David Healey Books in Order

David Healey is a critically acclaimed author of historical thrillers and historical non-fiction, with a passion for delving into the intricacies of pivotal moments in American history. His debut novel, SHARPSHOOTER, a what-if historical thriller about an attempt to assassinate Union General Ulysses S. Grant during the Civil War, garnered praise for its techno-thriller style, quick pace, and intricate plot. Healey spent years researching the Civil War, participating in reenactments at Gettysburg and other battlefields to ensure the authenticity of his narrative. His World War II novels, GHOST SNIPER, ARDENNES SNIPER, and RED SNIPER, are the result of extensive interviews with veterans of the 29th Division who landed at Omaha Beach on June 6, 1944. These novels showcase Healey's ability to craft compelling characters and events inspired by real-life stories. He is particularly drawn to characters like Micajah Cole, a self-reliant and ruthless sniper who embodies the complexity of human nature. In addition to fiction, Healey has written extensively on regional history, including 1812: REDISCOVERING CHESAPEAKE BAY'S FORGOTTEN WAR and GREAT STORMS OF THE CHESAPEAKE. A graduate of Washington College and the Stonecoast MFA program, Healey was recognized as a Chaney Scholar in history by St. Mary's College in 201