Frances McNamara Books in Order

Frances McNamara is a critically acclaimed author whose life experiences have deeply informed her writing. Born and raised in Boston, she is the daughter of a former Police Commissioner, an experience that profoundly shaped her understanding of the city and its complexities. A graduate of Mount Holyoke and Simmons Colleges, McNamara's academic pursuits were followed by a career as a librarian at the University of Chicago, where she honed her research skills and developed a passion for storytelling. When not crafting compelling narratives, McNamara can be found on the water, sailing the Charles River in Boston or soaking up the sun on Cape Cod's pristine beaches. Her writing is a testament to the rich tapestry of her life experiences.

Bibliography verified: January 2026

Book Series by Frances McNamara

  • #1
    Death at the Fair(2009)
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  • #2
    Death at Hull House(2009)
    Amazon
  • #3
    Death at Pullman(2011)
    Amazon
  • #4
    Death at Woods Hole(2012)
    Amazon
  • #5
    Death at Chinatown(2014)
    Amazon
  • #6
    Death at the Paris Exposition(2016)
    Amazon
  • #7
    Death at the Selig Studios(2018)
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  • #8
    Death on the Homefront(2022)
    Amazon
  • #9
    Death in a Time of Spanish Flu(2022)
    Amazon
  • #10
    Malice Domestic 11: Murder Most Conventional(2016)
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About Frances McNamara

Frances McNamara is a critically acclaimed author whose life experiences have deeply informed her writing. Born and raised in Boston, she is the daughter of a former Police Commissioner, an experience that profoundly shaped her understanding of the city and its complexities. A graduate of Mount Holyoke and Simmons Colleges, McNamara's academic pursuits were followed by a career as a librarian at the University of Chicago, where she honed her research skills and developed a passion for storytelling. When not crafting compelling narratives, McNamara can be found on the water, sailing the Charles River in Boston or soaking up the sun on Cape Cod's pristine beaches. Her writing is a testament to the rich tapestry of her life experiences.

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