Laurie R. King is a celebrated American author, renowned for her detective fiction. Born on September 19, 1952, she has captivated audiences with her series and standalone novels.

King is perhaps best known for the Mary Russell/Sherlock Holmes series. This intriguing series follows a brilliant young woman who evolves from the student to the partner of the legendary detective.

In 2018, she released Island of the Mad, where Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes embark on an adventure from London’s Bedlam to the vibrant streets of Venice’s Lido.

Another significant work is the Stuyvesant and Grey series, which includes titles like Touchstone and The Bones of Paris, set in Europe between the World Wars.