G.A. McKevett

G.A. McKevett is a pseudonym used by the prolific American author, Sonja Massie. She has written over seventy published works, including mystery novels, thrillers, and historical romances. Under the name G.A. McKevett, she is best known for the Savannah Reid Mystery series, which began with the novel "Just Desserts" in 1995.

Sonja Massie was born in Ireland and has a deep connection to her heritage, which is evident in her writing. She has authored two non-fiction books on Irish history and culture, "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Irish History and Culture" and "Irish Pride: 101 Reasons to Be Proud You're Irish." Her Irish novels, such as "Dream Carver," "Carousel," and "Daughter of Ireland," have been well-received by critics and fans alike. In addition to her Irish-themed works, Massie has also written historical romances, thrillers, and movie tie-ins under her real name.

Massie has had a varied career in the publishing industry, working as a managing editor, manuscript doctor, storyline editor, and ghostwriter for major publishers. She has also taught courses on general fiction, historical research, and mystery writing at university and adult continuing education facilities. Massie's novels are known for their earthy humor, fast-paced plots, and offbeat characterizations, which have earned her a devoted following and critical acclaim. She has lived in several different places, including Los Angeles, Toronto, and County Kerry, Ireland, but currently resides in Long Island, New York.