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Before publishing, she earned degrees in agricultural economics at Oklahoma State University and Cornell, then worked in the agricultural industry. That sharp, analytical background later fed into the structure of her novels, which often read like puzzles: intricate, fast-paced, and demanding just enough from the reader to keep them leaning forward.

Her breakout came in young adult fiction with I’d Tell You I Love You, But Then I’d Have to Kill You in 2006, the first of six Gallagher Girls books. The series struck a chord with readers who wanted adventure laced with humor and heart, and soon Carter’s work was on bestseller lists around the world. She followed with the Heist Society and Embassy Row series, each blending international intrigue with themes of loyalty, friendship, and the weight of secrets.

In recent years she has expanded into adult fiction, most notably with Blonde Identity, where her signature blend of romance, danger, and humor finds a darker, sharper edge. Her books have been translated into more than twenty languages and continue to reach new generations of readers who come for the suspense but stay for the characters who feel achingly real.

Whether she’s writing about teenage spies navigating first love or adults facing threats with life-or-death stakes, Carter’s stories carry the same pulse: smart, fast, and full of heart. She invites readers into worlds where every choice matters and where courage is often found in the most unlikely places.