Natalie Carter-Giles

Natalie Carter-Giles is a thriller author from Newfoundland. Her debut, Hunting Helena was voted into the Top Ten most circulated local authors for 2023 throughout Newfoundland and Labrador Public Libraries. She is the warped mind behind the Sunny and Roscoe thriller series (Next To Die, Someone Else's Secret) set in St. John's, Newfoundland, and in various communities beyond the overpass. The next installment is slated for Spring 2026.
Born and raised on the beautiful island of Ramea, Natalie now resides in Deer Lake with her husband and furbaby, Bella. When she isn't lost between the pages of a good book or wandering a secluded trail, you'll find her in the garden or working on her next thriller! You can connect with Natalie on Facebook @

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