Paige is addicted to drugs and to an abusive boyfriend. And she's made it clear that she doesn't want to be found. Then, by chance, Simon sees her playing guitar in Central Park. But she's not the girl he remembers; she is living on the edge, frightened, and clearly in trouble. Simon approaches her, beg her to come home. She runs. And Simon follows her into a dark and dangerous world he never knew existed. Now his family and his life are on the line. And in order to protect Paige from the evils of that world, Simon must face them head on. -- adapted from publisher info and perusal of book
Harlan Coben
Harlan Coben is a bestselling American author known for his gripping thrillers and mystery novels. He has written over 30 books, including The Stranger, The Boy from the Woods, and the Myron Bolitar series. His works have sold more than 80 million copies worldwide and several have been adapted into successful Netflix series. Coben is praised for his fast-paced plots, sharp twists, and emotionally resonant storytelling.