Australian writer based in New York.
His writing explores contemporary dating, philosophy and social life in New York City
His debut novel, VESPER, is set for release on May 26, 2026
VESPER
Vesper Elsegood is in love. With being single.
She can't understand why any of her friends would want to settle down. Because if she's learnt anything about New York's ruthless dating scene, it's that love is an ever-changing concept, a silly game, and there are rarely any winners.
But when Caspian walks into her life, an enigmatic and ambitious entrepreneur with a vision for launching a prestigious global prize to celebrate philosophical thinking, Vesper is momentarily undone. And as the chemistry between them intensifies, she soon finds herself re-examining everything—her relationships, her career, her ability to rewrite her own story.
In this restless city, where everyone seems fixated on either finding themselves or finding their perfect match, Vesper must decide whether she's met the one she wasn't looking for, or if she's the only one she really needs…
A bold and unapologetic observation of what it means to be a single woman in New York City, Marks' debut novel is equal parts emotional portrait, cultural inquiry, and contemporary coming-of-age—a story about subverting gender norms, dismantling inherited narratives, and choosing a life that is wholly one’s own.
“A stylish tale of the big city with biting psychological insights.” – Kirkus Reviews
“A sharp, visceral, and multi-faceted portrait of ‘the most brutal poker game of all: the New York dating scene.’” – Victoria Patterson, author of This Vacant Paradise
“Wry and humorous.” – Foreword Clarion Reviews (4 out of 5 stars)
“Marks’s sharp-edged protagonist offers readers a cynical but exuberant take on New York City’s modern dating scene in this reflective debut.” – BookLife Reviews
“A brilliant read with a supremely shocking ending.” – Readers’ Favorite (5 out of 5 stars)
“Marks’s novel showcases a self-aware heroine who simultaneously observes and infiltrates the glitterati’s inner sanctum.” – BlueInk Reviews
“Eternally interested but wary of commitment, Vesper retreads the ever-relevant Carrie Bradshaw’s steps sans Manolo Blahniks.” – BookLife Reviews
“Marks’ novel skewers modern dating, work, and power in New York.” – Kirkus Reviews