An explosive, near-future thriller full of contemporary relevance. England is under the control of an authoritarian regime which tracks people from a chip implanted in their skin. But Jake has decided to escape and join a small group of independent spirits - the Outwalkers - and try and make it to Scotland and freedom. No one can get into Scotland, just like no one can cross the channel. England is under control of an authoritarian regime. They can track anyone, anywhere from a chip implanted in their skin. But Jake, who breaks out of the Academy dorm he's been housed in, has decided to escape. To go off-grid. To join a small group of independent spirits determined to keep out of the government's prying eyes. The Outwalkers. It's only together he'll be able to reach Scotland - and safety.