Michael Connelly

Starting out as a crime reporter, Michael Connelly's success as a crime novelist is no surprise. He is the author of twenty six acclaimed and bestselling novels. He released his first novel, The Black Echo, in 1992 to critical acclaim. He immediately followed up his first novel with three more featuring protagonist LAPD Detective Harry Bosh.

Connelly has gone on to write both critically acclaimed and popular novels including Blood Work and The Lincoln Lawyer, both of which were adapted into successful films. Over 42 million copies of his books have been sold internationally and translated in 39 languages. He lives in Florida with his family and occasionally appears on the television show, Castle.