Tana French is an Irish novelist and playwright. She is best known for her Dublin Murder Squad series of crime novels, which have won numerous awards and been adapted into a television series. French has also written several standalone novels, including The Witch Elm and The Searcher. Her work is known for its psychological depth and exploration of themes such as identity, family, and morality. French has been praised for her vivid and atmospheric writing, as well as her ability to create complex and compelling characters. She is one of the most acclaimed authors of contemporary crime fiction.