Jean Harrington is a well-established American author, renowned for her historical, romance, and period-set fictional novels. With a unique brand of genre fiction, Harrington has been entertaining readers for quite some time. Her passion for literature developed at a young age, and she has been consistently captivated by the written word in various forms. This affinity for writing is evident in her strong and eloquent prose, which sets her apart in her field.
Harrington's journey to becoming an author was not a straightforward one. As a child, she aspired to be a foreign correspondent, but her path took a different turn. She attended the University of Rhode Island, where she pursued a degree in English literature and later earned a master’s degree. During this time, she married John and started a family, raising two children and becoming a proud grandmother of three. Alongside her personal life, Harrington also dedicated herself to teaching writing and literature at Becker College in Worcester, Massachusetts, for sixteen years. It was only after her children had grown and she moved to Florida with her husband that she turned her attention back to writing.
Harrington's debut novel, The Barefoot Queen, tells the captivating tale of Grace O’Malley, a defiant character who risks everything for a vow dearer than life itself. In addition to her historical fiction, Harrington has also ventured into the world of cozy mysteries, publishing several novels with Carina Press (Harlequin) and Camel Press. Her works, including Designed for Death, The Monet Murders, Killer Kitchens, Rooms To Die For, and The Design Is Murder, have been published in both e-book and paperback formats. Her latest series, Listed and Lethal, is set to debut with Murder on Pea Pike, now available for pre-ordering on Amazon. Harrington's ability to create engaging stories and intriguing characters has solidified her position as a beloved author in multiple genres.