Laura Lippman

Laura Lippman is one of America's most acclaimed crime fiction writers, known for both her Tess Monaghan detective series set in Baltimore and her standalone literary thrillers. Baltimore Blues is the first in the Tess Monaghan series, introducing the sharp, resourceful former journalist turned private investigator against the vivid backdrop of her beloved hometown. Lippman's writing combines tight plotting with literary depth and a genuine love of Baltimore. Her audiobooks and books are essential listening and reading for fans of American crime fiction who appreciate intelligent, character-driven mysteries with a strong sense of place.