The Audacity of Sara Grayson: A Novel

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What happens when the worlds greatest literary icon dies before she finishes the final book in her best-selling series

And what happens when she leaves that book in the hands of her unstable, neurotic daughter, who swears shes not a real writer

Sara Grayson is a thirty-two-year-old greeting card writer about to land the toughest assignment of her life. Three weeks after the death of her mothera world-famous suspense novelistSara learns that her mothers dying wish is for her to write the final book in her bestselling series.

Sara has lived alone with her dog, Gatsby, ever since her husband walked out with their Pro Double Waffle Maker and her last shred of confidence. She cant fathom writing a book for thirty million fansnot when last weeks big win was resetting the microwave clock.

But in a bold move that surprises even herself, Sara takes it on. Against an impossible deadline and a publisher intent on sabotaging her every move, Sara discovers that stepping into her mothers shoes means stumbling on family secrets she was never meant to findsecrets that threaten her mothers legacy and the very book shes trying to create.

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You know what it's like when you discover a new writer whose witty and wise voice makes your heart sing That's Joani Elliott for me. I stayed up too late turning pages. I loved it. -- Ann Garvin, USA Today bestselling author of I Like You Just Fine When You're Not Around
Joani Elliott has written an enjoyable, funny, page-turning novel about the ups and downs of a woman's quest to find herself and the family she thought she knew. -- Maddie Dawson, bestselling author of Matchmaking for Beginners
From the moment I began this debut novel, I knew I was in for a treat. The Audacity of Sara Grayson is a rich talewith dramatic twists at every turn. A compelling read! -- Susannah Marren, author of A Palm Beach Wife and A Palm Beach Scandal

Author Bio

Joani Elliott believes in the magic of stories, a good cup of tea, and the power of living a creative life. She has taught writing at the University of Maryland and Brigham Young University. She lives with her husband and two daughters near Salt Lake City, Utah. For book club resources, virtual author chats, and more, visit joanielliott.com.