When renowned surgeon Dr. Samuel Price is found murdered in his own home—his body left with surgically precise stab wounds and a scalpel placed beside him—Detective Alex Mercer knows this isn’t just another homicide. It’s a message.
As Mercer digs deeper, he uncovers chilling similarities to an unsolved murder from a decade ago—a case that has haunted him for years. With a growing list of suspects, including Price’s estranged son, a vengeful former patient, and a mysterious figure from his past, Mercer must navigate a web of deception, long-buried secrets, and deadly betrayals.
But when he receives an anonymous letter repeating the killer’s haunting words—“Some wounds never heal”—Mercer realizes the truth is far more disturbing than he imagined.
This isn’t just a murder investigation. It’s a game. And the killer is just getting started.
For fans of Michael Connelly, Karin Slaughter, and Gillian Flynn, Knifed is a gripping crime thriller packed with suspense, shocking twists, and psychological depth that will keep you hooked until the very last page.
About the author
Claire Smith is an emerging voice in the world of psychological thrillers and suspense fiction. With a talent for weaving hauntingly atmospheric stories, Claire explores the darker corners of human nature, small-town secrets, and the consequences of silence. Her debut novel, No One Believed Her: A Teenage Girl’s Disappearance and the Killer Next Door, has captivated readers with its gripping twists and emotionally charged narrative, shining a spotlight on the fragile veneer of suburban perfection.
Growing up in a small town herself, Claire draws inspiration from her own experiences living in tight-knit communities where everyone has something to hide. Her fascination with true crime stories and human psychology fuels her storytelling, as she masterfully blends the psychological tension of Gillian Flynn with the relatable drama of Liane Moriarty.
When Claire isn’t crafting chilling mysteries, she enjoys exploring hidden hiking trails, sipping coffee while poring over true crime documentaries, and spending time with her rescue dog, Max. She believes that stories have the power to not only entertain but also challenge societal norms, making readers question what they think they know about the world around them.
Claire lives in the countryside with her husband, Max, and an ever-growing collection of crime novels. No One Believed Her is the first of many planned novels exploring the interplay of fear, guilt, and survival in the face of tragedy.
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