Ella Carey is a bestselling author born in Adelaide, Australia. She has a deep love for France, particularly Paris, which is reflected in her Secrets of Paris series. Carey's writing also explores other historical settings, such as the World War II era, with standalone bestsellers like Secret Shores, The Things We Don’t Say, and Beyond the Horizon. These novels feature brave and unsung Women's Airforce Pilots of the time.
Carey's dedication to research and authenticity is evident in her work. For her novel A New York Secret, she traveled to New York to experience the city's culture, food, and atmosphere firsthand. This research resulted in her developing a fondness for cannoli, The Strand Bookstore, and Greenwich Village, as well as inspiring several new novel ideas set in New York. Carey's love for history and different eras is also reflected in her upcoming series, The Daughters of New York, which begins with A New York Secret and continues with The Lost Girl of Berlin and The Girl from Paris.
In addition to her love for France and New York, Carey has a strong educational background in the arts and humanities. She holds degrees in classical piano and arts, with majors in English literature and history from the University of Adelaide. Carey's passion for learning and research is evident in her meticulously crafted novels, which often explore complex historical events and themes.
Carey is an avid traveler and cherishes the time she spends with her family and friends. She enjoys studying Italian, walking along the beach, and connecting with her readers. Carey has a thriving online community, with a large following on Facebook and a dedicated website where readers can learn more about her books and join her mailing list for updates. She has recently signed a nine-book deal with Hachette UK imprint Bookouture, which will publish her New York series in 2021, 2022, and 2023. Carey's novels have been translated into over twenty languages, making her work accessible to readers around the world.