Natalie C. Parker, The Assassin's Guide to Dating with Rainy Day Books

This event includes a talk between Natalie and Tessa, along with an opportunity to get your book signed and personalized.

"Offering something for everyone, these assassins slay!" —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

Tru and Lila confront shadowy new enemies, dangerous powers and maybe even their first date in this high-octane sequel

At the secretive Underhill agency for those with superhuman abilities, Tru and Lila—a virtually indestructible bastion and an explosive bombshell, respectively—are trying to navigate their talents, careers, and budding relationship. But the perception of bombshells like Lila has soured—their actions, and even their heart rates, are now heavily monitored, and no one trusts a bombshell not to go off. All this scrutiny is hindering not just Lila’s missions but also her attempts to finally go on a real date with Tru. After all, romance can quicken a pulse just as much as danger! As Lila’s bitterness escalates, she meets Ryan, a talented young man from an organization with a lawless reputation who tells her to call him if she gets tired of following the rules. But who is Lila, if not someone who follows all the rules? Is she the person feared by the community stifling her, or the person seen by the ruthless stranger promising freedom and power? This is a fast-paced thriller with high romantic stakes and unforgettable characters.

Natalie C. Parker is the author and editor of several books for young adults, among them the acclaimed Seafire trilogy. Her work has been included on the NPR Best Books list, the Indie Next List, the TAYSHAS ReadingList, and Junior Library Guild selections. Natalie grew up in a Navy family, finding home in coastal cities from Virginia to Japan. Now she lives with her wife on the Kansas prairie. Find her at nataliecparker.com.

Tessa Gratton is the New York Times Bestselling author of adult and YA novels and short stories that have been translated into twenty-two languages, including the YA queer fairy tales Strange Grace and Night Shine, and the acclaimed Shakespeare retellings The Queens of Innis Lear and Lady Hotspur. Several of their works are Junior Library Guild selections and have been nominated multiple times for the Otherwise Award. Their most recent work includes the sexy epic fantasy The Mercy Makers, and novels of Star Wars: The High Republic. Though they have lived all over the world, they currently reside at the edge of the Kansas prairie with their wife. Queer, nonbinary, she/he/they.

Please Note: There are no refunds for this event. If you are unable to attend, your book will be available for pickup at Rainy Day Books starting the following day. If you are not local, we'll be happy to mail it to you upon request. Thank you for your support!

We will hold your event book in-store for a maximum of 6 months following the event. If you have not retrieved your book in that time period, it will be donated.

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