Bethel author Frank Etier will be speaking and signing copies of his first novel, "The Tourist Killer," from 3 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9, at Blue Ridge Books in Waynesville.

The novel is a thriller about a reluctant assassin who develops a conscience.

"The book will take you on travels around the world, and one scene even takes place in Blue Ridge Books," said bookstore co-owner Allison Lee. "We're so excited to have him in our store. Anyone who enjoys mysteries or intrigue will enjoy this."

Etier's book has been receiving favorable reviews in the literary world, including from Stephen Woodfin, who is an author and reviews legal thrillers.

Woodfin has this to say about Etier's debut novel.

“"The Tourist Killer" is a chilling tale of compartmentalized lives in search of death and redemption.