Linda Barnes Books in Order

Linda Barnes is an acclaimed American mystery writer, distinguished by her unique blend of humor and wit. Born in Detroit, she draws inspiration from her diverse upbringing, which she further honed during her time at Boston University's School of Theater. Her captivating series, featuring the irrepressible Carlotta Carlyle, a 6'1" redheaded detective from Boston, has garnered widespread acclaim and earned her comparisons to the likes of Sue Grafton and Sara Paretsky, renowned for their iconic hard-boiled female detectives. With a keen eye for storytelling, Barnes continues to push the boundaries of the genre, as evident in her standalone mystery, "The Perfect Ghost," which showcases her versatility as a masterful storyteller.

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Book Series by Linda Barnes

  • #1
    The Chopin Manuscript(2007)
    Amazon
  • #2
    The Copper Bracelet(2009)
    Amazon

About Linda Barnes

Linda Barnes is an acclaimed American mystery writer, distinguished by her unique blend of humor and wit. Born in Detroit, she draws inspiration from her diverse upbringing, which she further honed during her time at Boston University's School of Theater. Her captivating series, featuring the irrepressible Carlotta Carlyle, a 6'1" redheaded detective from Boston, has garnered widespread acclaim and earned her comparisons to the likes of Sue Grafton and Sara Paretsky, renowned for their iconic hard-boiled female detectives. With a keen eye for storytelling, Barnes continues to push the boundaries of the genre, as evident in her standalone mystery, "The Perfect Ghost," which showcases her versatility as a masterful storyteller.

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