Jessica R. Patch, Rendezvous ’26 Writer

Rendezvous with readers and writers in Nashville on November 7, 2026, to celebrate stories and enjoy encouraging fellowship.

Meet Jessica R. Patch at Read Write Rendezvous ‘26

Dark twists, emotional stakes, and stories that keep you guessing until the very last page – Jessica R. Patch is a writer who knows how to keep readers on edge. If you love intense thrillers with heart or witty romantic suspense stories, her books are a must-read.

 

About the Writer

New York Times and Publishers Weekly bestselling writer Jessica R. Patch has authored more than thirty novels and is known for her pulse-pounding plots, emotionally charged characters, and signature twists. Her stories explore themes of justice, resilience, and the unshakable power of hope.

When she’s not crafting suspenseful stories, she can often be found reading on the couch, visiting her favorite local Mexican restaurant, or collecting recipes she may—or may not—ever try.

You can learn more about Jessica and her books on her website at www.jessicarpatch.com.

Genre: Romantic Suspense, Thriller, Mystery

Currently reading: First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston

A note from Jessica:
Nothing brings me more joy than meeting the brave souls who willingly wander into my dark, twisty stories and refuse to run screaming. I can’t wait to spend time with fellow thriller lovers (and those I can convert), talk fictional crimes, sign books, and possibly plot a little harmless mischief together. If you see me lurking around looking suspicious, don’t worry—I’m probably just mentally disposing of a body… in a completely imaginary, legally safe way. I hope you’ll stop by and say hello. I promise I’m far less dangerous than my characters. Mostly.

 

About the Featured Book

The Girl Upstairs

“Jessica R. Patch weaves a dark, twisty tapestry that’s both unsettling and unexpectedly hopeful. Masterful.” –New York Times bestselling author Allison Brennan

She bought this house to save her marriage. Unearthing its secrets might just claim her life.

Gwen McDaniel’s life is broken. But she knows the perfect place to fix it. Cold Harbor, Maine, an idyllic small town with views of Acadia National Park, is where she used to vacation with her parents as a child. Here, she and Steven can start over, renovating their cliff-side fixer-upper while patching up their marriage. Soon, everything will be better.

Except from the moment they arrive, Gwen sees and hears things, and it’s more than just the drafts and shadows that are part of any old house. Steven downplays her fears, warning her not to fixate on problems as she has in the past. But Gwen spent years as a homicide detective, and her instincts don’t lie. Something happened here. Proof comes when she rips up the attic’s carpet to discover a chilling message carved into the wood underneath.

As Gwen delves into the history of the house and the Cold Harbor community, she begins to piece the fragments together. And gradually, a terrifying picture emerges: A missing girl. A house of horrors. And a dark, decades-old nightmare that is more haunting than Gwen ever imagined…

Also Available: The Other Sister, Her Darkest Secret, A Cry in the Dark, The Garden Girls, A Killer in Texas

 

All featured Rendezvous titles are listed on the JustRead Amazon Storefront, or visit the author’s website for more information. Learn more about Read Write Rendezvous—why (About page), what, where, who, and how (Event page). We invite you to join us and/or support the event (Sponsorship and Promotional Opportunities page).

Have you read any of Jessica’s books? Let us know your favorites and which titles you add to your TBR!