Saturday, July 27, 2013

A DANGEROUS FICTION by Barbara Rogan

I read a lot of great books, but this one is outstanding! I resented every moment I had to be away from it—and I read it from cover to cover today.

Literary agency Jo Donovan has a gift for choosing winning manuscripts and nurturing her authors. Unfortunately, she also has to say no more often than not. One aspiring author, however, just won't take no for an answer—"Sam Spade" accosts her outside her office, insisting she's the only agent for him. Quickly, Jo's whole world is turned about—from sabotage to her agency to her personal life. 

While telling her story, Jo gives the reader a full insight into the publishing business as only an insider could. She should—her creator, Barbara Rogan once owned a literary agency. She now teaches writing.

A Dangerous Fiction will get my vote for best mystery novel next year.

FTC Disclosure - This book was provided by the publisher.

1 comment:

Barbara Rogan said...

Just wanted to thank you for the lovely review of A DANGEROUS FICTION. I'm glad you also found it de-mystifying as far as the publishing industry is concerned--I was hoping it would have that effect.

Great review--much appreciated!