Susanne Alleyn

Mystery writer.
Amateur historian.
Bookseller.
Insufferable knowitall about almost anything having to do with my primary obsession, the French Revolution (and writing mystery novels about it).
"Book Nerd" or "Word Nerd" just about sums it up . . .
I'm the author of three historical mystery novels set in the French Revolution: Game of Patience [2006], A Treasury of Regrets [2007], and The Cavalier of the Apocalypse , featuring Parisian sleuth Aristide Ravel, published by St. Martin's Press. These are the first three of what I hope will be a longish series of mysteries set in Paris just before, during, and after the Revolution. Cavalier is a prequel to the other two, taking place in 1786, during the Diamond Necklace Affair.
These novels are available worldwide where English-language books are sold, or badger your local library into buying copies if it doesn't have them. And since an author survives on word of mouth, if you love them, please spread the word to fellow history/mystery readers.
Come visit my author website -- susannealleyn.com -- to read more about my books, sample some chapters, and sign up for my very occasional newsletter to get the latest updates.
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"Alleyn skillfully depicts her characters' flaws and strengths while plotting a fine puzzle mystery. If your patrons enjoy historicals and have not yet discovered Alleyn, put her latest on the must-read list." -- Library Journal