Jeffrey Round

About the Author

Jeffrey Round is an acclaimed Canadian author renowned for his gripping contributions to the mystery genre, particularly through his Dan Sharp series, which explores the intricacies of Toronto's underbelly with sharp insight and unflinching realism. A versatile writer with a background in theatre and journalism, Round crafts narratives that blend suspense, social commentary, and richly drawn characters, often delving into themes of identity, loss, and redemption. His debut in the series, Lake on the Mountain: A Dan Sharp Mystery, introduced readers to the tenacious private investigator Dan Sharp, whose cases unravel secrets in unexpected ways. Subsequent works like Shadow Puppet: A Dan Sharp Mystery and The Jade Butterfly: A Dan Sharp Mystery have solidified Round's reputation as a master of psychological depth and atmospheric tension, earning him loyal fans and critical praise for elevating queer crime fiction to new heights.