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Lisa Unger


USA flag (b.1970)

aka Lisa Miscione

Lisa Unger is an award-winning New York Times and international bestselling author. Her novels have sold over 1 million copies in the US and have been translated into 26 different languages.

She was born in New Haven, Connecticut but grew up in the Netherlands, England, New Jersey and New York, where she graduated from the New School for Social Research. Lisa now divides her time, along with her husband and daughter, between Florida and New York City.
 

Awards: ITW (2024)  see all

Genres: Mystery, Horror
 
New and upcoming books
September 2024

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The Doll's House
 
Series
Lydia Strong (as by Lisa Miscione)
   1. Angel Fire (2002)
   2. The Darkness Gathers (2003)
   3. Twice (2004)
   4. Smoke (2005)
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Ridley Jones
   1. Beautiful Lies (2006)
   2. Sliver of Truth (2007)
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Hollows
   1. Fragile (2010)
   2. Darkness, My Old Friend (2011)
   3. In the Blood (2014)
   4. Crazy Love You (2015)
   5. Ink and Bone (2016)
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Whispers
   1. The Whispers (2014)
   2. The Burning Girl (2015)
   3. The Three Sisters (2015)
   4. The Whispering Hollows (2016)
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House of Crows
   1. All My Darkest Impulses (2021)
   2. Fog Descending (2021)
   3. Circling the Drain (2021)
   4. Love the Way You Lie (2021)
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Novels
   Black Out (2008)
   Die for You (2009)
   Heartbroken (2012)
   Inherit the Dead (2013) (with others)
   The Red Hunter (2017)
   Under My Skin (2018)
   The Stranger Inside (2019)
   Confessions on the 7:45 (2020)
   Last Girl Ghosted (2021)
   Secluded Cabin Sleeps Six (2022)
   The New Couple in 5B (2024)
   Close Your Eyes and Count to 10 (2025)
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Novellas and Short Stories
   Christmas Presents (2023)
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Omnibus editions show
 
Books containing stories by Lisa Unger
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The Best American Mystery and Suspense 2024 (2024)
(Best American Mystery Stories)
edited by
S A Cosby
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The Best American Mystery and Suspense 2021 (2021)
(Best American Mystery Stories)
edited by
Alafair Burke
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When a Stranger Comes to Town (2021)
(Mystery Writers of America Presents)
edited by
Michael Koryta

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Awards
2024 ITW Award for Best Short Story : Unknown Caller

Award nominations
2021 Shirley Jackson Award for Best Novelette (nominee) : House of Crows
2021 ITW Award for Best Hardcover Novel (nominee) : Confessions on the 7:45
2019 Macavity Award for Best Novel (nominee) : Under My Skin
2019 Edgar Award for Best Short Story (nominee) : The Sleep Tight Motel
2019 Edgar Award for Best Paperback original (nominee) : Under My Skin
2007 ITW Award for Best Novel (nominee) : Beautiful Lies


Lisa Unger recommends
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Don't Let the Devil Ride (2024)
Ace Atkins
"Ace Atkins is the Southern noir king. I've been reading him since his debut, and I am consistently wowed by the layers and depth of his characters, the crackling authenticity of his dialogue, and the elegance of his prose. Edgy, richly atmospheric, and often darkly funny, Don't Let the Devil Ride is the work of a master storyteller at the top of his game. A must-read!"
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Blood Rubies (2024)
Mailan Doquang
"Smart, edgy, and rocket-paced, BLOOD RUBIES is a thrill ride, packed with international intrigue, lushly drawn settings, and thrilling action. You'll be breathless as whip-smart jewel thief Rune Sarasin steals a pouch of rubies, races her motorbike through the streets of Bangkok, then jets off to the glamorous auction houses of New York City to save the people she loves. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough. Don't miss this fresh and exciting debut from newcomer Mailan Doquang-she's a writer to watch."
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Five Bad Deeds (2023)
Caz Frear
"Caz Frear writes with depth, intensity and insight as she relentlessly turns the screws of suspense. An involving, layered, and thrilling story of secrets, lies, and revenge, Five Bad Deeds takes us far beneath the surface of suburban bliss into the dark heart of human desire. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough. Riveting!"

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