Kimberly Cooper

Method Kimberly Cooper

When Officer Steven Thompson is offered a movie deal after diffusing a tense hostage situation, method actor Grant Kovac is hired to portray him. When Grant insists on moving in with the Thompsons' to study Steven, they graciously agree, not expecting that he will become obsessed with Steven's wife, Madelyn. Maddie, a longtime fan, initially thinks his behavior is part of his method. Soon, she is flattered by the attention, especially since her marriage to Steven is failing due to his depression and PTSD. After giving in to her desire for Grant while visiting the movie set in California, she soon realizes he is dangerous and determined to destroy her marriage. Maddie finds herself torn between Grant, who has already given her something that Steven can't; or her husband whom she made a vow to. When her guilt causes her to choose the latter, Grant makes one thing clear; he won't let her go, no matter the cost. Method is a physiological thriller that allows the reader to see Maddie's vulnerability and Grant's fanatic behavior come together to provide an engaging story with a chilling ending.