I'm already looking forward to reading more from this series. I really was hooked from the opening pages and read this book over a few days in every spare minute that I had.

A new series for the wonder that is Karin slaughter she really knows how to right a thriller and hook you read this in less than 2 days unable to put down. I love Emmy Lou here relationship with her father was lovely to behold won’t give any spoilers but so many questions raised and mystery’s to unfold in the series. The killings at the beginning have consequences years later and boy I did not see whodunnit. Can’t wait for the next book

I just finished this book and I'm devastated. Devastated that I've come to the end because I think it just might be the best book I've ever read. And I've been reading for more than 50 years. I have gone through such a range of emotions anger, pity, sorrow, dread, horror all wrapped up in a burning desire to find out the truth. And the truth shocked me to the core. My only hope is that, because there is some unfinished business, Karin Slaughter intends to make this the first in a new series. The characters are so realistic and their relationships so complex that I am almost aching to read more about them. And that's without taking into account the fact that this author writes one hell of a tense, thrilling suspense story. More, please.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book.

I've always enjoyed books by this author and this one was no exception. The mystery of what had happened and who had done it turns the town on itself and pits people against each other and separates friendships which had endured for years.

It all comes to a head when it happens again and this turn of events changes things for people forever.

We Are All Guilty Here plunges readers into the secrets of North Falls, a small town where everyone knows everyone or so they think. When two teenage girls vanish during a Fourth of July celebration, Officer Emmy Clifton is forced to confront her own guilt and unravel a mystery that exposes the town’s darkest truths.

Slaughter’s writing is razor-sharp, and the atmosphere she builds is immersive and tense. Emmy is a compelling protagonist; lawed, vulnerable, and driven by regret. Her emotional journey adds depth to the procedural twists and turns, making the stakes feel personal and raw.

The pacing is tight, and the suspense never lets up. Twists come fast, and just when you think you’ve figured it out, Slaughter throws another curveball. The exploration of guilt, betrayal, and the hidden lives of teenagers is handled with sensitivity and nuance.

While the story is gripping, some plot threads felt slightly rushed toward the end, and a few character motivations could have used more clarity. Still, this is a standout thriller that will keep you hooked from start to finish.

If you love character driven mysteries with emotional weight and psychological depth, this one deserves a spot on your TBR.

A small American town which has seen the same family predominate for years and presently has a sherriff that seems to be respected although he is hoping his daughter will tale over from him one day. How well do you know your neighbours and even your family? When 2 teenage girls go missing on the 4th July everyone is shocked and all turn out to hunt foe them. When they are eventually found an arrest is made but have they got the right man? After 14 years he is released and another girl goes missing under similar circumstances. Did they make a mistake the first time round, can calling in an FBI agent help them or lead to more trouble, Clues along the way help but there is an unexpected twist to the story. Quite long but enjoyable and a typical Karin Slaughter book.

A very long book, with a complicated storyline dedicated to bringing child killers to justice. Several members of one family are involved in the law enforcement , which can be a hindrance or a help.
A very good book with a good deal of background abut small-townAmerica, a good insight to the behaviour of such places and the interaction between them all.
I enjoyed it.

Thanks to #NetGalley and #HarperCollinsUK for the book #WeAreAllGuiltyHere by #KarinSlaughter. I absolutely loved this book and cannot wait for the next one. Emmy Clifton is an officer in North Falls and this sleepy little town just too a hard hit. Two teenage girls, one is Emmy’s best friend’s daughters, have turned up missing. Emmy blames herself for not listening to Madison when she came to her earlier in the day. Can they find the girls before it’s too late? A lot of secrets are revealed during this book, I am not sure Emmy can handle them.

We Are All Guilty Here is the latest crime procedural by Karin Slaughter, introducing a new character, Emmy Clifton, a young deputy investigating the disappearance of two teenagers in North Falls. Years later, a similar case shakes the town again, and old wounds, secrets, and mistakes begin to resurface.

Without giving too much away, this was a tense and highly engrossing thriller that had me hooked from the start and never let go. The story spans several years, giving it an almost epic feel. The sense of place is spot on. You end up feeling like you know this town and these people, which is something I highly value in crime novels.

The subject matter is dark and disturbing (but honestly, what else would you expect from Slaughter?). Emmy is a compelling character, easy to root for, and the book features tense scenes, thrilling moments, and a few strong twists. After a string of disappointing thrillers, I really enjoyed this one.

"We Are All Guilty Here" by Karin Slaughter is lauded as a **gripping and meticulously crafted crime thriller** that truly excels in its intricate plot and deeply realised character development. The **masterfully constructed plot** immediately draws readers into the disappearance of two teenage girls, Madison Dalrymple and Cheyenne Baker, during a Fourth of July celebration, an event marked by abandoned bikes, a destroyed phone, and a pool of blood. The narrative skilfully weaves between the past and present, connecting this original tragedy to the eerie, mirroring abduction of Paisley Walker twelve years later. The story's strength lies in its **unveiling of multiple layers of deception**, culminating in the shocking revelation of Virgil Ingram and Walton Huntsinger as the true perpetrators and their elaborate conspiracy to frame another.

