Susan Elia MacNeal

Susan Elia MacNeal is an American historical fiction author and former lawyer. Born in Washington, D.C., MacNeal holds a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center and worked as an attorney for 15 years before pursuing her passion for writing. Her debut novel, "Mr. Churchill's Secretary," (2012) became a New York Times bestseller and launched a series featuring MI5 agent Lily Shepherd during World War II. MacNeal's subsequent novels in the series have also been critically acclaimed and commercially successful. MacNeal's work has garnered numerous awards and recognition, including the 2013 Library of Virginia Literary Award for Fiction. Her novels have been translated into 25 languages and have been praised for their historical accuracy, engrossing plotlines, and compelling characters. MacNeal's writing has been praised for its vivid portrayal of historical events, strong female characters, and compelling narratives. She has become a popular author in the historical fiction genre and her novels continue to captivate readers worldwide.