Envy

A gripping romantic suspense novel by Sandra Brown, first published in 2001. The story follows Maris Matherly-Reed, a successful New York book editor who receives an extraordinary manuscript titled Envy. Captivated by its brilliance, she becomes determined to meet the mysterious author. Her search leads her to Parker Evans, a reclusive and physically scarred writer living in isolation. As Maris delves deeper into the manuscript's origins, she becomes entangled in a dangerous web of murder, jealousy, betrayal, and long-buried secrets. The novel masterfully blends psychological suspense with romance, keeping readers guessing until the final pages.