Question: What is the first novel of  an American crime writer who is also a recent author with Blanvalet
Sentence (from "Karin Slaughter"): Karin Slaughter (born January 6, 1971) is an American crime writer, whose first novel "Blindsighted" (2001) became an international success, was published in almost 30 languages, and made the Crime Writers' Association's Dagger Award shortlist for "Best Thriller Debut" of 2001.
Relevant evidence: Yes