Dervla Mctiernan

6 books

About the Author

Dervla McTiernan is an Irish-born author who emigrated to Australia in her early twenties, where she practiced as a lawyer for over a decade before turning her hand to writing. Drawing from her legal background, she crafts gripping tales of crime and moral ambiguity that delve into the human cost of justice. Her debut novel, The Ruin: A Novel (A Cormac Reilly Mystery), introduced readers to the haunting landscapes of rural Ireland and the tenacious Detective Cormac Reilly, earning widespread acclaim for its atmospheric tension and intricate plotting. Now based in Perth with her family, McTiernan continues to explore themes of corruption, family secrets, and redemption in her compelling narratives, captivating a global audience with her sharp insights and emotional depth.

Common genres

Crime crime fiction Fiction Mystery Psychological Thriller Thriller

Writing style

atmospheric tense character-driven