WHAT HE TOLD ME

When her phone rang on a summer Saturday, the last person Gabby Gershwin expected to hear from was the promising young comedian she had unsuccessfully asked out a few months before.

But by the time their long chat ended, this ordinary New York girl was ready to accept his extraordinary invitation: a first-class business trip to three European destinations. There, they would meet up with the comedian’s best friend: a celebrity magician with a large, worldwide following, along with his fashion model girlfriend.

Gabby has never traveled with a global star, much less ever had a fling. She is a well-orchestrated illusion: a regular, size 9 girl who could make herself look really adorable on those few days of the month when she’s well rested, the humidity is low, her hair isn’t frizzing, and she has the time to put her clothes and makeup together.

But during her foray in the fast lane, she comes to realize all three of her traveling companions, even her comedian love interest, have well-orchestrated illusions all their own. Gabby's rom-com fantasy detours into treacherous, uncharted territory.

One in five women will experience a situation not unlike Gabby’s at some point in their lives. WHAT HE TOLD ME is a cautionary tale about the dangers behind what the heart sometimes fantasizes about.

Content Warning: This novel contains descriptions of sexual situations and physical violence. These depictions may be distressing or triggering to some readers. Discretion is advised.