Happy birthday! Karin Slaughter turns 55 today

Karin Slaughter is celebrating her 55th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed authors of her generation.

Popular author Karin Slaughter has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 55th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Slaughter, a cultural icon

Born in Georgia on January 6, 1971, Karin Slaughter's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Slaughter's not just a great author, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Karin hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Karin Slaughter as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 55.

Happy Birthday, Karin, you're the best!

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