Stephen Spotswood

Author

Stephen Spotswood is an American mystery author whose Pentecost and Parker series blends classic 1940s detective fiction with modern sensibilities. He has worked as a journalist, educator, and playwright. Dead in the Frame is part of his series following Lillian Pentecost, a brilliant female private detective in 1940s New York, and her... assistant Will Parker. The series has been praised for its diverse cast, its sharp plotting, and its respectful updating of the hardboiled detective genre. His audiobooks and books offer listeners and readers stylish 1940s detective fiction with a modern twist — classic mystery updated with intelligence and heart. Read more Show less