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Alys Clare lives in the English countryside where her novels are set. She went to school in Tonbridge and later studied archaeology at the University of Kent. She is the author of the Aelf Fen, Hawkenlye, World's End Bureau and Gabriel Taverner historical mystery series.
"Anne Perry fans will want to check this out-- ""Publishers Weekly on The Outcast Girls"" Heart-palpitating suspense, coupled with a twist-filled story, appealing characters, excellent writing, and vivid descriptions of the French people and countryside, make this a thoroughly enjoyable read -- ""Booklist"" A page-turning mystery with a well-hidden motive and a surprising number of twists-- ""Kirkus Reviews"" Clare provides an intriguing look at English life in the nineteenth century, buoyed by an engaging plot and two richly developed leads. Fine reading for fans of English historical mysteries-- ""Booklist on The Man in the Shadows"" Engaging, dark, atmospheric, and, at times, quite charming and humorous . . . A fine choice for all mystery collections-- ""Booklist on The Woman Who Spoke to Spirits"" Impressive . . . the solid plotting, colorful Victorian settings, and fun detective duo bode well for future instalments-- ""Publishers Weekly on The Woman Who Spoke to Spirits"" Industrial London and rural Kent provide the Victorian backgrounds for two fascinating stories of love, hate, and madness-- ""Kirkus Reviews on The Man in the Shadows"" Marvelous-- ""Kirkus Reviews on The Woman Who Spoke to Spirits"" Mystery and social commentary combine in a heartbreaking and sadly relevant tale-- ""Kirkus Reviews on The Outcast Girls"" The author's writing style, likable characters, and intriguing plot will draw in readers . . . Recommended for historical and traditional mystery lovers-- ""Library Journal on The Woman Who Spoke to Spirits"""
