--- product_id: 435164595 title: "The Runaway Girls" price: "₹ 3327" currency: INR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.in/products/435164595-the-runaway-girls store_origin: IN region: India --- # 4.8/5 star rating from 313 reviews #79 Historical Fiction for Children rank Victorian London 1851 setting The Runaway Girls **Price:** ₹ 3327 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Dive into Victorian London’s untold stories — don’t miss the runaway adventure! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Runaway Girls - **How much does it cost?** ₹ 3327 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.in](https://www.desertcart.in/products/435164595-the-runaway-girls) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Award-Winning Author:** From Jacqueline Wilson, a beloved name in children’s literature. - • **Heartfelt Friendship:** Experience the scrappy, brave bond between Lucy and Kitty that captivates all ages. - • **Top-Rated Bestseller:** Join thousands of readers who gave it a glowing 4.8-star rating. - • **Immersive Victorian Adventure:** Step into 1851 London with vivid storytelling that brings history to life. - • **Perfect for Young History Buffs:** Ranked #79 in Historical Fiction for Children, ideal for curious minds. ## Overview The Runaway Girls is a bestselling Victorian-era children’s novel by Jacqueline Wilson, set in 1851 London during the Great Exhibition. It follows the courageous friendship of Lucy and Kitty as they navigate the dangers of the streets and the looming threat of the Workhouse. Highly rated with 4.8 stars from over 300 reviews, it ranks among the top historical fiction books for children. ## Description The must-have new Victorian novel from bestselling, much-loved children's author, Jacqueline Wilson. Victorian London, 1851. Queen Victoria is on the throne and the Great Exhibition is about to open! Lucy Locket lives with her father, the New Mother and the New Baby. They sent away her beloved Nurse and replaced her with a horrid governess. Lucy desperately wants someone to be kind to her, and to have some fun - there's very little of that in her house. Kitty Fisher is a street performer who earns tin for her supper by tumbling. She has always lived on the street and on her wits, with only the kind Gaffer to help her. But now Gaffer is gone, and Kitty is all alone. When Lucy runs away from home, Kitty shows Lucy how to survive - where to find the best picnic leftovers in the park, and which trees makes the best beds. Lucy learns quickly and shows Kitty her own skills - befriending families to get free meals and singing beautiful melodies for the crowds. But the streets of Victorian London are dangerous and soon the girls find themselves under threat from thieves - and even worse, the Workhouse! Review: funny, scrappy, and full of heart - This book is a total gem. Brave girls, grubby picnics, tree-bed sleepovers, and a terrifying Workhouse looming in the background. Lucy and Kitty’s friendship is funny, scrappy, and full of heart. Victorian London has never felt so lively — or so dangerous. Five stars, no question. Review: Great book but I want to know more - So,overall this was a great book and I definitely reccomend buying but I want to know what happened with Gaffer and Nursie. I probably read this in a month because I was addicted! ## Features - Item Trademark: CORGI CHILDRENS - manufacturer: Corgi Childrens - Item Weight: kilograms, pounds, 0.5511556550, 0.25 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #13,537 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #79 in Historical Fiction for Children #399 in History #522 in Children's Books on Friendship | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 313 Reviews | ## Images ![The Runaway Girls - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91PrKYld02S.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ funny, scrappy, and full of heart *by M***E on 3 February 2026* This book is a total gem. Brave girls, grubby picnics, tree-bed sleepovers, and a terrifying Workhouse looming in the background. Lucy and Kitty’s friendship is funny, scrappy, and full of heart. Victorian London has never felt so lively — or so dangerous. Five stars, no question. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book but I want to know more *by J***S on 8 November 2022* So,overall this was a great book and I definitely reccomend buying but I want to know what happened with Gaffer and Nursie. I probably read this in a month because I was addicted! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It hurt me *by C***E on 3 September 2024* I'm a long time reader and fan of Jacqueline Wilson. Her books are so simple yet extraordinary insightful and moving. As an adult, her stories catapult me to the realms of children and teenagers that help me remember the pains, agonies and triumphs of my own youth. None of her books have done it more so than The Runaway Girls. Two vulnerable youngsters alone in Victorian England, gutsy and gullible, this raw tale bashed my emotions about like a rag doll as I rooted and cried for Lucy and Kitty. Dame Wilson always delivers, and this book rode right up my street and knocked down the front door. By far, my favourite of her legion , legendary works. She never lets me down, and this book took my breath and stole my heart. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.in/products/435164595-the-runaway-girls](https://www.desertcart.in/products/435164595-the-runaway-girls) --- *Product available on Desertcart India* *Store origin: IN* *Last updated: 2026-09-20*