Matthew Palmer is a highly respected American author, best known for his thriller and suspense novels. He has gained recognition for his high level of authenticity, thanks to his background serving with the United States government. Palmer's expertise in foreign affairs is evident in his writing, as he weaves international narratives that take place on a global scale. His ability to manage multiple storylines and characters, while also immersing the reader in the action, has set him apart in the genre.
As a twenty-five-year veteran of the U.S. Foreign Service and a member of the Council on Foreign Relations, Palmer has extensive experience in diplomacy. He has worked in various capacities and locations around the world, but his connections to the Balkans are particularly noteworthy. Palmer served as the desk officer for rump Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro) during the Kosovo conflict and was posted twice to the American Embassy in Belgrade. His experiences in the region, including his fluency in Serbo-Croatian, served as inspiration for his novel, "The Wolf of Sarajevo." Palmer's direct involvement in securing the "April 19 Agreement" between Serbia and Kosovo further underscores his expertise and credibility in the field of foreign affairs.