Tami Hoag

Tami Hoag is an acclaimed American crime fiction author known for her gripping suspense novels. Born in Iowa in 1959, she pursued a career in nursing before turning to writing full-time in the early 1990s. Hoag's breakthrough came with her debut novel, "Nightscream" (1995), which introduced the detective duo Det. Nikki Liska and FBI Agent Sam Holland. She has since published over 30 novels, including the bestsellers "Dark Paradise" and "The Alibi." Her works have won multiple awards, including the Silver Bullet (twice) and the Daphne du Maurier Award. Hoag's novels are praised for their intricate plots, suspenseful pacing, and strong female characters. She has been hailed as a master of the "romantic thriller" genre, blending elements of romance and mystery in her gripping stories.