
Kimberly McCreight
2 SeriesKimberly McCreight is an American novelist known for her mystery novels. Initially pursuing a career in law, she worked as a lawyer at two firms before transitioning to writing after moving to London with her fiancé. Her shift to writing came after growing tired of the demanding 80-hour work weeks in the legal profession.
In "Reconstructing Amelia," Kimberly McCreight's debut novel, Kate receives a distressing call from her daughter's private school, Grace Hall, summoning her to pick up her daughter due to a suspension. Upon arrival, Kate is confronted with a chaotic scene involving police, fire trucks, and an ambulance. The novel, which has been optioned for a film starring Nicole Kidman, follows Kate's urgent quest to uncover the truth behind the alarming events at the school.