Barbara Cleverly
5 SeriesBarbara Cleverly is an English novelist known for her historical mystery series, including the Detective Joe Sandilands Mysteries and the Laetitia Talbot Mysteries. A Durham University graduate, she transitioned from a teaching career to writing. In 2004, she received the CWA Ellis Peters Historical Dagger award. She resides in Cambridge, England.
The Ellie Hardwick Mysteries by Barbara Cleverly features a young architect in Suffolk, England, who specializes in the historic structures of East Anglia. Ellie frequently encounters mysteries, including bodies, ghosts, and crimes, within these old buildings. Utilizing her architectural skills, she solves these ancient puzzles. She forms an uneasy alliance with Detective Inspector Richard Jennings, enhancing her detective endeavors. This collection of short stories blends architecture and mystery, offering a unique twist on the genre.
