Cara Black
Cara Black, born on November 14, 1951, is a renowned American author best known for her captivating mystery novels set in various neighborhoods of Paris. Born and raised in Chicago, Black's fascination with Paris began at a young age, fueled by her mother's stories of the City of Light. This early connection laid the foundation for her Aimee Leduc series, which follows the adventures of a fearless and stylish private investigator in Paris.
Black's literary journey took a decisive turn when she embarked on a year-long stay in the French capital, immersing herself in its culture, history, and the distinctive ambiance of its diverse arrondissements. This experience became the catalyst for her debut novel, "Murder in the Marais" (1999), introducing readers to Aimee Leduc and the rich tapestry of Parisian life.
Over the years, Black has meticulously researched each locale featured in her books, bringing the city to life with vivid descriptions and a keen eye for detail. Her novels seamlessly blend mystery, history, and the nuances of contemporary French society, garnering widespread acclaim and a dedicated global readership.
With a career spanning multiple decades, Cara Black has penned over 20 novels, each a testament to her storytelling prowess and dedication to authenticity. Her works, translated into multiple languages, have earned her a place among the foremost writers of international mysteries, and she continues to enchant readers with her evocative tales of crime and intrigue in the heart of Paris.
Black's literary journey took a decisive turn when she embarked on a year-long stay in the French capital, immersing herself in its culture, history, and the distinctive ambiance of its diverse arrondissements. This experience became the catalyst for her debut novel, "Murder in the Marais" (1999), introducing readers to Aimee Leduc and the rich tapestry of Parisian life.
Over the years, Black has meticulously researched each locale featured in her books, bringing the city to life with vivid descriptions and a keen eye for detail. Her novels seamlessly blend mystery, history, and the nuances of contemporary French society, garnering widespread acclaim and a dedicated global readership.
With a career spanning multiple decades, Cara Black has penned over 20 novels, each a testament to her storytelling prowess and dedication to authenticity. Her works, translated into multiple languages, have earned her a place among the foremost writers of international mysteries, and she continues to enchant readers with her evocative tales of crime and intrigue in the heart of Paris.
Aimee Leduc Series in Order of Publication:
1. Murder in the Marais (1999)
2. Murder in Belleville (2000)
3. Murder in the Sentier (2002)
4. Murder in the Bastille (2003)
5. Murder in Clichy (2005)
6. Murder in Montmartre (2006)
7. Murder on the Ile Saint-Louis (2007)
8. Murder in the Rue de Paradis (2008)
9. Murder in the Latin Quarter (2009)
10. Murder in the Palais Royal (2010)
11. Murder in Passy (2011)
12. Murder at the Lanterne Rouge (2012)
13.Murder Below Montparnasse (2013)
14. Murder in Pigalle (2014)
15. Murder on the Champ de Mars (2015)
16. Murder on the Quai (2016)
17. Murder in Saint-Germain (2017)
18. Murder on the Left Bank (2018)
19. Murder in Bel Air (2020)
20. Murder at the Porte de Versailles (2022)
1. Murder in the Marais (1999)
2. Murder in Belleville (2000)
3. Murder in the Sentier (2002)
4. Murder in the Bastille (2003)
5. Murder in Clichy (2005)
6. Murder in Montmartre (2006)
7. Murder on the Ile Saint-Louis (2007)
8. Murder in the Rue de Paradis (2008)
9. Murder in the Latin Quarter (2009)
10. Murder in the Palais Royal (2010)
11. Murder in Passy (2011)
12. Murder at the Lanterne Rouge (2012)
13.Murder Below Montparnasse (2013)
14. Murder in Pigalle (2014)
15. Murder on the Champ de Mars (2015)
16. Murder on the Quai (2016)
17. Murder in Saint-Germain (2017)
18. Murder on the Left Bank (2018)
19. Murder in Bel Air (2020)
20. Murder at the Porte de Versailles (2022)