Who are the popular authors of shadow detective novels?

It's also possible that some well - known authors who are mainly associated with other genres might have dabbled in 'the shadow novels' and have brought their own style and fan base to this type of writing. However, without further research, it's hard to name specific names.

Steven Saylor is quite popular. His Gordianus series is set in ancient Rome and offers great detective stories. He does a good job of recreating the Roman atmosphere.

Richard Montanari is a popular author. His works often involve detective stories set in Philadelphia. His writing style is engaging and his characters are well - developed.

There might be emerging authors in Barbados who are starting to make a name for themselves in the detective novel genre. They bring fresh perspectives, often focusing on modern - day issues in Barbados while still maintaining the traditional mystery elements.

Dashiell Hammett is a popular name in this genre. His 'The Thin Man' is a great example of detective comedy. He was able to create a detective story with a lot of witty dialogue. Another author is Lisa Lutz. In her 'The Spellman Files' series, she writes about a family of detectives with a very humorous take on detective work. The family dynamics are both comical and interesting for readers.

China Miéville is a well - known author in this area. His works often blend strange and unique settings with detective - like plots. His use of language and his ability to create truly otherworldly dieselpunk environments make his novels stand out.

Dennis Lehane is a very popular author of Boston detective novels. His works like 'Mystic River' and 'The Given Day' are highly regarded.

Sebastian Fitzek is a popular author. His works often delve deep into the psychological aspects of crime and detection, making for gripping reads.

John Smith is known for his Lazarus detective novels. His writing style is very engaging and he often creates unique crime scenarios for Lazarus to solve.

I'm not sure about a specific 'vera' detective novel author off the top of my head. There could be many independent or lesser - known authors writing in this genre.