Mark de Castrique grew up in the mountains of western North Carolina where many of his novels are set. He's a veteran of the television and film production industry, has served as an adjunct professor at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte teaching The American Mystery, and he's a frequent speaker and workshop leader. He and his wife, Linda, live in Charlotte, North Carolina. www.markdecastrique.com
*STARRED REVIEW* “A wealth of historical detail, an exciting treasure hunt and credible characters distinguish this fresh, adventurous read.” – Publishers Weekly of Blackman’s Coffin     *STARRED REVIEW* “Known for his effortless storytelling, de Castrique once again delivers a compelling tale blending fact and fiction….” – Library Journal of Blackman’s Coffin     “In the struggling Sam Blackman, de Castrique ( Final Undertaking , 2007, etc.) has created a compelling hero whose flinty first-person narrative nicely complements Henderson's earnest, measured and equally involving account.” – Kirkus Reviews of Blackman’s Coffin .