Talking to Strangers
Talking to Strangers by Fiona Barton is a psychological thriller published by Penguin on August 27, 2024. This 400-page novel delves into the complexities of a murder investigation led by Detective Elise King, who finds her efforts complicated by a determined reporter, Kiki Nunn. The story unfolds following the murder of Karen Simmons on Valentine’s Day, raising questions about the role of online dating in her death and igniting a community debate on violence against women.
Readers will encounter a gripping narrative that explores the tensions between law enforcement and media in the wake of tragedy. As Elise navigates the investigation, Kiki’s relentless pursuit of a scoop brings her into direct conflict with both the detective and the unknown killer. The book presents themes of suspense and the societal implications surrounding women’s safety, making it a thought-provoking addition to the genre.
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Detective Elise King’s investigation into a woman’s murder is getting derailed by a reporter who insists on doing her own investigation in this nail-biting mystery from the author of Local Gone Missing.
When Karen Simmons is murdered on Valentine’s Day, Detective Elise King wonders if she was killed by a man she met online. Karen was all over the dating apps, leading some townspeople to blame her for her own death, while others band together to protest society’s violence against women. Into the divide comes Kiki Nunn, whose aggressive newsgathering once again antagonizes Elise.
A single mother of a young daughter, Kiki is struggling to make a living in the diminished news landscape. Getting a scoop in the Simmons murder would do a lot for her career, and she’s willing to go up against not just Elise but the killer himself to do it.
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