Family ties, social justice, teen romance and the reality of growing up in care are given a moving and unforgettable appraisal under the pen of Carnegie favourite Sue Divin, and through the eyes of brave and Ezra and his loyal sister Evie.

Runaway Road is a moving story of family and belonging set in contemporary Northern Ireland. By Sue Divin, author of Truth Be Told.

Perfect for fans of Margaret McDonald's Glasgow Boys.

'An absolutely gripping read, the sort of book it's impossible to put down.' - Jan Carson

'Moving, funny, cinematic, compelling' - Bernie McGill

'This powerful, immersive story explores difference and belonging with real compassion and thoroughly engaging wit' - Byddi Lee, author of Barren

Ezra is 16. He’s no stranger to crossing the line, but this time it's really bad - and there's no going back.

His only hope of escape is to cross another line, the Northern Irish border, but that will mean leaving behind the only thing that really matters, his little sister, Evie.

Evie is 9 and sees it differently. Ezra took her into care, into safety, the last time they ran away. Why shouldn’t she go on the run with him now?

"This is a startlingly good book… Divin’s character creation is impeccable… It would be a hard-hearted reader indeed who is dry-eyed at the conclusion of this powerful and ambitious novel." - Books For Keeps