Sugar Baby

In this sexy suspense novel from the author of Never Saw Me Coming, one of The New York Times’ Best Thrillers of the Year, a young woman falls into a dangerous world of wealth and power after her sugar daddy is murdered.

For twenty-two-year-old Sydney Baxter, debt is the true killer. Her trendy hostess job doesn’t come close to making a dent, which is why she gets into the sugar baby business.

In order to stay safe, Sydney follows a clear set of rules and has a close circle of friends. And thanks to her handful of regulars, rich men in the DC social scene, Sydney stays afloat.

Then she’s invited to an exclusive sex club that caters to every taste for the right price. Enticed by the opportunity, Sydney steps past the velvet rope and glittering masks, into a risky game where the players welcome just about anything—except for indiscretion.

When one of Sydney’s regulars is murdered after a visit there, she is confronted with questions she can’t answer, menacing texts from someone who knows things about her that no one should, and a man who could be more than just a transaction. . . .

With everything to lose, Sydney races to find the killer before she becomes the next scandalous casualty.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs