Patricia Cornwell
American novelist, journalist, biographer
Patricia Cornwell (born Patricia Carroll Daniels; June 9, 1956) is an American crime writer. She is known for her best-selling novels about medical examiner Kay Scarpetta solving murders in Richmond, Virginia. Cornwell is also known for leading the new research into the Jack the Ripper killings. Her books have sold more than 100 million copies.[1]
Patricia Cornwell | |
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Born | Patricia Carroll Daniels June 9, 1956 Miami, Florida, U.S. |
Occupation | Novelist |
Nationality | American |
Period | 1990–present |
Genre | Crime fiction |
Spouse | Charles Cornwell (1980–1989) Staci Gruber (2006–present) |
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References
change- ↑ Patricia Cornwell Biography and Notes (1956-06-09). "Patricia Cornwell Biography and List of Works - Patricia Cornwell Books". Biblio.com. Retrieved 2012-01-30.