Former hometown hero, Mark, has run out of luck. His new school is too big, too unfriendly, and too difficult. Despite his efforts, Mark's attempts to get a fresh start have been futile. The added pressure of being in a new town and trying to keep up in classes has him sleepwalking through the days. Rachel, a smart, beautiful, and popular girl, has been holding onto a secret that she shouldn't know. Rachel can't tell a soul about what she knows, or she may put someone she loves at risk. This is not something she can solve on her own, but she doesn't know who can help. Mark and Rachel are the only people who can help each other, can they learn to trust each other so they don't fail the biggest challenge of their lives? 'Running In The Dark' is a thrilling novel full of mystery, romance, and danger. JW Mortimer, a new young adult author, grabs your attention with his mysterious, suspenseful, loving, and hopeful stories. He aims to keep readers turning the pages with his first novel, 'Running In The Dark', which has already sparked a sequel, 'Further Distance Needed'. The characters he writes face real-life challenges and while his stories come from his imagination, he feels people will be able to closely relate to their situations. Mr. Mortimer lives in a small New England town, which is where he draws a lot of inspiration for his stories. Before becoming an author, Mr. Mortimer was a registered nurse for over 20 years. His experiences in the emergency room have given him the ability to put himself in someone else's shoes during some of the most desperate moments in their lives. He can see beyond the immediate problem to the best possible solution.