Overview
- Published on Oct. 14, the novel is being promoted with joint interviews and events following its New York launch.
- The story centers on Maggie McCabe, a former army combat surgeon drawn into a high-stakes conspiracy involving oligarchs and dark money.
- Witherspoon pushed for a capable, non‑sexualized female lead whose intelligence and medical expertise drive the action.
- Coben says the pair communicated daily during writing, making this the first time he has collaborated on a novel.
- Coben credits Witherspoon with prompting a change to the ending, reflecting her hands‑on influence over key creative choices.