Harlan Coben, the New York Times bestselling author of fast-paced crime novels and psychological thrillers, has returned with Final Twist Season 2. The author serves as host and narrator of CBS' true-crime documentary series, which premiered its second season on October 5.Final Twist Season 2 will feature 12 new hour-long episodes, where seemingly ordinary individuals commit shocking crimes with bizarre motives, hidden deceptions and a reality stranger than fiction.As a writer of mind-bending crime stories, Harlan Coben brings his own spin to the cases, which are darker and more twisted in Season 2. In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the author revealed that the team chose cases that 'took years to solve' and went through many phases.Another thing that stands apart in Final Twist Season 2 is that the latest entry features solved cases, meaning audiences will leave with answers to every twist and turn. Here's what Coben teased:"I want the stories to be complete. I don’t want cliffhangers. I don’t want stories that we don’t know the answers to."Harlan Coben breaks down the new cases in Final Twist Season 2 View this post on Instagram Instagram PostCBS's documentary series has returned with another season. While the audience is spoiled for choice when it comes to true crime shows, Final Twist Season 2 certainly stands out due to Harlan Coben's involvement. The mystery writer adds his own flair to each case until the final twist is revealed at the end.Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter, Harlan Coben discussed the process of finding intriguing cases for Season 2. The author revealed that he relies on experienced documentary filmmakers Susan Zirinsky and Jeff Zimbalist for picking the perfect cases for the CBS Series. Since the second season features 12 episodes, Coben revealed that it was important for him and the team to pick cases that would offer variety across the season.As a master of weaving mind-bending fiction, Harlan Coben knows that the audience loves a complete story, which is why Final Twist Season 2 features contained and complete stories. According to Coben, before diving into the second season, here's what fans can expect:"When you finish the hour, you have all the answers. They’re very contained stories. They’re fast-paced. They’re twisty, but you do get the answers."Another thing that stood out to Harlan Coben was the 'bravery' and 'resilience' shown by family members of the victims. The author was particularly moved by two cases, which took years to solve but remained open, due to the determination and persistence shown by the victims' parents.What happened in the Final Twist Season 2 premiere? View this post on Instagram Instagram PostAccording to TV Insider, Episode 1 revisited the 2011 murder of terminally ill cancer patient Betsy Faria, who was stabbed more than 50 times in her Missouri home. The investigators suspected her husband, Russ Faria, who discovered her body after returning from a weekly game night with friends. Despite an airtight alibi, Russ was wrongfully convicted of his wife's murder in 2013, after Betsy's close friend and the recipient of her hefty insurance policy, Pam Hupp, painted him as an abusive husband.As the Final Twist Season 2 premiere revealed, the investigation took a turn when Hupp was questioned about the murder of Louis Gumpenberger, an intellectually disabled man. It turns out Hupp had lured both Louis and a woman named Carol, with the intention of killing them. While Carol escaped, Louis was murdered by Hupp. According to Parade, Russ was eventually exonerated and Hupp was charged with Betsy's murder, with a trial scheduled in 2028.As for the final twist, Russ reconnected with Carol (the woman who managed to escape Hupp's clutches) after his release and the two fell in love.Final Twist Season 2 airs weekly episodes every Monday on CBS.For the latest scoops on your favorite TV shows and movies, follow SoapCentral.