Sara Blaedel is the author of the #1 international bestselling series featuring Detective Louise Rick. Her books are published in thirty-eight countries. In 2014 Sara was voted Denmark's most popular novelist for the fourth time. She is also a recipient of the Golden Laurel, Denmark's most prestigious literary award. She lives in New York City.
PRAISE FOR THE LOUISE RICK SERIES: "Another suspenseful, skillfully
wrought entry."--Booklist on The Killing Forest
"Blaedel delivers another thrilling novel...Twists and turns will
have readers on the edge of their seats waiting to see what happens
next."--RT Book Reviews on The Killing Forest
"Blaedel solidifies once more why her novels are as much finely
drawn character studies as tightly plotted procedurals, always
landing with a punch to the gut and the heart."--Library Journal
(STARRED REVIEW)
"Blaedel, Denmark's most popular author, is known for her dark
mysteries, and she examines the controversial social issue at the
heart of this novel, but ends on a surprisingly light note. Another
winner from Blaedel."--Booklist
"Chilling...[a] swiftly moving plot and engaging core
characters."--Publishers Weekly on The Forgotten Girls
"Crackling with suspense, atmosphere, and drama, THE FORGOTTEN
GIRLS is simply stellar crime fiction. I loved spending time with
the tough, smart, and all-too-human heroine Louise Rick--and I
can't wait to see her again."--Lisa Unger
"Crime-writer superstar Sara Blaedel's great skill is in weaving a
heartbreaking social history into an edge-of-your-chair thriller
while at the same time creating a detective who's as emotionally
rich and real as a close friend."--Oprah.com
"Deliciously dark...[A] great tale!"--Suspense Magazine
"Engrossing...Blaedel nicely balances the twisted relationships of
the cult members with the true friendships of Louise, Camilla, and
their circle."--Publishers Weekly on The Killing Forest
"Engrossing."--Toronto Star
"For readers who gorge on captivating characters and chilling
suspense, THE FORGOTTEN GIRLS is a tantalizing treat. Enjoy
yourself, America."--Sandra Brown on The Forgotten Girls
"Gripping."--Washington Post on The Forgotten Girls
"Leads to...that gray territory where compassion can become a crime
and kindness can lead to coldblooded murder."--New York Times Book
Review
"Long-held secrets and surprising connections rock Inspector Louise
Rick's world in Blaedel's latest crime thriller. Confused and hurt,
Louise persists in investigating a complex murder despite the
mounting personal ramifications. The limits of loyalty and trust,
and the complexities of grief, are central to this taut thriller's
resolution. A rich cast of supporting characters balances the
bleakness of the crimes."--RT Book Reviews (4 STARS)
"One of the best I've come across."--Michael Connelly
"Sara Blaedel is a force to be reckoned with. She's a remarkable
crime writer who time and again delivers a solid, engaging story
that any reader in the world can enjoy."--Karin Slaughter
"Sara Blaedel is a literary force of nature....Blaedel strikes a
fine and delicate balance between the personal and the professional
in THE LOST WOMAN, as she has done with the other books in this
wonderful series. ...Those who can't get enough of finely tuned
mysteries...will find this book and this author particularly
riveting."--BookReporter.com
"Sara Blaedel's THE FORGOTTEN GIRLS is an emotionally complex
police-procedural thriller ...With a gripping premise, fast-paced
narrative and well-developed characters, THE FORGOTTEN GIRLS is an
incredible read."--FreshFiction.com
"Sara Blædel is at the top of her game. Louise Rick is a character
who will have readers coming back for more."--Camilla Läckberg
"Tautly suspenseful and sociologically fascinating."--BookPage on
The Forgotten Girls
"This is a standout book that will only solidify the author's
well-respected standing in crime fiction. Blaedel drops clues that
will leave readers guessing right up to the reveal. Each new lead
opens an array of possibilities, and putting the book down became a
feat this reviewer was unable to achieve. Based on the history of
treating the disabled, the story is both horrifying and
all-to-real. Even the villains have nuanced and sympathetic
motives."--RT Times on The Forgotten Girls - Top Pick **Winner of
the Reviewer's Choice Award**
"Tightly knit."--Kirkus Reviews on The Forgotten Girls
"Will push you to the edge of your seat [then] knock you right
off....A smashing success."--BookReporter on The Killing Forest
"Worth the wait."--Winnipeg Free Press
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