On October 7, 2024, Academy Award-winning actress Reese Witherspoon announced her upcoming North American speaking tour to promote her debut thriller novel, Gone Before Goodbye, co-written with bestselling author Harlan Coben. The five-city tour is set to begin on October 13 with a marquee event at Town Hall in New York City, where fans will have the chance to hear directly from both authors about the collaborative process behind the novel.
Attendees of the New York City event will receive a complimentary copy of Gone Before Goodbye, which officially releases on October 14 through Grand Central Publishing. The tour is expected to draw large audiences in each city, with ticket sales already underway through major vendors like Vivid Seats. VIP packages offer perks such as reserved seating, signed editions of the book, and meet-and-greet opportunities with the authors.
Gone Before Goodbye marks Witherspoon’s entry into adult fiction and centers on Maggie McCabe, a former Army combat surgeon whose life unravels following a personal tragedy. After her medical license is revoked, she takes on a secretive medical assignment for an elite global client, only to find herself pulled into a dangerous conspiracy. The novel combines Witherspoon’s storytelling instincts with Coben’s signature suspense, aiming to deliver a gripping narrative that appeals to fans of the thriller genre.
Witherspoon, known for her critically acclaimed acting career and her popular production company Hello Sunshine, has also been a major force in literature through her influential book club. This new venture into authorship marks a significant expansion of her literary involvement, while Harlan Coben brings decades of experience and a loyal readership that spans the globe.
The speaking tour will feature candid conversations about the themes of the novel, the challenges of co-writing, and how Witherspoon and Coben merged their creative visions. It also offers a rare chance for fans to engage with both personalities in an intimate setting.
The tour will continue in four other North American cities through the fall, with dates and venues to be announced shortly. Given the strong early interest, Gone Before Goodbye is already considered a contender for year-end bestseller lists, combining star power with a high-stakes plot to generate substantial buzz.
