Twisted Passages

Award-winning writer, director, and actress, Ally Walker, discusses her debut novel, THE LIGHT RUNNER. When the husband of a murder victim is admitted to the psychiatric hospital where she works, Dr. Ella Kramer’s first instinct is to help. But a series of unnerving incidents make Ella begin to question everything…including reality itself. "A haunting, cerebral thriller."—Sarah Wayne Callies, Actress, Writer & DirectorListen in as we chat about how society marginalizes those battling mental illnesses, how and why Ally turned that approach on its ear, and discover the real life place I want to go with one of her characters. (Spoiler alert: Listen carefully for the adorable snores of one precious English bulldog!)

Licensed psychotherapist and thriller author, Dennis Palumbo, discusses the newest release in his Daniel Rinaldi series, PANIC ATTACK. When a mascot is gunned down at the football game he’s attending, a psychologist Daniel Rinaldi is drawn into the investigation. But the killer isn’t done, and if he’s not careful, Daniel may just end up in a sniper’s crosshairs. “…strictly for late night readers...”―Kirkus ReviewsListen in as we chat about the differences between guilt and shame, one of the proudest moments of Dennis’ life, and share the smiles over some great punchlines! 

International and New York Times bestselling author, as well as recipient of a CBE for his services to literature, Anthony Horowitz, discusses the new release in his Hawthorne and Horowitz series, A DEADLY EPISODE. The actor playing Hawthorne in the film adaptation of the first Hawthorne and Horowitz mystery novel is murdered. But was the actor the intended target, or is the real Hawthorne caught in the cross hairs of a killer? “…delicious dry humor with a rigorous fair-play whodunit…This series is in peak form.”―Publishers Weekly, (starred review) Listen in as we chat about the distinction between the bonds we have and those we wish to have, the danger of becoming a pressed flower, and the moment when Antony comes up with a new plot idea for a future story! (And yes, it was a huge challenge to refrain from devolving into fangirl pudding throughout.)

Professor and author, Jennifer N. Brown, discusses her new release, THE LOST BOOK OF ELIZABETH BARTON. The discovery of the lost book of Tudor era nun and prophetess, Elizabeth Barton, earns Allison an exclusive invite to an intimate conference of luminaries. But Elizabeth was killed for running afoul of the wrong people, and if Allison isn’t careful, she may share her fate. “…prophecy, passion, and peril converge in a page-turning thriller…”―Patti Callahan Henry, New York Times bestselling author Listen in as we chat about why she chose to write about Elizabeth Barton’s book, how some of the most notable seers of the past became powerful tools for others, and discover the very cool reason why she knows about moody manors in the English countryside! 

Professor and thriller author, Amin Ahmad, discusses his new release, A KILLER IN THE FAMILY. A young man goes through with an arranged marriage only to find that when it comes to his wife’s powerful family, all that glitters isn’t gold. The deeper he digs, the more he learns about the family’s dark secrets and just how far they’ll go to keep them.  “The deliciously twisty plot will have you reading—and guessing—late into the night!”—Angie Kim, New York Times bestselling author Listen in as we chat about how his background inspires such fantastic settings, how privilege and expectation converge in damaging ways, and find out which POV is the easiest for him to write. (HINT: It’s likely to make you laugh as hard as I did!) Learn more about Amin at: aminahmadbooks.com

Acclaimed thriller author, Callie Kazumi, discusses her new release, GREEDY. A down and out gambling addict finds salvation when a billionaire hires him as her new chef. But the tastes of the powerful and privileged aren’t conventional and he’ll have to decide how far will he go to satisfy her deadly tastes. “Dark and delectable, I devoured Greedy in three sittings.”—B. A. Paris, New York Times bestselling authorListen in as we chat about why she resisted a pivotal change to the main character, how being a good partner doesn’t necessarily make you a good parent, and hear the cutest off camera cough from an adorable girl named Betsy!

USA Today bestselling author, Sue Watson, discusses her new release, YOU ME HER. A woman finally arrives at the house her husband has been renovating for her and their young son. But secrets hide within the walls of the new property and if she’s not careful, uncovering them may be the last thing she ever does.  “…the amount of twists is unbelievable…I must pick my jaw up off the floor.”―Jessica’s Book BizListen in as we chat about how important is to step outside of what we’ve been conditioned to think, how a romance can turn into a thriller, and what can happen when you leave everything behind! 

