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May 2, 2026
History of the 'Raspberry Killer' reaches fiction with a new book to be presented at the Book Fair
The 2026 Book Fair has India as its guest country. Photo: Courtesy - Corferias / A.P.I.
TL;DR
- Mía Paz's new novel, 'La bruja de las frambuesas,' is inspired by the real 2025 "Raspberry Killer" case in Colombia.
- The novel was developed from the public's shock over the poisoning of victims, including minors, with thallium.
- Paz's intention was to explore human psychology and motivations, not to create a journalistic chronicle.
- The story examines how danger can lurk in everyday situations and the emotional consequences of such events.
- The book encourages readers to confront uncomfortable questions and reflect on personal decisions and hidden secrets.
- The novel will be launched at the Bogotá International Book Fair (FILBo) with a talk and book signing by the author.