
Laurie R. King
9 SeriesLaurie R. King is an acclaimed American author known for her detective fiction. She has created two notable series: one featuring Mary Russell, Sherlock Holmes' apprentice and partner, and another centered on San Francisco police officer Kate Martinelli. Additionally, King has authored several standalone novels, showcasing her versatility in the genre.
In "Califia's Daughters," set in a post-apocalyptic world, two societies—the warrior women of the Coast and the inland Dwellers—vie for survival. The narrative follows Dian, a young Coast woman, as she navigates the challenges of her society's strict rules and her forbidden love for a Dweller. As tensions escalate, Dian's journey forces her to question her loyalties and the future of her people. Laurie R. King, writing as Leigh Richards, crafts a compelling tale of survival, love, and societal conflict.