S. J. Bennett was born in Yorkshire, England, and lives in London. An army child, she grew up traveling around the world. Her first novel was published when she was forty-two, after a varied career and lots of procrastination. She is the award-winning author of several books for children and teaches and podcasts about writing.

Praise for A Death in Diamonds
"Cleverly combines the queen's investigations with a police procedural . . . Anglophiles and fans of historical mysteries will enjoy."
--Library Journal, starred review

"Bennett's fourth whodunit featuring Queen Elizabeth II is the best yet."
--Publishers Weekly

"Bennett blends detection with domestic detail and transnational pageantry to create a royal treat."
--Kirkus Reviews

"Gripping intrigue from the very first page . . . With well-researched events and an emphasis on the female perspective, this immersive historical mystery will entice Queen Elizabeth II fans and royal watchers."
--Booklist

"A royal treat, these books are simply delicious."
--Deadly Pleasures

"Well plotted and insightful, Bennett's narrative is a treat for Anglophiles and mystery lovers."
--Shelf Awareness

"An impressively original and deftly crafted 'whodunnit'."
--Midwest Book Review

"A wonderful blend of historical fiction and cozy mystery."
--Kings River Life

"It's hard to imagine, but one of the very best series has gotten even better . . . This is deep, rich writing that should attract the millions who enjoyed The Crown, and want yet more."
--First Clue

"Fans of this series or new fans . . . will enjoy this one."
--Red Carpet Crash

Praise for Her Majesty The Queen Investigates series:
"Sheer entertainment."
--The New York Times

"Some crimes need the royal touch."
--Vogue

"A pitch-perfect murder mystery."
--Ruth Ware, bestselling author

Publisher: Crooked Lane Books

Pub date: 2025-08-12

Length: 336 pages