Maryjane Spillane’s “A Single Touch: Queen of the Hill” Sparks Conversation on Female Empowerment and Desire

Rising author Maryjane Spillane is making waves with her bold debut novel, “A Single Touch: Queen of the Hill,” a provocative and unapologetic exploration of passion, empowerment, and self-discovery.

The novel follows Maria, a nineteen-year-old steel mill worker whose life changes after meeting Nick, a Vietnam veteran. What begins as innocent attraction quickly transforms into a journey of liberation, as Maria sheds her innocence and embraces her evolving identity as a confident, daring woman unafraid to pursue her desires.

Recently featured in a New York Times book review and spotlighted on a Times Square billboard, Spillane’s work is being praised for its fearless approach to themes often left untouched in traditional narratives. The review highlights the book’s direct prose, its immersive storytelling, and its willingness to confront complex questions: Is Maria’s pursuit of passion a rebellion against societal expectations, a path toward empowerment, or simply the search for authentic connection?

Critics note that Spillane’s work challenges readers to rethink conventional portrayals of women in literature. Rather than a romance centered on male characters, “A Single Touch” is a story of a woman awakening to her own voice, her choices, and her power.

“Maria’s journey isn’t just about her encounters—it’s about her becoming,” Spillane said. “I wanted to write a story that captures the messy, raw, and deeply human side of self-discovery.”

With its themes of agency, freedom, and identity, “A Single Touch: Queen of the Hill” has struck a chord with readers seeking stories that are both daring and relatable.

The novel is now available in ebook, paperback, hardcover, and audiobook formats through major booksellers online and in stores.

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