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About Alafair Burke
Alafair Burke is the New York Times and internationally bestselling author of twenty novels.
Her most recent novel, FIND ME, has been called a "skillfully constructed, delightfully twisty thriller" (Booklist) and "a twisting, surprising, and satisfying new thrill ride" (Ms. Magazine). THE BETTER SISTER has been praised as “twisty” (BookBub), “mesmerizing” (Publishers Weekly), “fast-moving” (Library Journal), and “a non-stop thriller fest” (Suspense Magazine). THE WIFE was selected as a best-of-the-month pick by Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Entertainment Weekly, O (Oprah Magazine), and others. It is being adapted as a feature film, with Alafair writing the screenplay.
Her 2016 novel, THE EX, was nominated for an Edgar Award for Best Novel.
In addition to the standalone novels that have earned her a reputation as “a genius for plot” (Oprah Magazine) and “a virtuoso” of domestic suspense (Minneapolis Star Tribune), she authors “two power house series” (Sun-Sentinel) featuring NYPD Detective Ellie Hatcher and Portland Deputy District Attorney Samantha Kincaid. Alafair is also the co-author of the “Under Suspicion” series with Queen of Suspense Mary Higgins Clark.
Alafair's novels grow out of her experience as a prosecutor in America's police precincts and criminal courtrooms, and have been featured by The Today Show, People Magazine, The New York Times, O Magazine, MSNBC, The Washington Post, USA Today, and The Chicago Sun-Times. Harlan Coben has said she is "a major talent," and Dennis Lehane called her "one of the finest young crime writers working today" back when she was young.
A graduate of Stanford Law School and a former prosecutor, Alafair is now a professor at Hofstra Law School, where she teaches criminal law and procedure. She lives in New York City and East Hampton with her husband and two beloved dogs.
Learn more about Alafair at www.alafairburke.com. Follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and/or Instagram if you're prepared for a healthy dose of dog photos along with your book news.
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Blog postAlafair’s new novel, The Better Sister, is in stores NOW!
The murder of a prominent Manhattan lawyer spurs the reunion of two estranged sisters—one the dead man’s widow, the other his ex. To save the teenage boy accused of murdering him, they must confront a history of long-buried secrets and betrayal. But can sisters ever escape the shadows of their past?
Get your copy of THE BETTER SISTER now.
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Blog postThree New Books!
THE WIFE is now out in paperback in both the US and UK. Hardbacks can still be found, and of course audio and e-book versions are available with a couple of taps!
Angela Powell’s seemingly perfect life is rocked when her high-profile husband is accused of sexual misconduct. She can save him or save herself, but not both.
Learn more about THE WIFE here.
New in stores for the first time is YOU DON’T4 years ago Read more -
Blog postThank you, thank you, thank you all for supporting my new book, THE WIFE. I’ve gotten so many incredible notes from you in response to this book, and I can’t wait to continue hearing your reactions to Angela, Jason, and their layered, scandal-prone lives. Keep reading!
Breaking News: THE WIFE, the movie
THE WIFE will be adapted as a major motion picture by Amazon Studios. I’m thrilled to report that I’ll be writing the screenplay!
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Blog postTHE WIFE is finally here, both in the United States and the UK. I can’t WAIT for you to read this book. I think it’s going to be one of those stories you’ll want to talk about when you’re finished (and here are the book club questions to prove it).
Named a best of the month book pick by Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Entertainment Weekly, and Oprah, THE WIFE is the story of Angela Powell, a woman whose marriage is flung under the limelight when two women level troubling accusations of se4 years ago Read more -
Blog postIf you’re looking for some short reads, I’ve got some for you.
For e-book fans: My short e-story WAKING KYLIE is available now, and features an exclusive excerpt from THE WIFE. After losing a criminal case, a prosecutor is forced to ask herself how far she’s willing to go to protect the young girl whose future hangs in the balance. Included is a cameo from a Portland prosecutor, whom some of you may recognize.
For some online, holiday-themed reading: In the holi4 years ago Read more -
Blog postEVERY BREATH YOU TAKE, the fourth book in the Under Suspicion series, is now available!
Sharing this series with Queen of Suspense Mary Higgins Clark has been an honor and a blast as a writer, and this book is especially close to my heart. Laurie Moran and her Under Suspicion team are investigating the unsolved Met Gala murder—in which a wealthy widow was pushed to her death from the Met’s rooftop during its star-studded party of the year.
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Blog postI’ll have two new books in stores before you know it.
THE WIFE, out January 23 in the US, is about a wife torn between defending her husband and saving herself after two women level troubling accusations against her husband. As you read, you might be reminded of other wives thrown under the harsh glare of a spotlight because of their husband’s scandals, but Angela Powell has an especially powerful motive to protect her husband, Jason, a brilliant economist and cultural lightning5 years ago Read more -
Blog postAlafair will participate in a LIVE Google Hangout to support The Pixel Project, which works to end violence against women. To “hangout” with Alafair on Sunday, September 10, 9 PM EST, 6 PM PST, just go to this link. You can also donate to the Pixel Project and get terrific book perks, including a set of signed books from Alafair.
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The grand prize is a Skype visit with Alafair and your book club to discuss The Ex. Other winners will receive a copy of The Ex, now available in paperback!
Hurry — the raffle ends May 1st.
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Blog postI am beyond thrilled that THE EX has been nominated for an Edgar Award for Best Novel. The Edgar Award, named for Edgar Allan Poe, is awarded by The Mystery Writers of America to honor the best in mystery fiction, non-fiction, television, film, and theater. This is especially delicious news, because so many of my talented, supportive friends are also nominated this year.
Winners will be announced on April 26 at a banquet in New York City. That’s going to be quite the party!5 years ago Read more -
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