Internationally bestselling author, Robyn Harding, discusses her new release, STRANGERS IN THE VILLA. In a remote villa on the coast of Spain, an American couple is trying to salvage their broken marriage. The arrival of a cute, young couple seems like the perfect chance to get things back on track…but opening their door to strangers may just costs them everything, including their lives. “…clever, intriguing, and deliciously tricky…An irresistible page-turner from start to finish."―Liv Constantine, New York Times bestselling authorListen in as we chat about how sometimes strangers can see us better than we see ourselves, one of the coolest book promotion ideas ever, and the truth about some “deadly” creatures that dwell in Robyn’s home! 

New York Times bestselling author, Kate Alice Marshall, discusses her new release, THE GIRLS BEFORE. A search and rescue expert suspects a girl has gone missing on land belonging to the town’s most prominent family. The deeper she digs, the more she realizes that if she wants to save this girl, she must also find out what happened to the girls before. But how much is she willing to sacrifice to uncover the truth? “…the ultimate in a creepy locked room setting. With its shocking twists and stunning final reveal…the ultimate page-turner.”―Robyn Harding, internationally bestselling author Listen in as we chat about a very special thing that happened between scheduling Kate on the show and our actual interview, the complexities of “messy girls,” and her jaw dropping commute to work! 

New York Times and #1 internationally bestselling author, Steve Berry, discusses his new release, THE DEVIL’S BIBLE. When the princess of Sweden is kidnapped, the price for her return is a highly prized medieval manuscript called The Devil’s Bible. As international tensions rise, former Justice Department operative, Cotton Malone, must navigate a deadly web of shifting allies and enemies…but will the price of success be too high to pay? “An exciting tale of blood, betrayal, and bravery.” ―Kirkus (starred review)Listen in as we chat about what he saw while traveling in Sweden that sparked the idea for this story, the complexities of the repatriation of art and artifacts, and find out whether there is one dream item from antiquity he’d like to find! 

USA Today bestselling author, Danielle Girard discusses her new release, PINY SWEAR. Days before her surrogate is scheduled to deliver Lexi’s baby, the woman disappears. Lexi soon realizes her surrogate has been keeping secrets—ones that will threaten everything she holds dear. "Visceral, tense, and shocking…an absolute must read.—Jeneva Rose, #1 New York Times bestselling authorListen in as we chat about different forms of motherhood, the expectations society puts on women, and what special rituals she engaged in with her gal pals when she was little!

Critically acclaimed thriller author, Taylor Adams, discusses his new release, HER LAST BREATH. Two friends set off to explore in a cave in the remote reaches of the Pacific Northwest only to find that they won’t be alone on their adventure. As one horror after another unfolds, questions about each of the women start piling up…but will they survive to find out the answers? “A white-knuckle, read-in-a-sitting thrill ride.”—Riley Sager, New York Times bestselling author Listen in as we chat about the nature of courage, why his female protagonists often incorporate elements from a famous, but controversial, Christmas movie, and what he’d bring along on a caving expedition!

New York Times bestselling author, BA Paris, discusses her chilling new release, WHEN I KILL YOU. Elle believes she knows who has kidnapped and murdered a young woman, and she’ll go to any lengths to make sure he is held accountable. Years later, the repercussions of those dark choices are coming back to haunt her…and they may just kill her. “This satisfyingly creepy novel is a solid addition to Paris’s collection of nail-biters, including Behind Closed Doors and The Guest.”―Library JournalListen in as we discuss the incredible real life experience that inspired this story, the dangers facing civilians who try to become armchair detectives, and what part of herself Bernadette likes to insert into her books.

Debut author, Marisa Walz, discusses her new release, GOOD INTENTIONS. A successful wedding planner’s perfect world is shattered when her twin sister dies in a tragic accident. Wracked with grief, she fixates on another woman whose life has been destroyed by tragedy. How far will she go to be part of this other woman’s life, and will she be able to stop before this new obsession takes an irreversible turn? “A compulsive and chilling exploration of grief, obsession, and voyeurism.” —Jeneva Rose, #1 New York Times bestselling authorListen in as we chat about the pros and cons of good intentions, the intersection of grief and fear, and why she wanted this story to move readers. 

