By the Time You Read This
The sinister puzzle of an FBI linguist’s past is far from finished in a gripping novel of twisted family ties, from USA Today bestselling author Brianna Labuskes.
FBI forensic linguist Raisa Susanto thinks she’s through with the past now that her psychopathic serial killer sister, Isabel, is locked away forever. Then Raisa receives a letter from Isabel. It’s just a single message: By the time you read this, I’ll be dead.
Soon after, Isabel is discovered dead in her cell, forcing Raisa back into her depraved orbit—one that includes a band of true-crime worshippers obsessed with Isabel, her killing spree, and those who survived it.
When a new victim is killed in the same manner that made Isabel notorious, Raisa and FBI forensic psychologist Callum Kilkenny aren’t just tasked with finding out who killed Isabel and why. They’re hunting for a protégé following in Isabel’s footsteps. Raisa must uncover the truth—whether or not she’s ready for it—before someone else dies.
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Brianna Labuskes
Brianna Labuskes invites readers into worlds where suspense and emotional complexity collide, crafting stories that linger long after the final page. Raised amidst the quiet rhythms of small-town life, she found early inspiration in the mysteries woven through everyday moments—those subtle tensions that spark curiosity and pull you deeper into human nature’s darker corners. Her writing reflects this blend of keen observation and gripping tension, often exploring themes of trust, identity, and the unseen forces shaping our choices.
Raisa Susanto
Set against the simmering backdrop of cultural tensions and personal secrets, the Raisa Susanto series pulls readers into a labyrinth of intrigue where loyalty and deception blur. At its core is Raisa—a character shaped by resilience and shadowed by the complex past she can’t fully escape. As each installment unfolds, the series digs deeper into themes of identity, power, and the price of survival in a world that demands constant vigilance.
Raisa Susanto consists of three books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
