Hot Desk

In this engaging novel set in the post-pandemic publishing industry, rival editors Rebecca Blume and Ben Heath share a workspace, leading to a humorous exchange of passive-aggressive Post-it notes on their shared cactus. Their rivalry intensifies when the literary icon Edward David Adams passes away, prompting a fierce competition over his estate. As Rebecca uncovers a connection between her mother, Jane, and the late icon, the narrative shifts to the early 1980s, exploring Jane's friendship with the glamorous Rose as they navigate the dynamic world of publishing. Their intertwined stories reveal past choices that will challenge all three women to reconcile with their ambitions and relationships.