Award-winning short story and multiple series author, Nancy Cole Silverman, discusses her latest release, A SPY IN SAIGON. A travel journalist on assignment in Vietnam becomes the target for international intrigue when her undercover courier assignment blows up in her face. As the pressure to return to the US intensifies, she uncovers a horrific criminal enterprise­—one for which she may be forced to make the ultimate sacrifice. “Deviously plotted and deliciously described…a pulse-pounding thriller…”—James L’Etoile, award-winning author Listen in as we chat about acceptance, Nancy’s adventures in jungle tunnels, and the source of a very special little metallic jingle that accompanies our chat. (Spoiler: If you watch on You Tube you’ll spot the source sooner, podcast listeners will find out at the end of the episode!) 

New York Times bestselling author, Jenna Blum, discusses her latest release, MURDER YOUR DARLINGS. When mid-career novelist, Sam Vetiver, is swept off her feet by the A-list author of her dreams, his stalker sets out to steal her new found bliss. The twisted triangle takes a dark turn as one author after another dies, making Sam wonder if she’ll be next. “…will have you cracking up while you’re checking under your bed.”—Karin Slaughter, New York Times bestselling authorListen in as we chat about how vulnerability sometimes makes us targets for predators, physical and emotional isolation, and why I was hoping for a side braid while mulling over the idea of narcissist camp! 

USA Today bestselling author, Aaron Philip Clark, discusses his latest release, THE BLUEST NIGHT. The half-brotherTrevor Finnegan just learned about has disappeared. When Avery is found, he claims he can’t remember what happened to him, or why his wife is now dead. Deep in the idyllic Malibu hills, Trevor races to uncover terrifying secrets for which he may pay the ultimate price. "…a storyteller of immense talent.”―Stephen Mack Jones, Hammett Award & Nero Prize-winning authorListen in as we chat about the emotional cost of investigative work, why music helps dispel the darkness, and the awesome new project he has in the works!

 TV and film veteran, Jeff Rake, (creator of the hit series, Manifest) and USA Today bestselling and award nominated author, Rob Hart, discuss their new release, DETOUR. A team of astronauts launches into outer space carrying the hope for humanity’s future. But things change while they’re away, and the differences are chilling. How far will they go to figure out what happened while they were in space, and whether things can ever go back to the way they were?  "A fast-paced, cinematic space…will leave you breathless, anxious, and questioning everything you know.”—Delilah S. Dawson, New York Times bestselling authorListen in as we chat about why the people in stories matter, what makes us who we are, and their favorite episodes of the TV show we all watched as kids!

USA Today bestselling author, Carlene O’Connor, discusses her new release, COME THROUGH YOUR DOOR. A woman is found wandering outside in her nightgown in the middle of a storm with no memory of how she got there, or why there is a dead woman in her bed. Her friend seeks out the truth, but someone will go to any length to keep her from it. “…creepy, chilling, and spine-tingling…you won’t be able to put it down.”—Flippin' Pages Book Reviews  Listen in as we chat about how she chose the wonderful Irish settings of Dingle and Kilkenny, the hair-raising spot she snuck into while conducting research, and the very cool way her future as a thriller author was foretold!

Internationally bestselling author, Niklas Natt och Dag, discusses his new release, HOPE AND DESTINY. When a revolution rises in northern Sweden in 1434, the nobility scrambles to come out on the winning side. With so much at stake, betrayal abounds, and murder is inevitable. "…a grand piece of historical fiction…everything you could wish for in a story: kings and rebels, betrayals and murder..." —Fredrik Backman, The New YorkerListen in as we chat about his famous ancestor, the powerful topics he didn’t shy away from, and the importance of a little tennis table in Stockholm! 

Award-winning author, Sue Hinkin, discusses her new release, THE SNAKE HANDLER’S WIFE. When a run of bad luck strikes her ranch, Lucy turns to her partner’s estranged daughter to help take care of her four-year-old son. She soon discovers the young woman is married to a charismatic cult leader who wants to take everything from Lucy…including her life. “Darkly riveting and disturbingly real…”—BestThrillers.com

Editor, author, and host, Jeff Circle, joins award nominee, Mindy Carlson, to discuss the incredible new anthology, MYOPIC DUPLICITY. Including a powerful forward from nationally bestselling author, Eli Cranor, this collection of 16 compelling short stories asks whether the ends can ever justify the means. “The best crime stories challenge our own convictions, and Myopic Duplicity hits the mark every time.”—Holly West, Anthony Award-winning editor and author 

