Karen Charlton is an English author, hailing from the North Yorkshire coast. She is known for her expertise in historical mysteries, bringing an academic rigor and precision to her fiction. Charlton's novels are well-researched, providing a balanced and realistic portrayal of the time periods and settings they depict.
Charlton's works are not limited to mysteries alone. She has also penned a standalone historical novel, "Catching the Eagle," which is based on the true story of her husband's notorious criminal ancestor, Jamie Charlton. Upon discovering this intriguing character in her family tree, Charlton knew she had found the perfect subject for her first foray into historical novel writing.
In addition to her Detective Lavender Mysteries, Charlton has also launched a new series, The York Ladies' Detective Agency Mysteries. This series features two enterprising young women, Jemma and Bobbie, who establish a private inquiry agency in York during World War II. Charlton's bibliography also includes a non-fiction genealogical book, "Seeking Our Eagle," which details her journey in tracing the jail-bird in her family tree.
A former English teacher, Charlton is now a full-time writer, having two grown-up children and a small grandson. She resides in a Yorkshire fishing village with two cats. Charlton is a regular at her local pub quiz team and has even competed on the BBC’s famous Quiz Show, ‘Eggheads’, which they won. She is an avid fan of historical fiction and TV costume drama, and enjoys a good mystery. Readers can easily reach out to her through her website, where they can also sign up for her Occasional Newsletter to stay updated on her latest novels, public appearances, and special offers.