
Michael Genelin
2 SeriesMichael Genelin is an American author known for his crime fiction novels, including the Commander Jana Matinova series. A graduate of UCLA and UCLA Law School, he has a diverse background as a lawyer, having worked in the LA District Attorney’s Office and the US Department of Justice in Central Europe. Additionally, Genelin has contributed to film and television as a writer and adviser.
In "Siren of the Waters," the first book in Michael Genelin's Commander Jana Matinova series, Jana, a seasoned Slovak police commander based in Bratislava, leads an investigation into a master criminal involved in extortion, murder, kidnapping, and human trafficking. Her journey takes her across Europe, from Kiev to Strasbourg, Vienna, and Nice during the Carnival. As she tracks the criminal, Jana also seeks a beautiful young Russian woman targeted by the ruthless killer. Despite personal hardships caused by the Communist regime, including the destruction of her family, Jana's drive for justice remains unwavering. Her pursuit spans the continent, highlighting her determination and the challenges she faces in her quest to apprehend the criminal and protect the innocent.