Charles Todd
Charles Todd is the pen name of a mother and son team writing British historical crime novels featuring WWI veteran Ian Rutledge and nurse Bess Crawford. Their novels are distinguished by their authentic period atmosphere, psychological depth, and exploration of wartime trauma. The Rutledge series is among the finest in historical British crime fiction.
Works
- A Test of WillsBritish inspector investigates murder accusations against renowned soldier after WWI
- Wings of FireMurder mystery unfolds amid British military politics and class tensions
- Search the DarkInspector Crawford searches darkness of murder and betrayal in small towns
- Legacy of the DeadDead heiress and missing will entangle inspector in complex inheritance case
- Watchers of TimeMurder investigation leads to medieval church and village secrets in England