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Laurie R. King

b. 1952

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Laurie R. King is the New York Times bestselling author of 30 novels and other works, including the Mary Russell-Sherlock Holmes stories (The Beekeeper’s Apprentice was chosen as one of the “20th Century’s Best Crime Novels” by the IMBA.) She has won the Agatha, Anthony, Creasey, Edgar, Lamb…

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Fiction Mystery Crime Historical Fiction Amateur Sleuth

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LAURIE R. KING

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the reading order for Laurie R. King's Mary Russell series?

    The Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes series begins with The Beekeeper's Apprentice, followed by A Monstrous Regiment of Women, A Letter of Mary, and The Moor. The series continues with O Jerusalem, Justice Hall, The Game, Locked Rooms, The Language of Bees, and The God of the Hive.

  • What awards has Laurie R. King won?

    Laurie R. King has received numerous accolades, including the Agatha, Anthony, Edgar, Macavity, and Creasey awards. She was also named a Grand Master by the Mystery Writers of America in 2022.

  • What is Laurie R. King best known for?

    Laurie R. King is widely recognized for her Mary Russell series, which features a young woman who becomes an apprentice to a retired Sherlock Holmes. This series reimagines the classic detective in a new light.