Charles Finch

Charles Finch is an accomplished American author, best known for his historical mystery novels. Finch has established a significant presence in the literary world with his series featuring the gentleman sleuth, Charles Lenox. The character and stories are set in the Victorian era, a time period that Finch has brought to life through his meticulous research and vivid storytelling.

Finch's educational background is as impressive as his writing career. He attended Phillips Academy and Yale University, where he pursued English and History. His passion for English literature led him to further his studies at Oxford University, where he earned a Master's degree in Renaissance English Literature. This academic foundation has undoubtedly contributed to the depth and richness of his writing. Finch currently resides in Oxford, England, where he continues to draw inspiration for his work.

Born in New York City in 1980, Finch is the son of Mary Truitt and Mr. Finch Jr., and the grandson of the renowned artist and writer, Anne Truitt. He has lived in various places, including France and London, which has provided him with a diverse cultural perspective. This broad experience is reflected in his writing, which transcends geographical boundaries and resonates with readers from various backgrounds.

In addition to his Charles Lenox series, Finch has also ventured into standalone novels, such as "The Last Enchantments," which explores the lives of students at Oxford University. He is also a regular book critic for prestigious publications like the New York Times, the Chicago Tribune, and USA Today. His literary critiques have been highly regarded, earning him a finalist nomination for the 2014 National Book Critics' Circle award for criticism. Finch's online presence is active, with a welcoming attitude towards reader interaction on his Facebook and Twitter accounts.
Charles Lenox Mysteries Books
# Title Year
1 A Beautiful Blue Death 2007
2 The September Society 2008
3 The Fleet Street Murders 2009
4 A Stranger in Mayfair 2010
5 A Burial at Sea 2011
6 An East End Murder 2011
7 A Death in the Small Hours 2012
8 An Old Betrayal 2013
9 The Laws of Murder 2014
10 Home by Nightfall 2015
11 The Inheritance 2016
12 Gone Before Christmas 2017
13 The Woman in the Water 2018
14 The Vanishing Man 2019
15 The Last Passenger 2020
16 An Extravagant Death 2021
Charles Lenox Mysteries Series in Chronological Order
# Title Year
1 The Woman in the Water 2018
2 The Vanishing Man 2019
3 The Last Passenger 2020
4 A Beautiful Blue Death 2007
5 The September Society 2008
6 The Fleet Street Murders 2009
7 A Stranger in Mayfair 2010
8 A Burial at Sea 2011
9 An East End Murder 2011
10 A Death in the Small Hours 2012
11 An Old Betrayal 2013
12 The Laws of Murder 2014
13 Home by Nightfall 2015
14 The Inheritance 2016
15 Gone Before Christmas 2017
16 An Extravagant Death 2021
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 The Last Enchantments 2014
Non-Fiction Books
# Title Year
1 What Just Happened: Notes on a Long Year 2021