Eight-year-old Joon has no time to grieve her parents' sudden death. Ripped from the security of a loving family, she endures horrific abuse in the system. And after four years of torture and her foster brother's attempt to steal her innocence, she runs away to Philadelphia's poverty-stricken alleyways.
Coming of age while homeless, Joon must fight just to stay alive. Despite the danger and desperation, she clings to her goal of offering the world something positive. But kind acts don't put food in her belly, and soon she's confronted with a terrible choice…
Will Joon pay an awful price to guard her safety?
Never Be Alone is a standalone dark psychological thriller. If you like courageous characters, edgy stories, and heartbreaking true-to-life tales, then you'll love Paige Dearth's gripping novel.
**WARNING** 18+ Readers Only. Graphic content and subject matter. (This is a standalone novel)
Praise For - Never Be Alone
" Haunting ... people on the street will be different. Your heart will hurt, but this book will change you."- Shannon NetGalley
"Joon goes from one nightmare to the next but keeping her soul good is a masterclass in storytelling. Dearth's style is like a street VC Andrews with all the drama. Her characters are well drawn and deeply felt. When I close my eyes, I can see them vividly emerge from the darkness." - The Literary License Podcast
"The writing is incredibly touching and realistic. A gripping, bold brilliant story!" - Susan Amazon Top Reviewer
"Gut-wrenching story of heartache but also a lesson in perseverance and belief. The storytelling is impeccable." - Angela NetGalley
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