Janet Laurence is a British author known for her contributions to both culinary literature and detective fiction. She gained recognition for her Darina Lisle mystery series, which follows a cook and caterer who solves crimes. The series spans ten novels, beginning with "A Deepe Coffyn" in 1989 and concluding with "The Mermaid's Feast" in 2001. Laurence also ventured into historical mysteries with her Canaletto series, set in 18th-century London, which debuted with "Canaletto and the Case of Westminster Bridge" in 1997.
Beyond her detective novels, Laurence has authored cookery books, blending her passion for food with her literary career. Her Darina Lisle series stands out for its unique protagonist, combining culinary expertise with sleuthing skills. The Canaletto series showcases her ability to craft intricate historical narratives. Though her published works slowed after 2001, her contributions to the mystery genre remain notable for their distinctive themes and engaging storytelling.
Canaletto Books
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Canaletto and the Case of Westminster Bridge
1997
2
Canaletto and the Case of the Privy Garden
1999
3
Canaletto and the Case of Bonnie Prince Charlie
2002
Darina Lisle Books
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1
A Deepe Coffyn
1989
2
A Tasty Way to Die
1990
3
Hotel Morgue
1991
4
Recipe for Death
1992
5
Death and the Epicure
1993
6
Death at the Table
1994
7
Death a la Provencale
1994
8
Diet for Death
1996
9
Appetite for Death
1998
10
The Mermaid's Feast
2000
Ursula Grandison Books
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1
Deadly Inheritance
2012
2
A Fatal Freedom
2015
Standalone Novels
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1
To Kill the Past
1994
Short Stories/Novellas
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1
Come To Tea
1997
Non-Fiction Books
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1
The Craft of Food and Cookery Writing
1994
2
Writing Crime Fiction: Making Crime Pay
2007
Cookbooks
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1
Just for Two
1992
2
The Food and Cooking of Norway / Norwegian Food & Cooking