Quest'autrice si addentra nelle profondità dell'esperienza umana con uno sguardo penetrante e uno stile raffinato. Il suo lavoro cattura spesso relazioni complesse e i mondi interiori dei personaggi, contrassegnato da una profonda comprensione della psiche umana. Attraverso la sua scrittura, offre ai lettori riflessioni stimolanti sulla vita e sulla società. Il suo contributo letterario risiede nella maestria nell'esprimere idee ed emozioni che risuonano con un vasto pubblico.
Set against the backdrop of Wellwood, a state-run mental institution with a troubling past, the narrative unfolds as an engaging mystery. The story features relatable sleuths who navigate a murder investigation that intertwines with the institution's history of housing 'rebellious, unruly women.' The emotional depth of the plot, coupled with the exploration of societal issues, adds layers to the mystery, making it a captivating read.
The first death came unexpectedly. An old man attacked outside his home, his murder a shock to the town. Then the second death came and with it fear. For Raythune County's prosecuting attorney Bell Elkins, the inexplicable killings in Acker's Gap are all she can think about. Everything - the oppressive summer heat, her absent daughter, her troublesome sister - fades into the background as she tries to work out who is responsible. As tensions escalate, and suspects begin to emerge, Bell will have to face demons from her own past as she comes head-to-head with a killer bent on destroying all those who stand in their way...
"Out in the observatory, protruding from the vast gap in the roof, was the giant telescope. It stared unblinkingly into the night sky, its gaze peering deep into the wilderness of stars. Somewhere within that wilderness was the single star Rez was determined to find. New Earth, 2297. A year after the resurrection of a universal surveillance system called the Intercept, New Earth is collapsing. Humanity is depending on a group of five friends to find them all a new home. Humanity's fate rests in the hands of Violet Crowley, a headstrong rebel and former detective turned hopelessly mediocre politician; Shura Lu, scientific genius and magnificently gifted artist; Kendall Mayhew, New Earth's Chief of Police; Tin Man Tolliver, Kendall's top deputy; and Steven J. Reznik, aka "Rez," NESA Director and Chief Technologist. Together they discovered their utopian home is on an unstoppable collision course with Earth. Together they look to the stars to find a world suitable for human life and what they find there--or rather who--will change them all forever."--Amazon
Karin Slaughter has called Julia Keller 'a rare talent' and Dennis Lehane has praised her 'remarkable writing'. Now Bell Elkins returns - a high-profile development has been green-lit in Acker's Gap but with one resident refusing to sell his land, tensions are running high and when a body is found it's up to Bell to find out the truth.
Bell Elkins returns in the devastating follow-up to Pulitzer prize winner Julia Keller's highly acclaimed A KILLING IN THE HILLS. Acker's Gap, West Virginia: a high-school student - sixteen, full of promise, and pregnant - is found murdered in a car at the bottom of the Bitter River. Her death devastates the community, but one among them must be responsible. Bell Elkins, Raythune County's prosecuting attorney, is determined to bring the killer to justice. But someone else has their own agenda. Amid the shadow of the Appalachian Mountains, another act of violence is about to strike. As Bell and Sheriff Nick Fogelsong work to uncover the truth, one thing is certain: no one can truly understand Acker's Gap until they are in the thick of it. Bell returned to her hometown to make a difference. But just how much is she willing to risk?
Set against a backdrop of contemporary issues intertwined with deep-rooted history, this installment of the Bell Elkins series immerses readers in a gripping mystery. Julia Keller explores themes of resilience and the impact of the past on present lives, drawing parallels between current events and the enduring struggles of the community. The narrative promises a compelling blend of suspense and emotional depth, reflecting the complexities of life in the mountains.
The novel - the first in Pulitzer-prize winning Julia Keller's series featuring prosecuting attorney Bell Elkins - intelligent, involving, intense crime fiction
The Gun That Changed Everything and the Misunderstood Genius Who Invented It
Exploring the life of the individual behind the original weapon of mass destruction, this work delves into the historical and ethical implications of his contributions. It examines the moral dilemmas faced during the development of such a powerful tool and the profound impact it had on warfare and society. Through a critical lens, the narrative challenges readers to reflect on the legacy of innovation and destruction, revealing the complexities of genius intertwined with the consequences of human ambition.
In Sorrow Road, the latest mystery from Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Julia Keller, two stories—one set in the turbulent era of World War II and one in the present day—are woven together to create a piercingly poignant tale of memory and family, of love and murder. In 1944, three young men from a small town in West Virginia are among the American forces participating in D-Day, changing the fortunes of the war with one bold stroke. How is that moment aboard a Navy ship as it barrels toward the Normandy shore related to the death of an old man in an Appalachian nursing home seventy-two years later? Bell Elkins, prosecuting attorney in Acker’s Gap, West Virginia, is asked by an old acquaintance to look into the death of her beloved father in an Alzheimer’s care facility. Did he die of natural causes—or was something more sinister to blame? And that’s not the only issue with which Bell is grappling: Her daughter Carla has moved back home. But something’s not right. Carla is desperately hiding a secret. Once again, past and present, good and evil, and revenge and forgiveness clash in a riveting story set in the shattered landscape of Acker’s Gap, where the skies can seem dark even at high noon, and the mountains lean close to hear the whispered lament of the people trapped in their shadow.
The Dark Intercept by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Julia Keller is the beginning of a “riveting”* science fiction adventure that challenges the voluntary surrender of liberties for the perception of safety. When the state controls your emotions, how hard will you fight to feel free? In a radiant world of endless summer, the Intercept keeps the peace. Violet Crowley, the sixteen-year-old daughter of New Earth’s Founding Father, has spent her life in comfort and safety. Her days are easy thanks to the Intercept, a crime-prevention device that monitors emotion. But when her long-time crush, Danny Mayhew, gets into a dangerous altercation on Old Earth, Violet launches a secret investigation to find out what he's hiding. An investigation that will lead her to question everything she's ever known about Danny, her father, and the power of the Intercept. Much like the device itself, The Dark Intercept will get under your skin. “A rare, literary feat.” —Gennifer Albin, New York Times bestselling author of the Crewel World trilogy “The Dark Intercept grabbed me from the first page and shook me until the last.” —*Emmy Laybourne, author of Berserker The Dark Intercept is a Library and Information Technology Association (LITA) Excellence in Children’s and Young Adult Science Fiction Notable List selection! The Dark Intercept #1 The Dark Intercept #2 Dark Mind Rising #3 Dark Star Calling The Tablet of Scaptur (novella)