Karin Slaughter has done it again! I always look forward to her next who-dun-it with eager anticipation and this latest does not disappoint.
Emmy, following in the footsteps of her admired sheriff dad, is his deputy and becomes embroiled in the murder of 2 young girls in her fictitious small town, North Falls, where everyone knows everyone and all their business. And, hence, the mystery begins.
There is so much in the plot that keeps you turning that page, as soon as you finish the last word. The numerous plot lines never fail to include details to keep you guessing as to who is responsible for what.
The cast of characters are so well-developed. As with all of the author's books, this story is not for the faint-hearted. The darkness of human nature permeates the pages. Yet, the details of these calamitous events never seem baseless but more as an admonition of human nature. The characters' analysis of their foibles and inept upbringings all helps to understand what happened.
It is a taut and riveting story. Another winner!

I love Karin Slaughter books and was thrilled to learn she had a new one coming out. It was everything that I've come to expect from her books - a suspenseful, mysterious, twisting whodunnit that made it hard to put down.

Emmy is a sheriff's deputy when two girls were abducted and killed. Unfortunately, they find the girls' bodies floating in a nearby pond and arrest the prime suspect. When he is released twelve years later, another girl is abducted, leading Emmy and her team to realize that not only did they get the wrong guy, but there is a killer still out there. The book is a whirlwind of emotions as they work around the clock to find the missing girl and solve both cases.

This book is not for the faint of heart. It deals with some difficult subjects (sexual assault, pedophilia) that some readers may find disturbing. I didn't see a trigger warning, but one should definitely be added.

I have heard rumors that Emmy will be Karin Slaughter's next series protagonist. I love how in the Will Trent series you get to know those characters better and better with each new novel. I'm excited for more books in this series.

Karin Slaughter is an auto purchase for me - I love that their quick reads that always leave me in suspense, reading late into the night to find out the twist. I loved this one!

Thanks to NetGalley and Simon and Schuster for an advanced reader's copy. This book is scheduled to be published on August 12, 2025.

As a devoted fan of Karin Slaughter, I eagerly dove into her latest novel, thrilled to meet a brand-new protagonist, Officer Emmy Clifton. Set in the seemingly quiet town of North Falls, the story kicks off with a Fourth of July celebration that takes a dark turn when two teenage girls vanish without a trace. Emmy finds herself at the center of the investigation, determined to uncover the truth—not just for the town, but because one of the missing girls is the daughter of her best friend. As she peels back the layers of the town’s polished facade, she realizes that North Falls is anything but safe, and every resident harbors secrets that could shatter lives.

Slaughter masterfully crafts a deeply immersive mystery, balancing procedural authenticity with psychological depth. Emmy is a flawed yet compelling protagonist—tough, relentless, but burdened by past regrets that shape her every move. The dual timeline adds an extra layer of tension, revealing how a crime from over a decade ago still casts a long shadow over the present. As the investigation unfolds, the narrative is laced with gut-punching twists and morally gray characters, keeping readers on edge.

While the pacing occasionally lingers on heavy descriptions, Slaughter’s signature storytelling prowess ensures that even the slower moments simmer with suspense. The town’s suffocating small-town politics, buried betrayals, and desperate attempts at self-preservation make for an unsettling but riveting read. By the time the shocking conclusion arrives, it’s clear that no one in North Falls is truly innocent.

With its gripping whodunit plot, richly developed characters, and relentless tension, this is yet another knockout from Slaughter—one that fans and newcomers alike will devour. Many thanks to NetGalley and William Morrow for sharing this unputdownable thriller's digital reviewer copy with me in exchange for my honest thoughts.

The start of a new series, We Are All Guilty Here by Karin Slaughter is an absolute page turner. Emotionally charged and powerful, Slaughter enters into this new world with a bang. The characters are complicated, each with their own depth and intricacies that make them stand out. Their motivations and struggles add layers to the story, making them feel real and unforgettable. Emmy is my new favorite character, flaws and all. There are graphic parts but I never felt as though it was gratuitous, more Slaughter reminding us that evil is real. We Are All Guilty Here is a five star read and will be on my list of favorite books for 2025.