FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  
October 10, 2024  

**'Midnight Code' Thriller Tops Amazon Charts in First Week**  

*Author Elena Vasquez's debut novel sells 50,000 copies since Tuesday launch.*  

NEW YORK -- Elena Vasquez's debut thriller "Midnight Code" reached No. 1 on Amazon's overall bestseller list just seven days after its release by HarperCollins. The novel, set in a Silicon Valley cybersecurity crisis, has drawn early praise from tech reviewers. Vasquez, a former NSA analyst, signed a two-book deal earlier this year.  

The book details a hacker's plot to expose corporate secrets, blending real-world encryption techniques with fictional espionage. Industry analysts note its timely release amid rising data breach reports, with pre-orders exceeding 20,000 units.  

"This story comes from years of seeing vulnerabilities ignored in boardrooms," said Vasquez. "It's not just fiction—it's a wake-up call for how fragile our digital world really is."  

HarperCollins reported strong independent bookstore orders, with initial print run of 75,000 copies already in distribution nationwide. Early reviews on Goodreads average 4.7 stars from 2,500 readers.  

"Buyers are responding to the authenticity," said HarperCollins editor Mark Reilly. "Vasquez nails the tech without overwhelming the plot."  

"Midnight Code" is available in hardcover ($28), ebook ($14.99) and audiobook formats through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, IndieBound and major retailers. Vasquez will appear at the Miami Book Fair on Oct. 20.  

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ABOUT ELENA VASQUEZ: Elena Vasquez is a former NSA cybersecurity analyst and author based in Austin, Texas. "Midnight Code" is her first novel. She holds a master's degree in computer science from MIT.  

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