Tana French
Tana French is an Irish-American author known for her compelling and atmospheric crime fiction novels. Born on May 10, 1973, in Burlington, Vermont, she spent much of her early life in various countries due to her father's work as an economist.
French's writing career took off with her debut novel, In the Woods, published in 2007. The book received critical acclaim and marked the beginning of her Dublin Murder Squad series, a collection of interconnected crime novels set in Ireland. Her works are celebrated for their intricate plots, psychological depth, and nuanced characters.
As a former actor, French brings a keen understanding of human behavior and emotion to her storytelling. Throughout her career, she has won numerous awards and accolades, including the Edgar Award for Best First Novel. Tana French's contributions to the crime fiction genre have solidified her place as one of the most talented and innovative writers of her generation.
French's writing career took off with her debut novel, In the Woods, published in 2007. The book received critical acclaim and marked the beginning of her Dublin Murder Squad series, a collection of interconnected crime novels set in Ireland. Her works are celebrated for their intricate plots, psychological depth, and nuanced characters.
As a former actor, French brings a keen understanding of human behavior and emotion to her storytelling. Throughout her career, she has won numerous awards and accolades, including the Edgar Award for Best First Novel. Tana French's contributions to the crime fiction genre have solidified her place as one of the most talented and innovative writers of her generation.
Dublin Murder Squad Series:
1. In the Woods (2006)
2. The Likeness (2008)
3. Faithful Place (2010)
4. Broken Harbor (2012)
5. The Secret Place (2014)
6. The Trespasser (2016)
Novels:
The Witch Elm (The Wych Elm) (2018)
The Searcher (2020)
The Hunter (2024)
1. In the Woods (2006)
2. The Likeness (2008)
3. Faithful Place (2010)
4. Broken Harbor (2012)
5. The Secret Place (2014)
6. The Trespasser (2016)
Novels:
The Witch Elm (The Wych Elm) (2018)
The Searcher (2020)
The Hunter (2024)