is the second book in Jason Reynolds's Track series, following Ghost. The series continues with Sunny and concludes with Lu.

What sport does Patina compete in?

Patina runs track for the Defenders, the same team introduced in Ghost. Her athletic goals are closely tied to her school life, friendships, and responsibilities at home.

What kind of reader is Patina aimed at?

It is generally marketed as a middle-grade novel, with an accessible first-person voice and a contemporary school setting. The story also deals with grief, family illness, race, class, and pressure to succeed.

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