Libby Fischer Hellmann crea ficción criminal cruda, basándose en su experiencia en las noticias de televisión para crear narrativas cautivadoras. Sus novelas son celebradas por sus fuertes protagonistas femeninas y su magistral mezcla de política, historia y suspense. El trabajo de Hellmann a menudo explora diversos escenarios y períodos históricos, profundizando en temas de crimen, justicia y complejas relaciones humanas. Su estilo característico combina tramas de ritmo rápido con una aguda perspicacia psicológica, ofreciendo a los lectores una experiencia literaria inmersiva y que invita a la reflexión.
Cuando Sara Long es encontrada brutalmente asesinada, Georgia Davis, ex-policía y ahora investigadora privada, es llamada a investigar. Su indagación revela un oscuro mundo de jóvenes privilegiadas en Chicago, donde la inocencia tiene un alto precio. Una novela que combina misterio y profundidad de carácter.
Un thriller que abarca tres generaciones de la familia Pacelli, comenzando con Francesca, quien huye de su padre mafioso en Cuba hacia un rebelde. Décadas después, la búsqueda de riquezas la enfrenta a peligros y decisiones fatales. "La Habana Perdida" explora el costo de buscar poder sobre el amor.
Set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War, the narrative follows two sisters who escape the destruction of their village, only to be torn apart by their divergent paths. While Mai survives as a bar girl in Saigon, Tâm joins the Viet Cong, driven by anger and a desire for revenge. Their ten-year separation raises questions about survival and the possibility of reconciliation. This poignant tale explores themes of family, survival, and the enduring scars of war, marking a significant shift in Libby Fischer Hellmann's writing style.
Libby Fischer Hellmann's thriller TOXICITY is a gritty prequel featuring rookie police officer Georgia Davis in Chicago, ten years before EASY INNOCENCE. As she navigates a series of murders and personal challenges, the story weaves a web of deceit and emotional turmoil, culminating in a powerful conclusion. TOXICITY won a Lovey Award for Best PI Novel.
A collection of 15 crime fiction short stories by Libby Fischer Hellmann, featuring award-winners. It includes two parts: five Ellie Foreman/Georgia Davis stories and ten stories from Chicago Then and Now; Other Places, Other Times. This is the combined print version of Nice Girl Does Noir, Vol. 1 and Vol. 2.
"Doubleback" is a gripping sequel featuring PI Georgia Davis and video producer Ellie Foreman as they investigate the mysterious circumstances surrounding the kidnapping and return of Molly Messenger. As they delve into financial misconduct and crime, they uncover a web of danger from Wisconsin to Arizona.
In a gripping mystery, the protagonist faces the daunting challenge of solving a murder with an astonishing 42,000 potential suspects. As they navigate a complex web of clues and red herrings, the story delves into the intricacies of human nature and the impact of a crime on a community. With each twist and turn, the investigation reveals secrets and hidden motives, making it a compelling read for fans of suspense and detective fiction.
Ellie Foreman, a Chicago video producer, returns to confront a dangerous mix of espionage, murder, and betrayal. As she navigates this treacherous landscape, her life and the safety of her loved ones hang in the balance, challenging her to uncover the truth before it's too late.
Lila Hilliard's life is in danger as she faces an arson attack on her family home and an assault by a mysterious motorcyclist. As she investigates the threats against her, she uncovers dark secrets about her father's past in 1960s Chicago, intertwining elements of thriller, history, and romance.
Chicago PI Georgia Davis heads deep into the secretive and dangerous underworld of Chicago's sex trafficking business to help her sister, Savannah.