M.J. Lee is a highly regarded British author, best known for his work in historical fiction, historical mystery, and crime fiction. He has created several popular series, including the Jayne Sinclair Genealogical Mystery series, the Inspector Danilov series, and the DI Ridpath Crime Thriller series. These series are celebrated for their well-developed protagonists: Jayne Sinclair, a genealogical investigator; Inspector Pyotr Danilov, a police officer in 1930s Shanghai; and DI Thomas Ridpath, a Manchester detective.
Before becoming a successful author, Lee spent a significant portion of his adult life engaged in various forms of writing. He worked as a history researcher at the university level, where he wrote extensive notes on a wide range of obscure topics. In addition, he has worked as a social worker, contributing to his field through his writing of memoranda. His versatile writing background has no doubt contributed to his ability to create engaging and diverse fictional worlds.
In terms of his personal life, Lee has spent 25 years working outside of the North of England, living in cities such as London, Hong Kong, Taipei, Singapore, Bangkok, and Shanghai. He currently spends his time between the UK and Asia, enjoying time with his daughter and pursuing his hobbies of researching his family history and attempting to solve the problem of the French wine lake. Despite his busy schedule, he also maintains an active online presence, with a website and social media accounts where readers can learn more about his work.