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2023 Finalist Page Turner Awards for Best Mystery/Cozy Mystery
2023 Finalist Page Turner Awards for Best Cover
2022 Finalist Wishing Shelf Book Awards for her debut novel, Buried Secrets.
Krissy was born and raised in Upstate New York in the charming town of Fairport where she has taught for over 25 years. Her love of mystery was first revealed within the pages of From The Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E.L. Konigsburg and Nancy Drew's mystery series. She reads mystery, suspense, and thriller novels but enjoys fantasy and historical fiction too. Some of her favorite suspense/thriller authors are Janelle Brown, Karin Slaughter, Lisa Jewel, Kate White, and Lisa Gardner.
Lies That Bind, the prequel & Book 3 to her Ella Perri Mystery Series, takes a look at what happened in the Perri family before Buried Secrets begins.
Krissy is a proud member of several online writing groups, including Sisters In Crime, Mystery Writers of America, Active Alumni Writers, and the Association of Writers & Writing Programs.
Currently, Krissy teaches writing and reading to 5th-grade students and loves it. When the school day ends, the writing begins, and there is never enough time for that. The author resides in upstate New York, near Skaneateles, where Ella Perri's mysteries begin.
Check out her website & blog for writing news and new book updates! https://krissybaccaro.com/
Reviewed by Demetria Head for Readers' Favorite
Lies that Bind by Krissy Baccaro is a riveting tale set against the backdrop of 1930s pre-war Italy. The Perri family, comprised of Sal, Isabella, and their sons Franco and Luca, harbor hidden secrets beneath the veneer of their everyday lives. When a young girl goes missing in their quaint fishing village, the family's past is hauntingly mirrored. As the mysteries deepen and ominous events unfold, Isabella is driven to uncover the truths lurking behind closed doors. The story explores the delicate balance between deception, loyalty, and the quest for justice, culminating in a shocking revelation that changes the Perri family forever. The story follows the Perri family navigating a labyrinth of secrets, masked identities, and hidden dangers.
Krissy Baccaro's prose is both evocative and suspenseful, immersing readers in a world where every whispered secret and creaking floorboard carries weight. The characters are richly developed, each with their own layers of complexity that unravel with every plot twist. The novel masterfully crafts an atmosphere of tension and uncertainty, leading readers through a maze of doubt and suspicion. Isabella, a formidable protagonist, is a beacon of strength and determination amidst the encroaching darkness. The dynamics within the family are skillfully portrayed, offering insights into their struggles and the binding ties that connect them. The narrative dances between the past and present, unveiling connections that hold the power to shatter their fragile world. In Lies that Bind, a compelling narrative embraces both the allure of secrecy and the courage to confront hidden truths. This novel is a testament to Baccaro's ability to create a world where tension, emotion, and intrigue collide, resulting in a story that lingers in the mind long after the final page is turned.
