Talking to Strangers By Fiona Barton

In Talking to Strangers, Fiona Barton crafts a riveting mystery where three women and a killer intersect in a web of intrigue and deception. When journalist Kiki Nunn discovers the body of forty-four-year-old Karen Simmons in a remote woodland, she seizes the opportunity to make her mark. Having interviewed Karen just a week before her death, Kiki is uniquely positioned to uncover the truth. Karen’s final stories about her mid-life romance—filled with starry kisses, lavish dates, and encounters with scammers—hint at a life fraught with danger and deception.

As Kiki dives into her investigation, she aims to write a definitive piece on Karen's search for love, despite the police focusing on local suspects. Her pursuit of the truth leads her deeper into the murky world of Karen's personal life, revealing a series of unsettling truths and potential suspects. But as Kiki gets closer to the heart of the mystery, she realizes that the quest for truth can be perilous and that she may be next in line.

Talking to Strangers is a compelling whodunnit that keeps readers guessing until the very end. With its thought-provoking narrative and numerous twists, it challenges perceptions of truth and trust in a society driven by appearances. Barton’s novel promises a thrilling read that will leave fans on the edge of their seats, eagerly flipping pages to unravel the dark secrets behind Karen Simmons’ fatal quest for love.