M.R.C. Kasasian, whose real name is Martin, is a highly regarded English author recognized for his historical mystery novels. He is best known for his Gower Street Detective series, which features two main characters, Sidney Grice and March Middleton, who are reminiscent of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson. The series is set in Victorian London, a time and place that Kasasian finds fascinating.
Kasasian was born in Lancashire, England, and spent his childhood there. His upbringing in Lancashire, as well as his experiences traveling to London, would later provide inspiration for his writing. In particular, his firsthand experiences of London were quite different from the romanticized version he had read about in the works of Conan Doyle and Charles Dickens. Nonetheless, he was captivated by the city's energy and excitement.
Before becoming a successful author, Kasasian worked a variety of jobs, including factory hand, wine waiter, veterinary assistant, fairground worker, and dentist. This diverse work experience no doubt contributed to his ability to create such vivid and engaging characters and settings in his novels. Kasasian now spends his time between Suffolk, England and Malta, where he lives with his wife. Despite his success as an author, he remains a humble and down-to-earth individual, with a deep appreciation for the simple pleasures in life.