Title: The Last Widow
Author: Karin Slaughter
First published August 20, 2019
446 pages, Hardcover
ISBN: 9780062858085 (ISBN10: 0062858084)
Rating: 4.1
Overview
Karin Slaughter’s The Last Widow brings back the beloved characters of Will Trent and Sara Linton in this heart-pumping thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. A CDC scientist is kidnapped in a shopping center parking lot and disappears without a trace, leaving the authorities scrambling to find her.
A month later, a bomb goes off in one of Atlanta’s busiest neighborhoods, home to Emory University, two major hospitals, the FBI headquarters, and the CDC. Medical examiner Sara Linton and Will Trent, an investigator with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, are at the scene and quickly realize they’re in the midst of a deadly conspiracy.
When Sara is kidnapped by the assailants, Will goes undercover to save her and prevent a massacre that could take thousands of innocent lives. Will he be able to save her and stop the conspirators before it’s too late?
The Last Widow will have you hooked from beginning to end with its shocking twists and turns that will leave you breathless.
About the Author
Karin Slaughter has written over 20 novels that have all become instant New York Times bestsellers. These include Cop Town, which was nominated for an Edgar award, as well as standalone novels like The Good Daughter, Pretty Girls, and Girl, Forgotten.
Her books have been published in 120 countries and have sold over 40 million copies worldwide.
Pieces of Her, which is one of her novels, has been made into a Netflix original series starring Toni Collette, and The Will Trent Series is set to air on ABC and Hulu in January 2023. Two of her other books, The Good Daughter and False Witness, are currently being developed for film and television.
Slaughter is also the founder of the Save the Libraries project, a non-profit organization that aims to support libraries and their programming. She is originally from Georgia and currently resides in Atlanta.
Editoral Review
Karin Slaughters latest thriller, The Last Widow, is a heart-stopping ride that will leave readers gasping for air. Slaughter is a prolific author of crime thrillers, and is known for her gritty and realistic portrayals of violence and trauma.
In this book, she surpasses even her own high standards, weaving a complex and suspenseful plot that is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats. The story begins with a deadly explosion in downtown Atlanta.
Soon after, the states top scientist, Dr. Michelle Spivey, is abducted from a nearby parking lot, leaving behind her young daughter. The FBI and the GBI (Georgia Bureau of Investigation) launch a massive manhunt, but as the hours pass, it becomes apparent that this is no ordinary kidnapping.
The Last Widow is a fast-paced thriller that combines the best elements of police and spy procedural novels. Slaughters writing is crisp and engaging, and she deftly switches perspectives between several key characters, including FBI agent Will Trent and GBI agent Sara Linton, who must put their personal and professional differences aside to solve the case.
One of the strongest aspects of The Last Widow is Slaughters ability to create richly drawn and complex characters. Trent and Linton are both flawed heroes, struggling with personal demons and complicated relationships.
Dr. Spivey, too, is a nuanced character, whose scientific expertise gives her an unusual and intriguing perspective on the case. The Last Widow is also a thought-provoking novel that touches on important contemporary issues.
Slaughter explores the themes of domestic terrorism and white supremacy, and shows how these ideologies can motivate people to commit horrific acts of violence. She also tells a powerful story about love, loss, and resilience, showing how even in the darkest of times, hope can still shine through.
The only flaw of The Last Widow is that it can be incredibly intense and disturbing, with scenes of violence, torture, and sexual assault. However, Slaughter handles these scenes with sensitivity and skill, never exploiting or glorifying the violence, but instead using it to highlight the potent dangers of extremism and intolerance.
In conclusion, The Last Widow is a must-read for fans of crime thrillers and espionage novels. Slaughter has once again proven herself to be a master of her craft, with her impeccable plotting, vivid characterization, and unrelenting suspense.
Readers who want to be thrilled, challenged, and inspired would do well to pick up this book.
Rating: 4.5/5
