Jean-Luc Bannalec is a German author who is best known for his Brittany Mystery series. The name is actually a pen name for Jorg Bong, a writer from Germany. Bannalec's debut novel, "Death in Brittany," was the first book in the series and introduced the character of Commissioner Dupin.
The Brittany Mystery series has been a major international success since its inception in 2012. "Death in Brittany" was the first book in the series and was published in German in March of that year. The book was a bestseller in Germany, selling 600,000 copies and spending many months on the bestseller list. It has also been translated into 14 languages, demonstrating its widespread appeal.
In addition to the success of the books, many of them have been adapted into films. This has further increased the popularity of the series and brought the character of Commissioner Dupin to life for many readers.
Bannalec spends his time between Germany and coastal Brittany, France, where the series is set. This allows him to draw on his personal experiences and knowledge of the region to create a vivid and authentic setting for his stories. The combination of a compelling detective, an engaging setting, and a well-crafted mystery has made the Brittany Mystery series a hit with readers around the world.