THE PECKISH - Jo Milanne

Abandoned at birth. Her name taken from a cat box in which she was found, Isla Tickle grew up knowing she'd have to stick up for herself.

Regrets for having no family, Isla hungers to be loved, and falls under the spell of a criminal.

Quick to verbal defence, Isla makes enemies. Two men contrive to bring her down.

Help is at hand from a surprise quarter.