Hello Jim,
I hope this message finds you well.
My name is Avenna, and I represent the Boxall’s 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die Reading Community, a highly engaged book club of 3,000+ active readers who value immersive storytelling, thoughtful discussion, and sustained engagement with standout books across genres.
Each year, we host the Boxall Reading Challenge, a structured, year-long initiative designed to give selected titles ongoing visibility and reader interaction, rather than a short promotional spike. We are currently running the 2026 Boxall Reading Challenge, taking place from January 1 through December 31, 2026.
Why The Pursuit Stood Out
The Pursuit immediately caught my attention for its premise alone: the ability to track any missing person for 24 hours after they vanish. It’s a compelling, cinematic concept but what makes the story linger is the emotional weight beneath it. The loss of a wife and daughter, the moral cost of using this power, and the way past and present collide elevate the book beyond a straightforward supernatural thriller.
High-concept thrillers like this often face a familiar challenge:
they hook readers quickly, generate excitement and then lose visibility once the initial rush fades, even when the story deserves deeper discussion.
That’s exactly what the Boxall Reading Challenge is designed to solve.
About the 2026 Boxall Reading Challenge
Rather than brief features, the challenge creates long-term, compounding exposure throughout the year. Featured books benefit from:
Ongoing reader updates and progress discussions
Theory-driven conversations about plot, character, and stakes
Reader reviews and commentary as the story unfolds
Organic word-of-mouth within an active, discussion-focused community
For thrillers in particular, this format allows readers to debate choices, speculate on twists, and engage with the story well beyond the final page.
Recognition & Author Honors
At the conclusion of the challenge:
The Top 10 most-discussed books are formally recognized
Authors are honored for exceptional reader engagement
Early spotlight recognition is awarded to titles that generate strong momentum
Our philosophy is simple: gripping stories deserve time to build, breathe, and resonate, not just a quick burst of attention.
I believe The Pursuit would be an excellent fit for this discussion-driven environment, and I would love to explore featuring it in the 2026 Boxall Reading Challenge.
If this opportunity interests you, please let me know and I’ll be happy to share next steps and additional details.
Warm regards
AVENNA CLAIRE RENLY