Catch and Kill

by Eden Francis Compton

He thought he was untouchable . . .

Angie has long suffered from severe depression and anxiety, and her older sister, Scarlett, has always been her guiding light. Scarlett is not just an incredible, award-winning actress, but also a role model and the very definition of inner strength. So when Scarlett suddenly commits suicide, the shock and grief are nearly too much for Angie to handle.

Unexpectedly, Angie discovers that her sister's death was a direct result of being raped by one of Hollywood's most powerful and celebrated men . . . as well as the shocking cowardice of people closest to her.

Angie vows, in spite of her sometimes crippling anxiety, to bring this famous film mogul down herself. She snags a job with his company that allows her access deep inside his gilded world. But she soon realizes that an entire system has been put in place to enable him. She begins to amass a trove of evidence until a sudden betrayal sends her running for her life.

A heart-stopping thrill ride from beginning to end, Catch and Kill is about abuse by the powerful, those who conspire to protect them, and the dangerous path required to reclaim the truth.

1 pages, Audio CD

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