The Book Doctor — Britney King

From the bestselling author of The Social Affair and HER comes a riveting new thriller about a writer desperate to make a comeback who realizes that success may cost more than he can afford to pay when a stranger arrives at his door. George is bitter. As he should be. Once a household name, George is dying to make a comeback, and death may be the only option left to get the public's attention. Ask anyone, his life is unraveling at the seams. Meanwhile, his new apprentice is everything he is not.  The enigmatic man his publisher sends to help is young and ambitious, with looks that could kill, and possibly do. When George discovers that his apprentice's talent extends beyond fixing broken plots, that his winning formula may, in fact, be a result of making the crimes in his novels come to life, George has to ask himself how much he is willing to overlook to achieve mainstream success. Perfectly paced, The Book Doctor is an electrifying psychological thriller about a life's work, obsession, and the dangerous places ambition can take you. Full of enough tension and twists to make even the most seasoned suspense reader break out in a cold sweat, it keeps you guessing until the very last page. What readers are saying about The Book Doctor:  ★★★★★  This psychological thriller had me hooked from beginning to end! The plot was cleverly crafted and full of unexpected twists and turns. The characters were complex and kept me guessing until the very end. Such a great book! ★★★★★  If you're a fan of suspenseful thrillers, this is the one for you! The pacing was perfect, with just the right amount of tension and intrigue. The psychological aspect was fascinating and kept me hooked throughout. Highly recommended! ★★★★★ Wow, just wow! This psychological thriller is a true gem of the genre. The writing is superb, the characters are well-developed and the story is gripping from start to finish. I can't recommend it enough! ★★★★★ As a fan of psychological thrillers, I've read my fair share of them - but this one blew me away! The plot twists were unexpected and kept me guessing until the very end. The writing was top-notch and the characters were so well-realized that I felt like I knew them personally. Simply amazing. ★★★★★ This psychological thriller is not to be missed! The storyline was captivating and the characters were so well-developed that I became invested in their journey. The pacing and tension were just right, making for an exciting and unforgettable read. Highly, highly recommended!