**Character development is a significant highlight**, adding profound emotional depth to the procedural elements.
* **Emmy Clifton** is presented as a compelling and resilient chief deputy, who carries the weight of past regrets concerning Madison. Her unwavering leadership in the search for Paisley is deeply intertwined with her personal grief following her father's murder and her mother's declining health, showcasing her evolving capabilities.
* **Jude Archer**, Emmy's estranged sister and a renowned FBI criminal psychologist, brings a fresh, professional perspective to the cold case, and her presence forces a painful reckoning with deep-seated family secrets, contributing to a powerful portrayal of sisterhood and collaboration.
* The villains, **Virgil Ingram and Walton Huntsinger**, are developed with chilling depth, their gradual unmasking as manipulative and sadistic serial killers, with a complex, co-dependent dynamic, adding a dark realism to the criminal element.

The novel is an **emotionally charged and intensely plotted** experience, exploring themes of trauma, forgiveness, and the relentless pursuit of justice [previous review].

First of all I would like to thank NetGalley and the publishers for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I am a massive Karin Slaughter fan and have read many of her books and series. I do prefer some more of her stand alone books as you don’t need to have knowledge of previous characters and plots and this is another perfect example of this, unless it is becoming a new series in which I’m also happy for!

There was so much suspense with a good whodunit plot and some really good character development thrown in. Slaughter has smashed it out of the park again with this and will be not her one I will be recommending to people.

North Falls where things are not as they first appear .
There is a child abductor/ killer at large .
He has killed two local girls Cheyenne and Madison , and things come to light about the girls that people don’t want to believe .
The Sheriff and his deputy have a hard task ahead .
This book is full of twists and turns and when you think there can’t be another one it hits the next page .
Great writing covering the worst and best of humanity .
I rate Karin Slaughter’s story telling very highly and I think this book has elevated it to the next level.
Thanks to NetGalley and HarperCollins UK, HarperFiction.

We Are All Guilty Here had me hooked from the first few pages. Emmy is a tough, complex character, and I loved how the story explored her past while dealing with the mystery in the present. The small-town setting added to the tension, and the twists really kept me guessing.

Some parts slowed down a little with the investigation, but overall the story was emotional, gritty, and full of suspense. I cared about the characters and couldn’t stop reading because I needed to know how it all played out.

A solid, gripping read from Karin Slaughter—dark, twisty, and well worth it.

I am a massive Karin Slaughter fan and couldn't wait for this new one. As usual her characters are so excellent - engaging and REAL. She is a master of making us feel we know them in real life. Am very intrigued by this new character and where she is going in later books. Will keep buying the series!

Thanks to Harper Collins UK and NetGalley for ARC.

Slaughter has said that this is the start of a new series, set in small (fictional Georgian) town North Falls.
For Emmy Clifton, deputy then acting sheriff of the town, policing is a family vocation, so when the daughter of a friend goes missing, along with another young girl, she is obsessed by the the case, long after someone is convicted of the crimes. Years later, another disappearance with similar features has huge consequences for Emmy, her family and the whole town as well as the people immediately involved.
As you'd expect from as experienced and successful thriller writer, this is well crafted and very readable. The tricky balance required to keep small town life on an even keel, economic disparity, family difficulties, friendships in crisis - it's all here. I look forward to seeing how Emmy, her family and the townspeople we get to know fare in the next instalment.

Karin Slaughter is a master storyteller. An amazing opening for book 1 of a new series. I loved that the book was so much more than the blurb, I was shocked so many time and did not see the direction this took. I do wish there were shorter chapters, it makes the book feel dragged out and I'm less likely to pick up when I only have a quick 15 mins to read due to the long chapters.

I haven't read a Karin Slaughter book for years, and I had forgotton just how good they are!
Years ago, two teenage girls go missing at a fireworks display, and Officer Emmy Clifton and she tasked with find them as soon as possible. One of the girls is the daughter of her best friend, and so this is personal for her. The case will profoundly affect her life, and of those around her.
Now in the present, someone else is missing in similar circumstances, and Emmy suspects that there is a copycat at work.
This is the first installment of a new series. The story is thought provoking, and fast paced, with great characters, and I look forward to reading more...

In my humble opinion this has been one of her best works so far. It was everything a thriller needs to be and MORE. Thoroughly enjoyed every minute reading it!

Whilst the premise of the book was excellent, I felt that (for my personal tastes) everything felt way too wordy and drawn out. Clearly an excellent author with a fine back catalogue of tomes, but I did find myself floundering amongst detail throughout. Many thanks to Netgalley, publisher and Karin for allowing me to review this ARC.

With thanks to the author, publishers HarperCollins UK and NetGalley for providing me with a DRC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

A gripping start to what promises to be a fantastic new series!

Somehow I have never read a Karin Slaughter book before, but I am so glad that this was the book that changed that!

From the start the reader is faced with the disappearance of 2 teenage girls from a local 4th of July fireworks display, and the first part of the book tells the story of the aftermath of that and the investigation that followed. Then fast forward 12 years when another teenage girl disappears in similar circumstances from the same small town of North Falls, and the same law enforcement officer is tasked with solving the mystery and brining whoever is responsible to justice.

Despite being such an absorbing novel, the subject matter was difficult to read at times and might be disturbing for some readers. For those that can get past that though, the pace of the book was unrelenting, moving from tragic to humorous to inspirational with plenty of twists along the way, making it a real page-turner in my eyes.

Definitely one I will be recommending to my bookish friends, and I look forward to turning next to the author’s Will Trent series to get stuck into that!