In All the Dangerous Things by J.T. Ellison, celebrated author Columbia Jones seems to have it all—hit books, a movie deal, and global fame. But on the last night of her book tour, she collapses in front of a crowd and is found dead the next morning in a pool of blood. The world is shocked, and her daughter, Darian, is left to pick up the pieces. At first, the police have no leads, but soon, details emerge about Columbia’s illicit past, revealing multiple people with motives to kill her. As a determined reporter and frustrated detective dig deeper, the truth threatens to shatter lives and expose long-hidden secrets. With her own mother’s dark history coming to light, Darian must navigate the fallout as she uncovers the unsettling truth behind Columbia’s murder.
Publisher: Thomas & Mercer (November 1, 2024); Pages: 446 pages; ISBN-13: 978-1662520334; ASIN: B0CP8H981Z
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Author biography: J.T. Ellison is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over 30 novels, as well as the EMMY® award-winning co-host of the literary TV show A WORD ON WORDS. She also writes urban fantasy under the pen name Joss Walker. With millions of books in print, her work has earned critical acclaim, prestigious awards, and television options, and has been published in 28 countries. J.T. lives in Nashville with her husband and twin kittens, one of which is a ghost, and is currently working on her next novel. Instagram @thrillerchick
Summary: Bestselling author Columbia Jones is murdered after a book tour, leaving her daughter and publicist reeling. As dark secrets emerge, many are revealed to have motives, and the truth threatens to destroy lives.