I Need You to Read This: A Novel Authored By Jessa Maxwell

In the latest mystery from the author of The Golden Spoon, Alex Marks finds herself entangled in a deadly puzzle that threatens to unravel her carefully constructed life. Years ago, Alex fled to New York City seeking a fresh start. Now, she leads a quiet existence, confined to her routine coffee shop visits, a mundane copywriting job, and a life devoid of romantic entanglements. Her world is shattered when she learns of the brutal murder of her childhood idol, Francis Keen, the celebrated advice columnist behind Dear Constance.

Francis’s death strikes a personal chord for Alex, whose dark times were soothed by Francis’s wise words. Driven by a sudden impulse, Alex applies for the vacant position left by Francis’s death and is unexpectedly hired. As she takes on the role of solving others' problems, she begins to receive ominous, potentially threatening letters. The mystery of Francis’s murder remains unsolved, casting suspicion on everyone around Alex, including her enigmatic boss, Howard Dimitri, who has a troubling habit of staying late and drinking excessively.

As Alex delves deeper into the circumstances surrounding Francis’s murder, she finds herself drawn into a web of intrigue and danger. Her own hidden secrets surface, adding to the peril. The search for the killer leads Alex from the bustling streets of Manhattan to Francis’s secluded summer house, where she must confront the possibility that the murderer is closer than she imagined. The Golden Spoon author’s new thriller is a suspenseful and cunningly crafted tale of deceit, danger, and the search for truth, keeping readers guessing until the very end. 📚❤️