Who owns a secret?
In the glimmering labyrinth of New York's book publishing industry, where every title could be a ticket to fame or a precursor to downfall, Monkey Me, Monkey You weaves a compelling tale of mystery that blurs the line between the cozy corners of a mystery novel and the sharp edges of a police procedural. Nevada Leacock, a veteran book editor at the prestigious Fraser Greene publishing house, has a discerning eye for detail and an unwavering passion for the written word. Her world, usually confined to the margins of manuscripts and the orderliness of text, is violently upended when an active shooter's rampage turns the Fraser Greene office into a scene more harrowing than any imagined thriller. As the shooter escapes and the hostages emerge, Nevada learns of the death of Jasper Inniskillen, a once-celebrated author in the Fraser Greene catalog. The timing is as suspicious as the demise itself, and Nevada's instincts tell her the two events are more than just coincidentally aligned. Determined to uncover the truth, Nevada embarks on an investigative journey that pulls her deep into the underbelly of the literary world she thought she knew. From the sparkling façades of the annual Book Fair, where authors are crowned and deals are made, to the deceptive tranquility of Long Island's elite enclaves, every discovery Nevada makes is laced with more danger than the last. Monkey Me Monkey You is not just a story of murder and intrigue; it's an exploration of the power of ambition and the lengths to which individuals will go to protect their secrets. It's about the stories we tell ourselves and the lies we weave into our narratives to keep the inconvenient truths at bay. Don't miss out on this year's most thrilling literary puzzle, where each clue unravels a part of the human soul, and every chapter brings you closer to the core of a meticulously crafted enigma. Monkey Me, Monkey You is your invitation to dive headfirst into the enthralling and perilous depths of literary intrigue. |