Jaclyn Goldis is a graduate of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and NYU School of Law. She practiced estate planning law at a large Chicago firm for seven years before leaving her job to travel the world and write novels. After culling her possessions into only what would fit in a backpack, she traveled for over a year until settling near the beach, where she can often be found writing from cafés. She is the author of The Chateau, The Main Character, The Safari, and The Last Time We Saw Her.
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“The Last Time I Saw Her is a brilliant, sharply-written destination thriller that ingeniously combines two cherished tropes—an exotic setting and a documentary poised to unravel a cold case—into a book that delivers on every level, narrated by an incredible cast of characters, each with their own compelling voice. Juicy secrets, tension that simmers on every page, and a stunning conclusion make this a can’t-miss book. Jaclyn Goldis just became an auto-buy author for me. What a star!”
– Ashley Winstead, USA Today-bestselling author of THIS BOOK WILL BURY ME
“An exotic location that thrums with dread, a long-lost treasure, and a documentary exploring a mysterious death set the stage for Jaclyn Goldis’s latest page-turner. A cast of complex characters carry grudges, old feuds, and murderous intent until the ultimate betrayal. An atmospheric, beautifully written thriller.”
– Robyn Harding, internationally bestselling author of STRANGERS IN THE VILLA
“Jaclyn Goldis masterfully combines the youth camping experience, complicated relationships and an exotic locale into a fun, dark and twisty novel. I tore through it, eager to see who was playing who in a clever cat and mouse game.”
– Jessie Garcia, author of THE BUSINESS TRIP
“[E]ngrossing page-turner... Goldis makes shrewd use of several possibly unreliable narrators, including Olivia and two of her fellow campers. Riley Sager fans will relish this dark, crafty puzzle.”
– Publishers Weekly
“An intriguing story of murder and treasure set on the island of São Miguel… [an] enjoyable read by a popular author.”
– Booklist
"A lively thriller...both dark and joyful."
– Hadassah Magazine
“Goldis manages the revelations with an expert touch and keeps readers guessing at every turn.”
– Crimereads, "The Most Anticipated Mysteries, Thrillers, and Crime Novels of Summer 2026"
"When it comes to thrillers, Jaclyn Goldis knows how to write — and how to write well! The Last Time We Saw Her is ... unputdownable."
– Parade
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