By the Time You Read This

Raisa Susanto, Book 3

By: Brianna Labuskes

Narrated by: Caroline Hewitt

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.

©2025 by Brianna Labuskes. (P)2025 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

Critic reviews

“The novelistic equivalent of a full-body workout.”—Kirkus Reviews

wow

I loved this thought processes behind this trilogy. Great ending. What makes a Psychopath? What if they were raised. not knowing their family, family history.

I like the mystery

I enjoyed the mystery and intrigue. glad to have a 3rd book and follow the Parker girls. I like the narration also

A Good Listen

I liked this 3rd installment of the series, but not as much as the first two. I had a bit of trouble following some of the characters and how some of them fit the story. It sort of just felt like more of the same from the other books. I would still recommend reading (or listening).

Great narrator

Most recent in this series. Narrator is excellent. Only series I’ve read about an FBI Forensic Lawyer Linguist.

Crime Fighting + Weird Talent + Dramaaaa

Do you like detective shows like Criminal Minds, NCIS, or Tracker? How about shows where the main character has some sort of weird skill? (Think Monk, House, Suits, Psych...) If you said yes to both of those questions, this is the series for you! Crime fighting meets unique expertise tossed with some professional & personal drama & BAM! 💥

It is my pleasure to introduce you to Raisa Susanto, your new favorite FBI agent...

Note: This is book 3 of the series. Highly recommend starting with book 1. Reading out of order will result in spoilers for the earlier books. All 3 books are equally great, but number 1 holds a special place on my bookshelf. 📚

By The Time You Read This
Written by Brianna Labuskes
@brilabuskes

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