Bestselling author, Jamie Day, discusses his suspenseful new release, THE LAKE ESCAPE. An annual friend’s trip to the lake takes a dark turn when the woman one of them is dating disappears. Suspicion abounds and friendships are tested as each of the remaining friends wonders if the next lake tragedy will be their own. “A master storyteller with wit and style.” —William Landay, New York times bestselling author 

New York Times bestselling author, Marc Cameron, discusses his pulse-pounding new release, DEAD LINE. Deputy U.S. Marshal Arliss Cutter and his partner must save a government witness from cold-blooded assassins. But in the brutal Alaskan wilderness besieged by snow and ice, it will take everything they have to make it out alive. “I can’t think of another writer whose work I admire more." —William Kent Krueger, New York Times bestselling author

USA Today bestselling and multiple award-winning author, Hank Phillippi Ryan, discusses her incredible new release, ALL THIS COULD BE YOURS. While traveling from city to city on a whirlwind book tour, a debut author becomes the target of a stalker who wants to expose her darkest secrets. Can she figure out who is after her before she loses everything…including her life? “Engrossing―with a twist that left me reeling!”―Freida McFadden, #1 New York Times bestselling authorListen in as we dive into the nature of author/reader relationships, how her experiences influence as a television reporter influence her outlook on life, and how the most trivial things can turn insidious on book tour!

Awesome author, Alexandra Wilson, discusses her thrilling new release, THE WITNESS. A young man is arrested for murder based on overwhelming eye witness testimony. One of the attorneys on his defense team believes he’s innocent. The secrets she uncovers will set him free if she can prove them, but will the cost be too high a price to pay? “An authentic, tense legal thriller...”—Harriet Tyce, Sunday Times Bestselling AuthorListen in as we chat about how you can still be an outcast in your own groups, whether justice is achievable, and how she creates those amazing Perry Mason moments! (Non-book related spoiler: the subject of that painting above her is this adorable pup!)

Award-winning author, Mary Watson, discusses her twisty new release, THE CLEANER. A close knit group of neighbors in a posh community hires the same cleaner. One by one, they open up their homes and their lives to her, never guessing she is dead set on revenge. “The ultimate one sitting read.”—Kimberly Belle, Internationally Bestselling AuthorListen in as we chat about how her own experience with immigration influenced the story, where the quest for justice becomes a need for revenge, and why I’m so obsessed with one of the rooms in her fictional cottage!

New York Times bestselling author, Chevy Steven, discusses her fantastic new release, THE HITCHHIKERS. Unaware of the sinister secret they are hiding, a couple offers a ride to two seemingly nice, young hitchhikers. As one horror after another unfolds on the road, the couple must decide how far they are willing to go to make it home alive. "…frightening and viscerally chilling ..." –Karin Slaughter, New York Times bestselling author

NAACP Image Award-nominated author, L.S. Stratton, discusses her latest release, IN DEADLY COMPANY. When an executive assistant’s boss is found dead, suspicion abounds. The public wants to know everything they can about that night, but the truth about whether she is guilty or innocent is her truth to tell. "Stratton truly can do it all when it comes to mysteries!"—CrimeReadsListen in as we chat about whether tolerance is a super power or a super weakness, the importance of mentorship, and why I need to see a therapist after my response to one of her characters!

Award-winning author, Carmen Amato, discusses her incredible latest release, BARRACUDA BAY. When the Mayor of Acapulco’s sister is found murdered, Detective Emilia Cruz is plunged into a high stakes investigation with deadly consequences. As the mayoral election looms, Emilia will go farther than she ever has before to bring the killer to justice. “A thrilling series.”–National Public Radio

New York Times bestselling author of twenty books, Denise Mina, discusses her incredible new release, THE GOOD LIAR. A blood spatter expert realizes the method she invented to convict murderers isn’t reliable. More importantly, it’s been used to hide a real murderer. Will she destroy her reputation by revealing the truth…when doing so will make her the killer’s next target? “…a taut, propulsive mystery about family, truth, and morality. Denise Mina is such a talent.”―Alafair Burke, New York Times bestselling author

Bestselling authors, Johana Gustawsson & Thomas Enger, discuss their twisty new release, SON. Seven years after a woman’s nine year old son went missing, the two teens who had been his best childhood friends are violently murdered in a small Norwegian town. Using her expertise in body language and memory, she must separate truth from lies before anyone else dies. “… a haunting tale that concludes with a sickening double twist…everything a crime novel should be—and more.”—Sunday TimesListen in as we chat about how they decided on a protagonist with such amazing superpowers, why we are always comparing ourselves to others, and find out which character everyone secretly wishes was their dad!

New York Times bestselling author, Anne Hillerman, discusses her new fabulous release, SHADOW OF THE SOLSTICE. With a pending visit from Washington looming on the horizon, Navajo Nation Police Lieutenant Jim Chee and Officer Bernadette Manuelito become embroiled in the investigation of an unidentified corpse. As pressures intensify at work, additional pressures boil up at home—all with the potential for deadly consequences. "Anne Hillerman is a star."—J. A. Jance, New York Times bestselling authorListen in as we chat about why hope is so important, the real life events that inspired this story, and find out what makes her heart sing! (And yes, I ask about Robert Redford’s cameo in Dark Winds!)

Bestselling author, JM Dalgliesh, discusses his fantastic release, HOMEWRECKER. When Sophie’s twelve-year-old daughter becomes too much for her school to handle, her husband finds the perfect home tutor. But perfection comes at a price and it might just be everything Sophie holds dear…including her life. “Well written, well thought out, tense and shocking!”—OpenBookPostsListen in as we chat about why Jason writes female characters so well, whether people are inherently good or bad, and find out what he does for fun! (Hint: it’s not a hard guess given that he tells such awesome stories!)

#1 New York Times bestselling author, Lisa Gardner, discusses her new release, KISS HER GOODBYE. Frankie Elkin is the only one willing to take the disappearance of an Afghan refugee seriously. When the woman is seen walking away from the scene of a double murder, Frankie must risk everything to uncover the woman’s secrets before it’s too late. "…a triumph of storytelling…timely, thought-provoking and completely gripping."— Louise Penny, #1 New York Times bestselling authorListen in as we chat about why the research for this book was the hardest in her career, the heartwarming hospitality she received while researching this story, and what unanticipated character captured her heart as well as mine! (Hint: She is around five feet long and her claws go click, click, click!)

#1 New York Times bestselling author, Sarah Pekkanen, discusses her new release, THE LOCKED WARD. A bar owner is shocked when the suspect in a notorious murder reaches out to her for help from behind the walls of a psychiatric ward for violent offenders. The suspect happens to be her long lost sister, who might be an innocent victim in horrible danger…or something far worse. "Psychological suspense at its very best."—LEE CHILD, #1 bestselling author of the Jack Reacher seriesListen in as we chat about how far Sarah went to research this story, how we often misunderstand love, and the amazing work she does through India Street Paws!

Prolific historic mystery author, Heather Redmond, discusses her new release, DEATH AND THE RUNAWAYS. With nowhere else to turn when her brother is accused of murder, future iconic author, Mary Shelley, must dodge the perils of 19th century London to find the real killer. Partnering with renown poet Percy Bhysse Shelley and her stepsister, Mary will face any form of devilry to save this young man’s life. Listen in as we chat about the true life events surrounding the girl who would go on to write Frankenstein, challenges for liberal thinkers, and what cool link to her past Heather discovered in adulthood!

#1 New York Times Bestselling and Edgar Award-winning author, Lisa Scottoline, discusses her new release, THE UNRAVELING OF JULIA. Devastated after the shocking murder of her beloved husband, a young widow finds herself the beneficiary of an estate in Tuscany. But the magical countryside holds such terrifying secrets that it becomes harder and harder to distinguish nightmares from reality. “A stunning novel…will leave you breathless.”—Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling authorListen in as we chat about what happened to Lisa 40 years ago that planted the seed for this story, what rules she broke while traveling in Italy, and why it always has been (and always will be) all about Eve! 

Author Nicci Cloke discusses her fantastic new release, HER MANY FACES. When four powerful men are discovered murdered in their private club, a young woman is forced to stand trial for the killings. While everyone is desperate for the truth to come out, the five men who profess to know her best promise to reveal who she really is and what she really did… but do any of them really know her? “…So original, thrilling and utterly addictive. I loved it."—Alice Feeney, New York Times bestselling authorListen in as we chat about the cool ways she got so good at character psychology, the growing acceptance of conspiracy theories, and find out what bit of holiday magic (turned holiday nightmare) Nicci shared that made me laugh this hard! (HINT: It involves a costume, a garden center, and a lot of broken dreams!!)

