Lynda La Plante Books in Order

Lynda La Plante is a renowned British author, screenwriter, and actress, celebrated for her gripping crime series that have captivated audiences worldwide. Born Lynda Titchmarsh, she has built a successful career in television, with her early work including the six-part robbery series Widows, which premiered in 1983 and introduced the widows of four armed robbers carrying out a heist planned by their deceased husbands. Her groundbreaking series Prime Suspect, released in 1991, has become an iconic institution, starring Helen Mirren as the fearless DCI Jane Tennison and running to seven series. La Plante's work on Prime Suspect earned her an Edgar Award in 1993. As a pioneering female writer, she has continued to push boundaries, producing and writing numerous critically acclaimed series, including The Governor and Trial & Retribution, solidifying her position as a master of the crime genre.