
Ben Aaronovitch
8 SeriesBen Aaronovitch is a British author known for his Peter Grant series, which blends science fiction, urban fantasy, and crime fiction. He has also worked as a television writer, notably contributing to Doctor Who serials such as "Remembrance of the Daleks" and "Battlefield" for the BBC. Aaronovitch resides in Wimbledon, London, England.
In "Rivers of London," also known as "Midnight Riot" in the U.S. and Canada, Peter Grant, a young London police constable, discovers he has magical abilities and joins a secret unit that deals with supernatural crimes. Under the mentorship of Detective Chief Inspector Thomas Nightingale, Peter navigates a world where magic and modern policing intersect. The plot thickens when a series of ghostly disturbances leads them to uncover a dark conspiracy threatening the city. "So Vile a Sin," co-authored by Kate Orman, further explores this unique blend of urban fantasy and mystery.