Isabella Maldonado

Isabella Maldonado is a retired police captain and award-winning author who draws on over two decades of law enforcement experience to craft pulse-pounding thrillers. A veteran of the force, she rose through the ranks to become one of the first Latinas to command a precinct. Her FBI profiler Nina Guerrera series, including "The Cipher" and "A Different Dawn," has garnered critical acclaim for its authentic portrayal of criminal investigations. "A Killer's Game" showcases her talent for high-stakes suspense. Maldonado's work has earned recognition from Lefty, Anthony, and Barry Award committees, establishing her as a formidable voice in crime fiction.