Paul Doherty

Paul Doherty is a hugely prolific British historical mystery author who has written well over a hundred novels set in periods ranging from ancient Egypt to medieval England. A former headteacher with a doctorate in history from Oxford, Doherty brings genuine scholarly knowledge to his fiction, creating meticulously researched mysteries set in vividly realised historical worlds. He writes under several pseudonyms across multiple series, each exploring a different era of history. His books and audiobooks offer readers and listeners an extraordinary range of historical settings and engaging detective stories, making him one of the most productive and beloved writers in the historical mystery genre.