When Shawn Philips lands her dream job in television, she thinks she's finally made it. But her new boss, Jackson Simon, is a nightmare wrapped in a perfect TV smile. For four months, Maya endures his constant criticism, impossible standards, and cruel mind games while selecting animal acts for his show. Most people quit within weeks. Shawn decides to survive. She learns to read his moods, predict his attacks, and make herself invisible. She documents everything and teaches herself the psychology of workplace narcissists. But surviving Jackson isn't enough-Shawn wants more than just to escape. She wants to win. When an opportunity opens up at Jackson's own production company, Shawn interviews for a real marketing position. Jackson tries to sabotage her, but his reputation precedes him. The company knows exactly what he is. Shawn gets the job. Then the promotion. Then another promotion. Meanwhile, Jackson signs a $45 million contract and continues to abuse everyone around him. It's not fair. But Shawn learns that sometimes winning doesn't mean the villain gets punished. Sometimes it just means you survive them, build something better, and refuse to let their cruelty define you. A psychological thriller about workplace abuse, narcissistic bosses, and the strength it takes to turn your worst experience into your greatest triumph. For anyone who's ever had a terrible boss and wondered if they'd make it through. P. A. Farrell is a psychologist and published author with McGraw-Hill, Springer Publishing, Cafe Lit, Ravens Perch, Humans of the World, Active Muse, Free Spirit Publishing, Scarlet Leaf Review, 100 Word Project, Woodcrest Magazine, Confetti, and LitBreak. She's a top health writer for Medium.com, has published self-help books, and is a board member of Clinics4Life. She lives on the East Coast of the US.
