The Lies You Wrote
For a brilliant forensic linguist, crimes of the past hold clues to new series of murders in a twisting novel of suspense by the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of A Familiar Sight.
The double murder of a married couple in a small Washington town draws FBI forensic linguist Raisa Susanto into an investigation that mirrors a decades-old crime. Twenty-five years ago—to the day—Alex Parker murdered his parents, then took his own life, leaving behind a note admitting everything.
Raisa, paired with forensic psychologist Callum Kilkenny, uses her skills to read between the lines. Especially now that paranoid postings on a conspiracy thread suggest that Alex was a victim himself—theories that have piqued the interest of a perceptive content moderator and a true-crime podcaster eager for a big break.
As old and new crimes converge, messages from the living and the confessions of the dead take on new meaning for Raisa. Something more sinister than a copycat crime is at play, and plundering the darkest corners of a killer’s mind leaves her vulnerable to a deadly twist even she never saw coming.
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Brianna Labuskes
Brianna Labuskes invites readers into worlds where suspense and emotional complexity collide, crafting stories that linger long after the final page. Raised amidst the quiet rhythms of small-town life, she found early inspiration in the mysteries woven through everyday moments—those subtle tensions that spark curiosity and pull you deeper into human nature’s darker corners. Her writing reflects this blend of keen observation and gripping tension, often exploring themes of trust, identity, and the unseen forces shaping our choices.
Raisa Susanto
Set against the simmering backdrop of cultural tensions and personal secrets, the Raisa Susanto series pulls readers into a labyrinth of intrigue where loyalty and deception blur. At its core is Raisa—a character shaped by resilience and shadowed by the complex past she can’t fully escape. As each installment unfolds, the series digs deeper into themes of identity, power, and the price of survival in a world that demands constant vigilance.
Raisa Susanto consists of three books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

