Former hometown hero, Mark, has run out of luck. His new school is too big, too unfriendly, and too difficult. His frequent nightmares are starting to wear on him, and at this point, he's sleepwalking through the day. Every chance he gets, he's studying, but his grades keep slipping. His dad, a psychologist, is no help with his constant pressure on Mark to try harder. If they hadn't moved to this town, he wouldn't have had to leave his girlfriend or his friends. Despite his efforts, Mark's attempts to get a fresh start have been futile.
Rachel, a smart, beautiful, and popular girl, has always been the star. Regardless of her popularity, she has been holding onto a secret that she shouldn't know. Even if she wanted to, Rachel can't tell a soul about what she knows or someone she loves could be in danger. She knows no one can help her, not even her closet friends or parents. However, this is not something she can solve on her own, but she doesn't know where to look for assistance.
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.