We Are All Guilty Here - Karin Slaughter

 We Are All Guilty Here - Karin Slaughter

Pub. Date: Aug. 12, 2025

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This is the first installment of a new mystery/thriller series by popular author Karin Slaughter. In a small town in Georgia, Emmy Lou née Clinton has followed in her sheriff father’s footsteps and is a deputy under him. The Clintons are a large clan well known in the area.

During the Fourth of July fireworks, two teenage girls mysteriously disappear and are later found brutally murdered. A man is arrested, convicted, and imprisoned. Twelve years later, after an investigative podcast casts doubt on his guilt, he is released. However, when another teenager goes missing, the race is on to find her and uncover the true culprit. 

This book weaves together a captivating blend of mystery, thriller, family drama, police procedural, and a small-town saga. Although totally engrossing, it is not a fast read. The plot is well-crafted, featuring suspenseful twists, red herrings, and intriguing characters. Slaughter captures well the claustrophobic feel of a small community where everyone knows everyone else’s business. 

This is your chance to get in on the ground floor of a new, thrilling mystery series with relatable characters. 

Trigger warnings include topics of violence, child abuse, and pedophilia.

Thanks to #NetGalley and @WilliamMorrowBooks for the DRC.

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