About the Book

Mastering the Art of French Murder is the first book in the American in Paris Mystery series.

Set in post World War II Paris, the novel follows Tabitha Knight, an American newly arrived in the city and living with her French grandfather. As Paris regains its energy, she becomes immersed in its culture and food, guided in part by her neighbor and friend, Julia Child.

The tone shifts when a woman is found murdered in Julia’s apartment building, with evidence that unexpectedly implicates Tabitha. Pulled into the investigation, she navigates a network of personal relationships, social circles, and lingering postwar tensions to uncover the truth.

The story combines a classic cozy mystery structure with strong sense of place, using Paris, food, and everyday routines as core elements of both atmosphere and plot.

About the Author

Colleen Cambridge is the pen name of Colleen Gleason, an award winning and bestselling author.

Her work focuses on historical mysteries that integrate real figures and settings into fictional narratives. She is also known for the Phyllida Bright Mystery series and other historical fiction works.

Her writing combines period detail, character driven plotting, and structured mystery elements, with a focus on atmosphere and accessible storytelling.