Nicola Upson
2 SeriesNicola Upson is an English author known for her historical mystery novels, notably the Josephine Tey Mysteries series. She holds a degree in English from Downing College, Cambridge, and has won the Escalator Award from Arts Council England. Prior to her writing career, Upson worked in theatre and as a freelance journalist.
In "An Expert in Murder," Nicola Upson introduces mystery author Josephine Tey, who travels from Scotland to London for the final week of her successful play in 1934. The play's pacifistic themes resonate until a woman Tey met on the train is found murdered. D.I. Archie Penrose suspects the murder is linked to Tey's play and fears Tey may be the next target. After a second murder, Tey and Penrose collaborate to apprehend a relentless killer. Upson's debut novel blends historical fiction with a gripping mystery, featuring Tey as a central character.
