Many years ago while working for an American entrepreneur in Paris, Janice decided to quit her job and take off with her camera and backpack to see the world. When her boss read her letter of resignation, he responded in his deep Texan drawl, “You tell that girl she otta be a writer.”
She did just that.
COMING MAY 2025
“Janice Graham turns the thriller genre on its head with this captivating tale of clueless heroes and unlikely spies.” — Diane Johnson, Pulitzer Prize finalist and author of Le Divorce
“…a masterfully written, whimsical spy thriller set in Paris just before the Cold War fizzles and the Berlin Wall crumbles….With its firm grasp of the period and punchy, believable dialogue, Red Lily is an irresistible offering….Highly recommended for fans of Mick Herron’s Slow Horses and Linwood Barclay’s Never Saw It Coming.” – BlueInk Reviews (starred review)
“… an intoxicating blend of espionage, family intrigue, and historical reflection….Graham weaves a story that is both thrilling and deeply human….One of the novel’s greatest strengths is its protagonist, Lily—a woman whose past is as layered and complex as the secrets she has spent a lifetime guarding. Though she fits into the tradition of the wily older female sleuth, à la Miss Marple or Jessica Fletcher, Lily’s story is uniquely her own….This is historical suspense at its finest.” – Los Angeles Book Review
“…Graham does a remarkable job of building suspense throughout her novel….a striking balance of excitement, humor, and sincerity, perfect for anyone seeking a lively, twisty adventure.” – Kirkus Reviews
“Graham is an astute chronicler of sentiment and motive.” — Publishers Weekly (Firebird)
“Graham is always and abundantly a good time…the sheer generosity of her invention, and her unfailing ability to create believable characters of every ilk, from the tepid to the grotesque, are nothing short of stunning.” — Kirkus Reviews (The Tailor’s Daughter)