Rebecca Tope

Rebecca Tope is a renowned English author, celebrated for her contributions to the crime fiction genre. She has written several successful mystery series, including the Den Cooper series, Drew Slocombe series, Thea Osborne series, and Lake District Mysteries. Tope's fascination with crime fiction was inspired by her experiences as a pre-natal instructor, marriage counselor, and funeral director, which provided her with a unique perspective on human nature and relationships.

Born in the Midlands and raised in Cheshire, Tope moved to Devon and later to Herefordshire, where she currently resides on a farm. Her time spent farming in Devon had a profound impact on her writing, as evidenced by her debut novel, A Dirty Death, which draws heavily from her experiences on the farm. The novel features a Jersey cow on its cover, a breed that Tope has a particular fondness for, having grown up surrounded by them on her family's farm.

In addition to her work as a novelist, Tope is also a journalist and has written a number of ghost stories. She has a keen interest in history and has produced historical fiction e-books. Tope's diverse career has included running antenatal classes, counseling troubled couples, working as an office girl for an undertaker, and monitoring the output of dairy cows. She has also founded a small British press, Praxis Books, and has experience in book publishing. Tope continues to write and publish fiction, with every intention of continuing her murder mystery series and exploring other genres. She is known for her vivid storytelling and her ability to create memorable characters that resonate with readers.