Simon James is having the worst day of his life: he's unemployed, his girlfriend is cheating on him, and his car is acting up. As he drives along the M18, reflecting on his past decisions, he realizes that some choices have lasting consequences.

His attempt to escape his troubled past leads him into the dangerous world of Vic Campbell's drug-running operation. What starts as a desperate bid for a new beginning quickly spirals into a life of crime, betrayal, and violence. Simon must navigate this treacherous underworld, where trust is scarce, and survival is uncertain.

RUNNERS: Part I – The Fuse Is Lit is the gripping first instalment in Stu McMain's crime thriller series, The Runners Tale. This debut novel offers a raw and immersive look into the criminal underworld, setting the stage for a compelling saga of crime and redemption.