Homeless, streetwise and running away from a past she would rather forget, Francesca Mills is just another face on the streets of London. When a violent encounter leads to a man’s death, however, she is forced to leave the harsh world that has become her home and forge a new life elsewhere.
On the run, Frankie unknowingly stumbles across a dangerous secret, a secret so powerful that men will stop at nothing to protect it. She tries to build a new life, but you can only stay anonymous when no one wants to find you. Hunted by both the police and shadowy assailants with powerful connections, the odds are stacked against a woman who will do whatever it takes to protect herself – and those who mean most to her…
Read an extract from Frankie here.
From smiles to memories and fears, Kevin Lewis answers our quick-fire questions below.
Tell us about your new book Frankie...
Homeless, streetwise and running away from a past she would rather forget, Francesca Mills is just another face on the streets of London. When a violent encounter leads to a man's death, however, she is forced to leave the harsh world that has become her home and forge a new life elsewhere. On the run, Frankie unknowingly stumbles across a dangerous secret, a secret so powerful that men will stop at nothing to protect it. She tries to build a new life, but you can only stay anonymous when no one wants to find you. Hunted by both the police and shadowy assailants with powerful connections, the odds are stacked against a woman who will do whatever it takes to protect herself - and those who mean most to her.
Who or what always puts a smile on your face?
My children
What are you reading at the moment?
Silence of the Lambs by Thomas Harris
Which author do you most admire?
Raymond Chandler
What's your earliest memory?
At home with my mother alone
What is your greatest fear?
My children being hurt
How would you like to be remembered?
As a person who didn't let his past affect his future
Have you even done something you've really regretted?
Yes and I'm not telling
How do you spoil yourself?
Polo and fly fishing
What's your favourite word/book?
Best word ‘Bollocks’. Best book Lady in the Lake by Raymond Chandler
Who do you turn to in a crisis?
My wife Jackie
What makes you angry?
Arrogance
Have you ever had any other jobs apart from writing?
Yes many
Are you in love?
I have three loves in my life. My wife Jackie and two children
What's your worst vice?
Giving into the children when Jackie has said 'NO'
What are you proudest of?
My children
Where do you write?
I have a room in the attic
Where's your favourite city?
London
When was the last time you cried?
Can't remember
One wish; what would it be?
For my children to make the most of life
