"With The Last Thing She Said , piece by piece, Lauren Carr hands readers loose threads that quickly heap into a snarled mess of plots and people and perpetrators that seem impossible to sort out. But fear not! The mess becomes gloriously untangled with lots of a-ha moments, some laughs, a little sizzle, and satisfaction getting to the end ."- Review by Kristine Halls, Hallways Blog A Chilling Cold Case Whodunit Packed with Twists, Red Herrings, and Shocking Revelations "I'm working on the greatest mystery ever." Those were the haunting final words from legendary mystery novelist Mercedes Livingston—before she vanished without a trace from the fog-shrouded halls of Hill House Hotel. Spoken to a wide-eyed seven-year-old Chris Matheson, they ignited an unsolved disappearance that baffled detectives for decades, spawning endless theories, false leads, and a legacy of pulse-pounding suspense . Now, a retired detective, grown-up Chris Matheson is jolted back into the fray by a cryptic autographed novel and a mysterious letter—forensic clues that point straight to a cunning killer lurking in the shadows. Teaming up with an elite squad of fellow retired law enforcement specialists working under the cover of a blook club, Chris reignites this infamous cold case, peeling back layers of deception in a suspenseful investigation riddled with twists and red herrings. But as they unearth buried secrets from that fateful night at Hill House Hotel, the stakes skyrocket. Was Mercedes's "greatest mystery" a fictional masterpiece... or a real-life setup to commit the perfect murder? One wrong move, and Chris could become the killer's next victim. Watch out—the clues are scorching hot, and the truth is deadlier than fiction! Perfect for fans of gripping whodunits like Harlan Coben’s Tell No One , David Baldacci’s Camel Club series, and Richard Osman’s Thursday Murder Club series. If you crave edge-of-your-seat suspense, shocking betrayals, and a finale that will leave you breathless, dive into The Last Thing She Said today! "Too many twists and turns to easily share about this book. Nevertheless, Carr has pulled off another "hit" that kept me reading in one setting until the clues were so well together that the villain fell into our laps...or Chris's, LOL Carr has put a lot into the book beyond the mysteries this time...Characters enjoyed chocotinis, visited book stores...and even blundered into getting engaged (the ring had been purchased 4 months ago)... But, for me, a special thank you for the political spoof at a time when politics at the national level is devastating, gave me a laugh and lightened the load of it all!" - Review by Glenda Bixler, Book Reader's Heaven "Where to start? I have read and enjoyed every title by this prolific author. They are all filled with wonderful characters (both human and fur babies), interesting plots and a great combination of danger, suspense, humour and romance. That said, I think The Last Thing She Said really stands out as exceptional. It showcases the author's great talent as well as the many years she has spent crafting her skills. Only someone with serious hours at the typewriter (or computer) could handle a storyline like this one. The mystery is unique and the plot intricate." - Review by Marilyn R. Wilson, Olio by Marilyn "With The Last Thing She Said , piece by piece, Lauren Carr hands readers loose threads that quickly heap into a snarled mess of plots and people and perpetrators that seem impossible to sort out. But fear not! The mess becomes gloriously untangled with lots of a-ha moments, some laughs, a little sizzle, and satisfaction getting to the end." - Review by Kristine Halls, Hallways Blog "The Last Thing She Said not only serves as the title of the missing author's book, but it also refers to Mercedes getting the last word in a decades-old mystery". - 5-Star Review by Amy Wilson at Novel's Alive "Well what can I say? This is another 5-star page-turner.... The mystery in this one is what happened to Mercedes and once again I was left reeling trying to figure it out for myself. Needless to say, I didn't.... I really enjoyed reading every minute. A mystery for the whole family and the Geezer Squad of course!" - 5-Star Review of The Last Thing She Said (A Chris Matheson Cold Case Mystery) by Leanne Bookstagram Lauren Carr is the international best-selling author of the Thorny Rose, Mac Faraday, Lovers in Crime, and Chris Matheson Cold Case Mysteries--over twenty titles across four fast-paced mystery series filled with twists and turns! Book reviewers and readers alike rave about how Lauren Carr seamlessly crosses genres to include mystery, suspense, crime fiction, police procedurals, romance, and humor.  Lauren is a popular speaker who has made appearances at schools, youth groups, and on author panels at conventions. She lives with her husband, and two spoiled rotten German shepherds on a mountain in Harpers Ferry, WV.