ALMA KATSU is the award-winning author of seven novels. Her latest is THE FERVOR, a reimagining of the Japanese internment that BOOKLIST called “a stunning triumph” (starred) and LIBRARY JOURNAL called “a must read for all, not just genre fans” (starred). RED WIDOW, her first espionage novel, is a nominee for the Thriller Writers Award for best novel, was a Nyt Editors Choice, and is in development for a TV series.

JENNIFER MCMAHON is the NEW YORK TIMES Bestselling author of eleven novels, including PROMISE NOT TO TELL, THE WINTER PEOPLE, and her latest, THE CHILDREN ON THE HILL. She lives in Vermont with her partner, Drea, and their daughter, Zella.

Alma Katsu in conversation with Jennifer McMahon