Publisher's Synopsis
Ten years ago, Jo Martin was released from prison after serving twelve years of a life sentence. She is now out on license - and she isn't Jo anymore. Given a new identity by the courts, and with a different appearance, a ready-made history and even a change of age, Jo can pretend to be anyone. 'Cookie' Mackenzie, is not only Ned Reid's lover, but she also works for him. She supplies the girls - and boys - for Ned's clients. There's always some runaway kid who needs shelter. Natalie Ellis works at Barney's bar, a fierce and loyal friend, she's a shoulder to cry, a listening ear but should everyone really trust her to keep their secrets? Lorni Duncan needs to keep running, always looking over her shoulder, especially with a young child in tow. But how will she survive? The refuges are full, and the last thing Lorni needs is the authorities getting involved.
