Harlan Coben

Harlan Coben is an American author of mystery novels and thrillers, known for intricate plots involving past events, murders, and twists, with over 100 million books sold worldwide in 46 languages.[1][4][6] Born in Newark, New Jersey, he graduated from Amherst College with a political science degree and published his first novel, Play Dead, at age 28, launching a career that includes the Myron Bolitar series and numerous awards like the Edgar, Shamus, and Anthony.[2][3] Many of his works have been adapted into Netflix series and films, and he lives in New Jersey.[1][6][7]

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