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Kristen L. Berry is a writer and communications executive. Born and raised in Metro Detroit, Berry graduated from the University of Michigan with a bachelor's degree in English language and literature. She has provided PR and communications expertise to leading consumer brands for nearly twenty years, all while writing in her spare time. When she isn't reading or writing, Berry can be found lifting heavy at the gym, hiking in Malibu, eating her way through Los Angeles with her partner, or shouting at the latest Formula 1 race. We Don't Talk About Carol is her debut novel.
“We Don’t Talk About Carol is so much more than your typical missing person story. A twisting mystery spanning six decades as well as a stark reminder of the disproportionate treatment of missing Black girls in the media, Kristen L. Berry has managed to weave such an elaborate web of thematic threads that when you take a step back to admire the full picture, it’s a pretty wondrous thing to behold. A fantastic debut.”—Stacy Willingham, New York Times bestselling author of Forget Me Not “A riveting page-turner by a powerful new voice. I couldn’t put it down.”—Joshilyn Jackson, New York Times bestselling author of With My Little Eye “A moving portrait, a compelling family drama, and a riveting cold case . . . This novel swept me away.”—Katie Gutierrez, bestselling author of More Than You'll Ever Know “Kristen L. Berry’s writing is beautiful, evocative and brilliant. We Don’t Talk About Carol shines an insightful light on the many topics in life we don’t talk about enough. Berry weaves a suspenseful tale while handling themes of generational trauma and grief with vulnerability and grace. I loved the parallels between Sydney trying to make sense of her family’s past while also building a foundation for her future. Packed with relatable characters and gasp-inducing reveals, this debut is perfect for fans of true-crime podcasts and captivating mysteries.”—Miranda Smith, author of Smile for the Cameras
