Let’s talk about Susan Isaac’s latest novel, Takes One to Know One, because it’s a story that’s going to keep you on the edge of your seat. This isn’t just any mystery—it’s a page-turner that will leave you guessing until the very end. Isaac, who’s been a New York Times Bestselling author for years, hasn’t released a new book since Goldberg Variations in 2012. And boy, has it been worth the wait. Critics are already raving about this new novel, calling it everything from "witty" to "wickedly satirical." So, buckle up, because this one’s a rollercoaster ride.

Maureen Corrigan, the book critic from NPR’s “Fresh Air,” had some serious praise for Susan Isaac. “I can’t think of another novelist—whether they’re writing commercial fiction or literary works—who consistently celebrates the guts, intelligence, and sexuality of women,” she said. Corrigan even went so far as to compare Isaac to Jane Austen, calling her “Jane Austen with a schmear.” And if that wasn’t enough, Entertainment Weekly chimed in, calling the book “a satire that doesn’t let up from start to finish.”

So, what’s the story all about? Well, Takes One to Know One follows Corie Geller, a former FBI agent who traded her high-stakes career for a quieter life on Long Island. She’s got a family now, and while her life is good, she can’t shake the feeling that something’s off with Pete, a guy she meets at a freelancer’s lunch group. Pete’s habits are strange—he always brings a different phone, arrives early, and keeps a close eye on his Jeep parked across the street. Corie starts to wonder if Pete might have a secret life, one that’s not too different from her own FBI past. It’s a mystery that Corie just can’t ignore, and the only way to get to the bottom of it is to tap back into her instincts and dust off her badge.

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It’s a thrilling journey into the world of suspense, and it’s one that you won’t want to miss. Susan Isaac has a way of weaving stories that keep you hooked from the first page to the last, and this novel is no exception. If you’re a fan of her previous works, like Close Relations, After All These Years, Past Perfect, and Goldberg Variations, then you’re in for a treat. Takes One to Know One is set to hit bookstores on October 1, so mark your calendars.

Where to Catch Susan Isaac on Her Book Tour

If you’re a fan of Susan Isaac, you’ll want to check out her book tour dates. She’s hitting the road to promote her latest novel, and you won’t want to miss the chance to meet her in person. Here’s where she’ll be:

Port Washington, New York

Sunday, October 6, 2:30 PM
Port Washington Library
One Library Drive
Lapham Meeting Room

Cherry Hill, New Jersey

Wednesday, October 16, 8:00 AM
NAIBA Conference
New Atlantic Independent Booksellers
Crowne Plaza Philadelphia-Cherry Hill

Boston, Massachusetts

Wednesday, October 16, 6:30 PM
Reading With Robin Lenox Hotel
61 Exeter Street at Boylston

Brooklyn, New York

Friday, October 18, 7:00 PM
Center For Fiction
In conversation with Peter Santlofer
15 Lafayette Ave

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Detroit, Michigan

Monday, October 21, 1:00 PM
Book & Author Society
Burton Manor 27777 Schoolcraft

Flushing, New York

Saturday, October 26
Queens Library At Forest Hills
108-19 71st Ave

Holbrook, New York

Monday, October 28, 7:00 PM
Long Island Crime Fiction Night with Peter Blauner and Reed Farrel Coleman, moderated by Larry Davidson
Sachem Public Library
150 Holbrook Road Community Room A