The Gallery Assistant

“A haunting, razor-sharp mystery set in the charged aftermath of 9⁄11, Kate Belli’s THE GALLERY ASSISTANT is as intoxicating as the art world it explores. With an unforgettable protagonist and a plot that spirals into ever-deeper layers of intrigue, Belli crafts a haunting story about memory, truth, and the dangerous secrets hidden beneath the surface. A stunning work that lingers long after the final page.” – Julie Clark, New York Times bestselling author of THE GHOSTWRITER
“A haunting, post-9⁄11 psychological thriller that combines the glittering facade of New York’s art world with the messy, painful aftermath of trauma.” * The Seattle Times *
“A taut, tightly-plotted thrill ride! Belli expertly dials up the tension as readers race toward a shocking, twisty conclusion. The prose is smart, sharp and compelling; THE GALLERY ASSISTANT is not to be missed.” – Sophie Stava, critically acclaimed author of COUNT MY LIES
“A fast-paced thriller set in the New York art world. THE GALLERY ASSISTANT kept me guessing until the end.” – Megan Goldin, bestselling author of DARK CORNERS
“Absolutely riveting. The Gallery Assistant kept me on the edge of my seat–and up too late. Kate Belli is a master of pulse-pounding storytelling.” – Kit Frick, critically acclaimed author of FRIENDS AND LIARS
“Fans of Paula Hawkins’s The Girl on the Train and A. J. Finn’s The Woman in the Window will find that Belli makes equally brilliant use of her own possibly unreliable narrator … Splendidly entertaining … Perfectly pairs compelling suspense with an intriguing protagonist.” * Library Journal *
“A twisty, emotional mystery about grief, greed, and trauma. There are plenty of classic mystery tropes, including red herrings, to keep readers guessing until the end. For fans of Lisa Unger and Lucy Foley.” * Booklist *
“Engagingly clever.” * Kirkus Reviews *
“I promise you, the twists will shock you.” * Bookstr (starred review) *
“A powerful, sophisticated novel of suspense … For fans of Katy Hays and Elizabeth Kaufman.” * firstCLUE *

Kate Belli is the author of The Gallery Assistant and the widely praised Gilded Gotham historical mystery series. She holds a doctorate in art history and has variously worked as an antiques appraiser, a museum curator, and a college professor. Kate is currently a gallery director at a Pennsylvania college.

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