John Hart

John Hart is an American author known for his suspenseful thrillers and Southern Gothic novels. Born in Durham, North Carolina, in 1965, he studied at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Hart's debut novel, "The King of Lies," was published in 2006 and received critical acclaim. It won the prestigious Edgar Award for Best First Novel and was nominated for the Anthony Award and the Barry Award. His subsequent novels, including "Down River," "The Last Child," and "Redemption Road," have also been met with critical and commercial success. Hart's work is characterized by its atmospheric and evocative settings, complex characters, and gripping plots. His novels often explore themes of family, guilt, and redemption.