Caroline Mitchell is a successful author of crime and psychological thriller novels. Born in Ireland, she now resides in a woodland village outside the city of Lincoln, England. Mitchell's professional background is in criminal investigation, having worked as a police detective in CID, where she specialized in roles dealing with vulnerable victims, high-risk domestic abuse victims, and serious sexual offenses. These experiences have greatly informed her writing, providing her with a wealth of knowledge and insight into the criminal mind and the workings of law enforcement.
Before becoming a full-time author, Mitchell worked as a police detective, where she gained valuable experience in dealing with vulnerable victims and high-risk domestic abuse cases. This background is reflected in her writing, which often features complex and morally ambiguous characters, as well as intricate and suspenseful plotlines. She has written several popular series, including the DS Ruby Preston series and the DI Amy Winter series, both of which have been praised for their gripping storylines and well-developed characters.
Mitchell's writing has been well-received by both critics and readers alike, with several of her books becoming bestsellers in the US, UK, and Australia. Her novel "Silent Victim" was a number one bestseller in the Amazon charts in these countries and won the Reader's Favorite Awards in the psychological thriller category. Additionally, her book "Truth and Lies" was a New York Times bestseller and has been optioned for TV. Mitchell's work has also been shortlisted for several awards, including the International Thriller Awards and the Killer Nashville Best Police Procedural.
In addition to her work as a novelist, Mitchell also writes digital writing courses and maintains an active online presence, connecting with her readers through social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. She is a prolific writer, with several series and standalone novels to her name, and has built a dedicated following of readers who appreciate her ability to craft tense, suspenseful stories that keep them on the edge of their seats.