Isabella Alan, an academic librarian for a small college in Ohio, grew up visiting the state's Amish country with her family. Her 2010 debut, Maid of Murder, written under the name Amanda Flower, received an Agatha Award nomination for Best First Novel.
PRAISE FOR MURDER, PLAIN AND SIMPLE A mystery...stitched together with heart. --Avery Aames, Agatha Award-Winning Author of the Cheese Shop Mysteries A dead certain hit with devotees of cozy mysteries. --P. L. Gaus, Author of the Amish-Country Mysteries This series starter set in Amish country will delight readers with its details of the community's culture and lifestyle. The contrast between the simple life and a grisly murder play out nicely in this well-done cozy. -- Romantic Times (4 stars)