Catch and Kill

by Eden Francis Compton

In Hollywood, deadly secrets lurk just behind the scenes.

Scarlett Norris is Hollywood’s darling, an award-winning actress on her way to the top. To her younger sister, Angie, she is all that and more—beautiful, loving, fearless, and a guiding light—things Angie believes she herself could never be. When Scarlett suddenly commits suicide, Angie is devastated, but something keeps nagging at her. Scarlett would never do such a thing. Would she?

In a move that stuns her family, timid, anxious Angie summons the courage to leave her sheltered New York life to follow Scarlett’s path to Hollywood. She gains access to the gilded world of film stars, movie moguls, and powerful producers, and discovers a new sense of self. She also discovers that beneath Hollywood’s dazzle and glamour lie some dark and ugly truths. Angie slowly starts piecing together what really happened to Scarlett. Can she expose the corruption of Hollywood and live to tell? 

Suspense-filled and gripping from beginning to end, Catch and Kill is about staring down monsters—even those that have the power to destroy you.

"Heartbreaking search for truth and justice. " - Advanced Review
Fans of The Assistant  and Casablanca  will love this thrilling book. 

652 pages, Paperback

First published March 19, 2024

About the author

Eden Francis Compton is a pseudonym for the writing team of William Roetzheim and Randy Becker. William started his career in the tech industry. After launching multiple software companies, he turned his attention to writing, penning an award-winning trilogy of plays about America’s great poets. Randy is an Emmy-nominated producer who began his career as an actor starring in film, television, and on Broadway, including the Tony Award–winning play Love! Valour! Compassion! He now expresses his creativity through writing and producing.

Reviews

[Tabitha - · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to Level 4 Press for an ARC of this suspense thriller! Set in Hollywood, a sister trying to find out the truth of her sister's suicide.

Gosh I love the seedy underbelly scene of Hollywood trope! And this had a few little twists I didn't expect. And the final sentence made me giggle and say "hell yeah"

This is a fast read and I definitely recommend!

[Anastasya Smith · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pros: Page turner. Feels realistic-ish (given I have no context about Hollywood). Not sure how close to the truth it is, but it gives context to the insidious world behind “Me Too”, but from a different angle. I loved the character growth, and loved when Angie put her father into place.

Cons: The ending seemed to work out a little too conveniently and easily given Angie was going up against a monster of a person. In an age where security cameras are everywhere, not sure how she would get away with what she did. Her relationship with Nicole never felt comfortable given the power dynamic and made me quesy, but I suppose that was the point.

I only give 4 or 5 stars to books I would read again or books that give new perspectives, so 3 star doesn’t mean the book is bad.

[Ceylan (CeyGo) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This novel tells the compelling tale of a young woman grappling with severe depression and anxiety, who relocates to Los Angeles to uncover the truth behind her Oscar-winning sister's tragic suicide. It's easy to envision this story as a movie, with its rich narrative not centered on "whodunit" but on the intriguing unfolding of events. While I found the plot engaging, the romantic subplot seemed somewhat hurried and underdeveloped. Additionally, incorporating a few chapters from the perspective of Scarlett, the sister, could have added depth and insight into her character and motivations. Overall, though, it was an enjoyable read.


Thank you to the publisher for a gifted copy in exchange for an honest review