Elodie Harper is an accomplished author, journalist, and presenter. She has received critical acclaim for her writing, particularly in the historical and mystery genres. In 2016, she won the Bazaar of Bad Dreams short story competition hosted by The Guardian and Hodder & Stoughton for her story "Wild Swimming," which was judged by the renowned author Stephen King.
In addition to her success as a writer, Harper is also an accomplished journalist and presenter. She currently works as a reporter and presenter at ITV News Anglia in the East of England. Prior to this, she worked as a producer for Channel 4 News. Her background in journalism has provided her with a wealth of knowledge and experience that has undoubtedly influenced her writing.
Harper is the author of several novels, including The Wolf Den, which is the first in a trilogy of novels set in ancient Pompeii. This book explores the lives of women in ancient Pompeii and was a number one bestseller in the Sunday Times. The second book in the series, The House with The Golden Door, was released in the UK in 2022. In addition to her Pompeii series, Harper has also written two thrillers, The Death Knock and The Binding Song. Her ability to write in a variety of genres speaks to her versatility and talent as an author.