The Runaway - Martina Cole

An explosive thriller of corruption and violence from one of the most original voices in fiction today.

When Cathy Connor and Eamonn Docherty are thrown together as children in the sleazy streets of London’s East End their fate is sealed.

Cathy’s miserable life as a prostitute’s child changes for ever when she is forced into care. The terrifying ordeal that follows leaves her with no choice… Entering the twilight world of Soho as a runaway, she is rescued by Desrae, who teaches her how to survive in the violent heart of London’s criminal underworld. Meanwhile, Eamonn, who fled to America with his father, has gained a reputation as one of the most ruthless villains in New York.

It’s only a matter of time before their paths cross and, when they do, Cathy’s an equal match for Eamonn. She’s beautiful, clever and tough. And nothing’s going to make her run away again…