Margaret Coel

About the Author

Margaret Coel is an acclaimed author renowned for her gripping Wind River Mystery series, which blends the stark beauty of Wyoming's Wind River Reservation with intricate tales of crime and cultural intrigue. A historian by training with a deep affinity for Native American history, Coel draws on her extensive research and personal connections to the Arapaho and Shoshone communities to craft authentic narratives that explore themes of justice, tradition, and the clash between old and new worlds. Her protagonists, including the determined Father John O'Malley and the sharp-witted Vicky Holden, navigate complex mysteries rooted in real historical events and contemporary issues facing indigenous peoples. With over twenty novels to her name, Coel's work has earned her multiple nominations for prestigious awards, captivating readers who appreciate mysteries infused with social commentary and vivid sense of place. Killing Custer and Buffalo Bill's Dead Now exemplify her skill in weaving historical figures like Custer and Buffalo Bill into modern-day whodunits that resonate long after the final page.