Bryant & May: Peculiar Crimes Unit

Christopher Fowler is a British author known for his crime fiction, particularly his Peculiar Crimes Unit series. He was born in London in 1953 and has worked as a scriptwriter and journalist before turning to writing full-time. Fowler's notable works include the Bryant & May series, featuring a pair of elderly and eccentric detectives, and the Peculiar Crimes Unit series, which follows a team of experts investigating unusual and unexplained crimes. Fowler's novels have received critical acclaim for their strong characters, clever plots, and witty writing style. He has won several awards, including the Crime Writers' Association Ellis Peters Historical Award for "Tenacity" and the CWA Dagger in the Library for the Bryant & May series. His works have been translated into numerous languages and adapted for television. Fowler is considered one of the leading figures in contemporary British crime fiction.