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Join us at Brookline Booksmith to celebrate the release of Daisy with author Katie Cotugno, in conversation with Lucy Keating.
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Daisy
THE PAST GLITTERS. THE TRUTH KILLS.
Whatever happened to Daisy Buchanan? The psychological suspense debut from a New York Times bestselling author that reimagines Fitzgerald’s iconic heroine as a contemporary Long Island socialite in the aftermath of Gatsby’s death.
Daisy Buchanan is the top society hostess on East Egg, Long Island, with a successful husband, two beautiful children, and a jaw-dropping house. No one knows that she needs a few Klonopin to get through the day, to forget the unforgettable—that the love of her life, Jay Gatsby, was killed two summers ago. But when Daisy’s best friend, Jordan Baker, is found dead in her pool the morning after her husband Tom's opulent 40th birthday party, Daisy’s fragile peace is shattered. When people get close to her, they have the awful habit of dying, and she needs to find out why.
As the police investigate Jordan’s M**der, Daisy spirals into her own toxic cocktail of revelations and confusion. Is someone watching her, or is that the gin talking? What was it that Jordan wanted to tell her right before she died, and did that secret lead to her demise? Is whoever killed Jordan coming for Daisy next…and has that person been here all along?
With razor-sharp social commentary, immersive details, and a propulsive pace, Daisy is an unputdownable read that shines a (bright green) light on one of American literature’s most iconic romantic heroines.
Katie Cotugno is the author of more than a dozen books for readers of all ages. She is also the co-author, with Candace Bushnell, of Rules for Being a Girl. Her books have been honored by the Junior Library Guild, the Bank Street Children’s Book Committee, and the Kentucky Association of School Librarians, among others, and translated into more than fifteen languages. Katie is a Pushcart Prize nominee whose work has appeared in The Iowa Review, the Mississippi Review, and Argestes, as well as many other literary magazines. She studied Writing, Literature and Publishing at Emerson College and received her MFA in fiction at Lesley University. She lives in Boston with her family.
Lucy Keating is the author of What If I Do (releasing from Zando/Slowburn in May 2027) and the young adult novels Dreamology, Literally, and Ride with Me. She writes contemporary romance with just a pinch of weird—stories filled with emotional honesty, humor, and gorgeous New England settings.
Before becoming a novelist, Lucy worked at Alloy Entertainment, helping create stories in the worlds of Gossip Girl, The Vampire Diaries, and Pretty Little Liars, where she developed a lifelong appreciation for big cliffhangers and irresistible hooks. She lives in Massachusetts with her husband, son, and rescue pup, Hank.
About Brookline Booksmith
Brookline Booksmith, thriving in the heart of Coolidge Corner in Brookline, Massachusetts, since 1961, is one of New England’s premier independent bookstores. We offer a vast selection of books, ranging from current bestsellers to the most eclectic titles. We are also known for our beautiful and inspired gifts. Customers buy and sell gently used books in our treasured Used Book Cellar and enjoy our bountiful bargain book selection. We host award-winning events series (including our groundbreaking Transnational Literature Series), offering more than 300 author talks, community conversations, and book clubs annually. Find more at brooklinebooksmith.com!
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Brookline Booksmith, 279 Harvard Street, Brookline, United States
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