Laura Lippman

Laura Lippman is an American author of detective fiction. She is best known for her Tess Monaghan series, which follows a former reporter turned private investigator in Baltimore. Lippman has received numerous awards for her work, including the Edgar, Anthony, and Agatha awards.

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  1. 1. What The Dead Know

    Cover of 'What The Dead Know' by Laura Lippman

    In "What The Dead Know" by Laura Lippman, a woman claiming to be one of the two missing Bethany sisters suddenly appears after thirty years, setting off a chain of events that forces the police, the media, and the families involved to revisit the unsolved case. As the truth slowly unravels, secrets from the past are exposed, revealing the devastating impact the disappearance had on the family and the lingering effects it has had on those left behind.

    The 5421st Greatest Book of All Time
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  2. 2. Murder Takes A Vacation

    Cover of 'Murder Takes A Vacation' by Laura Lippman

    Muriel “Mrs. Blossom,” a middle‑aged widow who once assisted a private investigator, takes a French river cruise after an unexpected change in her circumstances. When a man she met on the trip turns up dead in Paris, she finds herself drawn into a compact mystery aboard the MS Solitaire involving a possible stolen artwork and a persistent, enigmatic companion. As she questions who to trust, Mrs. Blossom uses her quiet instincts and curiosity to peel back layers of deception without leaving the cruise.

    The 13082nd Greatest Book of All Time
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  3. 3. Prom Mom

    Cover of 'Prom Mom' by Laura Lippman

    Set against the backdrop of a small town, this gripping psychological thriller delves into the complexities of past mistakes and the haunting power of secrets. The story follows Amber Glass, who returns to her hometown years after a tragic prom night incident that left her ostracized and dubbed "Prom Mom." As she navigates the tangled web of her past and present relationships, Amber finds herself drawn back into the lives of those she left behind, including her high school sweetheart, Joe. With tension mounting and old wounds resurfacing, the narrative explores themes of redemption, guilt, and the inescapable pull of history.

    The 17113th Greatest Book of All Time
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