Protagonist who flees Manchester after a violent sexual encounter, steals a car, and seeks refuge at his former girlfriend Louise's flat in Dalston. He seduces Louise's flatmate Sophie, wanders London expounding his cynical worldview to strangers, gets brutally beaten by thugs, and ultimately abandons Louise to steal money from Sophie before disappearing again.
Their past relationship shapes Johnny's return and Louise's conflicted response.
Louise is identified as Johnny's former girlfriend from Manchester, and he seeks refuge in her Dalston home.
Johnny treats Sophie as a temporary sexual interest rather than a lasting partner.
Johnny seduces Sophie after arriving at Louise's flat but soon tires of her.
Johnny's injury and noisy fit disrupt Jeremy's occupation of the flat.
Johnny reaches the flat in terrible condition and has a fit that wakes the sleeping Jeremy.
Sandra provides practical medical care when Johnny is badly beaten.
Sandra, identified as a nurse, returns early and tends to Johnny's severe injuries.
Their encounter is based on conversation and contrasting views of work and escape.
Johnny meets Brian, a security guard, and discusses Brian's tedious job and plans to move to a seaside cottage.
Their connection is a short meeting during Johnny's wandering.
Johnny encounters Archie, a young Scottish man searching Brewer Street for his girlfriend Maggie.
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