Page & Pine Bookshop is thrilled to welcome Jessica Payne, a local author from Steilacoom, for a special in shop author event and book signing celebrating the release of her thriller, Somebody Worth Killing, published by Berkley/Penguin Random House.

about the book:

Meet Nadia Davis—devoted mom, loving wife… and secret assassin. Balancing school drop-offs, bedtime routines, and a career eliminating certified bad guys, Nadia’s carefully balanced life begins to unravel when her agency decides she’s no longer suited for the biggest jobs. Determined to prove herself, she demands one last, high-stakes assignment—somebody worth killing. The shocking twist? That target is the last person she ever expected: her husband.

Smart, suspenseful, and threaded with dark humor, Somebody Worth Killing explores marriage, ambition, identity, and the impossible choices we make to protect the lives we’ve built. Fast-paced and conversation-worthy, it’s a perfect pick for thriller fans and book clubs alike.

During the event, jessica will be at Page & Pine to meet readers, chat about her writing, and sign copies of Somebody Worth Killing, available for purchase in the shop. Join us as we celebrate the June 16th release and support an exciting local voice in suspense fiction.