Jacob Finch Bonner had always dreamed of being a writer. His first novel even made the “New & Noteworthy” section of the New York Times Book Review. But that didn’t translate into success, and after his second book barely made a blip, he can’t seem to get anything else published, or even find any inspiration to keep writing.
He’s been relegated to teaching in a crappy MFA program and hoping he’ll find ideas. One semester his most arrogant student, Evan Parker, tells Jacob he doesn’t need his help, because he has the perfect plot for a book—a book that is sure to be a total sensation. Jacob doesn’t believe a word Evan says...until Evan tells him the plot of his book.
Almost three years later, Jacob’s trajectory continues downward. While lamenting his life he realizes that he never saw the fanfare he expected once Evan’s book was released. Was it not as good as Evan thought? After some research, he finds that Evan died shortly after leaving the MFA program.
If Evan died and the book was never published...what else could Jake do? And Evan was right—the publication of Jake’s newest novel takes him to heights he’d always dreamed of. He’s riding high: a movie adaptation in the works, the book in people’s hands everywhere he looks. And then one day he gets an email: “You are a thief.”
As more emails arrive, Jake is desperate to figure out who is sending them. If Evan died, who knew about his book idea? Will Jake be able to stop his world from crashing down?
I was addicted to The Plot from the first page and could not go to bed until I finished. Korelitz created such a thought-provoking book and a twisty thriller that honestly kept me guessing. This was so good!!
Celadon Books provided me with a complimentary advance copy of the book in exchange for an unbiased review. Thanks for making it available!!
The Plot publishes 5/11!!
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