Jeff Abbott is an American author of thriller and suspense novels. He is best known for his New York Times best-selling series featuring Sam Capra, a former CIA agent. Abbott has also written several standalone novels, including Panic, Adrenaline, and Fear. He has won numerous awards, including the International Thriller Writers Award for Best Novel and the Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence in Mystery/Suspense. Abbott is a master of suspense, creating stories that keep readers on the edge of their seats. His books have been translated into more than 20 languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide.