Chris Pavone is an American author known for his international thrillers. His debut novel, The Expats, became a New York Times bestseller. Over his career, he has authored five international thrillers, including the instant bestseller Two Nights in Lisbon.

Pavone's novels have been featured on bestseller lists of prominent publications such as The New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, and IndieNext. His works have also been translated into two dozen languages and are in development for film and television.

In addition to his novels, Chris has contributed to various outlets, including the New York Times Book Review and Magazine, the Telegraph, and Salon. He has appeared on television programs such as Face the Nation, Good Day New York, All Things Considered, and the BBC. He has been profiled on the arts’ front page of the New York Times.

Chris Pavone grew up in Brooklyn and graduated from Midwood High School.