Raised in a historic small town at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Victoria Gilbert turned her early obsession with books into a dual career as an author and librarian. Now retired after over thirty years in the library field, she's worked as a reference librarian, research librarian, and university library director. Victoria writes the Blue Ridge Library mystery series, the Booklover's B&B mystery series, and the Hunter and Clewe traditional mystery series for Crooked Lane Books. A member of Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, and International Thriller Writers, Victoria lives in North Carolina.
Praise for Death and the Librarian: “A perfect cozy mystery, from the setting and characters to the pacing and plot development.” —Library Journal “A past disappearance may provide the impetus for a current murder in Taylorsford, Virginia . . . the librarian’s research is the key to solving the case.” —Kirkus Reviews “Beautifully plotted with memorable characters and many an unexpected plot twists.” —Midwest Book Review “Gilbert does a terrific job of keeping the pace while showcasing a realistic small town with relatable characters.” —First Clue Review “[A] very enjoyable return to the Blue Ridge Library.” —Kings River Life