Step into the pulse-pounding world of Adele Sharp, where international intrigue and personal demons collide in a whirlwind of suspense! Blake Pierce’s Adele Sharp series is a gripping FBI thriller saga that follows a multilingual special agent with triple citizenship in the US, France, and Germany. With her unique background and relentless drive, Adele chases serial killers across continents while wrestling with the haunting mystery of her mother’s unsolved murder.
Perfect for fans of fast-paced mysteries with a psychological edge, this series blends heart-stopping action with emotional depth, making every book a page-turner. Ready to follow Adele’s journey through dark minds and darker pasts? Let’s dive in!
How Adele Sharp Began
Blake Pierce, a USA Today bestselling author known for hits like the Riley Paige mysteries, launched the Adele Sharp series in 2020 with Left to Die. Inspired by his love for crafting strong female protagonists, Pierce created Adele as a global citizen with a complex past, reflecting the interconnected nature of modern crime. The series was born from a desire to explore international manhunts, blending gritty police procedurals with the emotional weight of personal loss, setting it apart in the thriller genre.
The Heart of Adele Sharp
The series kicks off with Left to Die, where Adele, fresh off a stalled US case, is sent to Paris to hunt a cunning serial killer. Familiar streets and old DGSI allies stir memories of her mother’s murder, fueling her obsession to solve it. In Left to Run, she tackles a Jack the Ripper-inspired killer targeting American expats in Paris, uncovering chilling secrets. Left to Hide takes her to the Alps, where she teams up with her estranged father to catch a murderer preying on wealthy couples. By Left to Lure, the twelfth book, Adele investigates bizarre killings at landmarks like the Leaning Tower of Pisa, all while her mother’s killer looms closer.
Pierce’s series thrives on themes of identity, justice, and resilience. Adele’s triple citizenship isn’t just a plot device—it’s a lens into her fractured sense of belonging, as she navigates cultural divides and personal grief. The international settings, from Parisian alleys to Italian cathedrals, create a vivid backdrop, while Pierce’s taut prose and psychological depth keep readers hooked. Whether she’s decoding a killer’s mind or confronting her past, Adele’s journey is as emotional as it is thrilling.
Why Adele Sharp Resonates
The Adele Sharp series has carved a niche among thriller fans for its blend of global stakes and intimate struggles. Readers praise Adele’s flawed yet fierce character, with reviews calling her “tough but haunted” and the plots “twist-filled masterpieces.” Pierce’s ability to weave Adele’s personal quest—solving her mother’s murder—into high-octane cases keeps fans returning for more. With sixteen books and counting, the series has built a loyal following, proving that stories of strong women facing impossible odds never go out of style.
- Publication Years: 2020–present
- Number of Books: 16 (as of 2025)
- Genre: FBI Thriller, Police Procedural
- First Book: Left to Die (free download on Amazon)
Ready to chase killers across borders with Adele Sharp? Grab Left to Die and dive into a world of mystery, courage, and unforgettable twists!