Bestselling and award-winning author, Vaseem Khan, discusses his riveting new release, THE GIRL IN CELL A. When a convicted murderer with a spotty memory is freed from prison, she returns to her small town dead set on uncovering the truth. But not everyone wants the past to stay buried and some may be willing to kill to keep it that way. “Thrilling, thought provoking, suspenseful...”—S.A. Cosby, New York Times bestselling authorListen in as we chat about how our memories may be prone to intentional operator error, his penchant for small town Americana, and find out what amazingly cool new project (involving one of the most iconic franchises in history) he has coming up next!!

Award-winning author, Marjorie McCown, discusses the first in her Hollywood Mystery series, FINAL CUT. When the key costumer on the set of Hollywood’s next big blockbuster discovers the body of an assistant director, she becomes the primary suspect. As more and more dangerous accidents befall those on set, she must figure out who is behind it or risk becoming part of the body count. “A must-read movie mystery packed with juicy details from a Hollywood insider...”—Ellen Byron, USA Today bestselling author

Award-winning author, June Gillam, discusses her latest thriller, FALLEN KINGS: UNHOLY SECRETS. A group of extreme zealots in Italy is willing to go to unholy lengths to drastically reduce the role of women in the church. When a young woman lands firmly in their crosshairs, her mother will risk everything to save her. "…will keep the reader engaged well into the night."—Online Book Club

New York Times and internationally bestselling author, Liv Constantine, discusses her twisty new thriller, DON’T OPEN YOUR EYES. A woman’s perfect life is turned upside down when she suspects her nightmares are actually premonitions. Fearing the worst is about to befall those she loves, she must decide how far she is willing to go to stop fate. "Liv Constantine is at the top of her game."—Publishers Weekly

Bestselling author, Sara Foster, discusses her pulse pounding new thriller, WHEN SHE WAS GONE. Accusations fly when a former London police officer’s estranged daughter disappears from the coast of western Australia with the young children of a powerful family. As the investigation turns up terrifying evidence, a mother’s instincts may be all that stands between life and death. “Masterfully told…emotionally gripping and utterly unforgettable…”—NATASHA LESTER, New York Times bestselling author

Pulitzer Prize winner and Edgar Award nominee, Bryan Gruley, discusses his intense new release, BITTERFROST. An ex-hockey player with a history of violence wakes up to the smell of blood. When he’s accused of a double murder, he’ll do everything in his power to prove his innocence. But filling the gaps in his memory may prove deadly. “Visceral, vivid, and suspenseful...Masterfully done.”—Meg Gardiner, #1 New York Times bestselling author

Crime fiction author, Nick Kolakowski, discusses his gritty new release, WHERE THE BONES LIE. An ex-Hollywood fixer is approached by the daughter of a notorious smuggler and murderer who wants to know who killed her father and why. There will be a price to uncovering the mystery, and it may just be their lives. “…buckle up and hold on for a heady ride.” –Meg Gardiner, #1 New York Times bestselling author

Thriller author, Jaclyn Goldis, discusses her riveting new release, THE SAFARI. A wealthy family arrives at an exclusive South African resort to celebrate their matriarch’s second wedding. Before the ceremony starts, she is brutally murdered. The remaining family members must figure out who did it before they all end up dead. "…will have you up all night…A must read!”—Heather Gudenkauf, New York Times bestselling author

Twenty-four time USA Today bestselling author, Sarina Bowen, discusses her suspenseful new release, DYING TO MEET YOU. Heartbroken after her boyfriend dumps her with no explanation, an architect begins passively stalking his movements on a tracker app. When she finally decides to confront him, she doesn’t find him with another woman…she finds him dead. She must uncover the real killer or risk ending up like her ex. “…a twisty and atmospheric delight!"―Publishers Weekly

Debut thriller author, Jessie Garcia, discusses her incredibly clever release, THE BUSINESS TRIP. Two women who met briefly on a plane go missing. Before their disappearance, they had texted friends about a new love interest…who happened to be the same man. As one red flag follows another who survives, and how, balances on a razor’s edge. ”Wickedly entertaining and impossible to predict…a stunning debut by a writer to watch!" ―Jeneva Rose, New York Times bestselling author

New York Times bestselling author, Gillian McAllister, discusses her twisty new thriller, FAMOUS LAST WORDS. A woman’s world turns upside down when she learns the kind and wonderful husband she adores is involved in an active hostage situation. But instead of being one of the hostages…he’s the gunman. "An incredible, gripping, thrilling read."—Lisa Jewell, #1 New York Times bestselling author