Off Season

About the book

#1 New York Times bestselling author of Big Summer and Mrs. Everything draws inspiration from Shirley Jackson and Stephen King to present a chilling story about an author desperate to breathe new life into her career.

Sarah Vernon has dedicated two decades to pursuing her dream of becoming a successful novelist... without much success. Despite her efforts, none of her books have gained significant traction, and she has never been able to sustain herself solely through writing fiction. Following her latest disappointment, Sarah's agent severed ties, leaving her feeling defeated. Determined to make one final push for literary stardom, Sarah is willing to go to great lengths.

Enter Will Presser, also known as The Viper, a renowned literary agent with a track record for catapulting authors to fame. After a business meeting that segues into a mysterious night at Will's apartment, Sarah wakes up to find herself offered a chance to turn her fortunes around. Will proposes a writer's retreat on Elder Island, a secluded summer escape for the elite, where he promises Sarah complete privacy and creative freedom. Grateful for the opportunity, Sarah accepts without hesitation.

Isolated in a grand estate on Elder Island, Sarah's writing flows effortlessly. Immersed in her narrative, she ignores the unsettling dreams and strange occurrences that unsettle her. Each day brings her closer to her story, and she is enamored by Will's involvement in her success.

Yet, as Sarah delves deeper into the intricacies of Elder Island, she realizes that achieving success may demand more than she bargained for. Every deal has its consequences, and Sarah is about to discover that the fine print can hold grave implications.