M. Louisa Locke Books

A retired history professor with over thirty years of experience, this author now writes full-time. Her Victorian San Francisco Mystery series is partly based on her dissertation research concerning women working in the American West at the end of the 19th century. The stories feature Annie Fuller, a young widow who offers domestic and business advice as the clairvoyant Madam Sibyl, aiding her in crime investigations with the help of local lawyer Nate Dawson and the residents of her boarding house. The series delves into various crimes, from murders and fraud to theft, set against diverse backdrops like households, universities, and printing industries. Beyond historical mysteries, she also crafts science fiction under the pen name Louisa Locke, showcasing a versatile literary scope.