Daniela Larcher is an Austrian author who writes under both her given name and the pen name Alex Beer. She has studied process and project management as well as archaeology, bringing a multidisciplinary perspective to her work. Under the pseudonym Alex Beer, she has gained recognition for her crime fiction novels, including "The Second Rider," which was shortlisted for the German Crime Fiction Prize.
Larcher's writing often reflects her academic background, incorporating meticulous research and structured storytelling. Her works span multiple genres, with a particular focus on historical and crime fiction. As Alex Beer, she has developed a distinctive voice in the German-language crime fiction scene, earning praise for her atmospheric settings and complex characterizations.