A.L. Falcon is a physician-epidemiologist nestled in the scenic Upper Midwest, where bucolic landscapes inspire her storytelling. With a blend of diverse interests, she crafts narratives that resonate with historical authenticity and psychological depth. Her award-winning debut novel, Passion in the Bone, is a suspenseful historical mystery in which vivid characters inhabit an unglamorized Victorian London impacted by insufficient knowledge of the etiology, prevention, and treatment of infectious diseases.

With her MFA in Writing Popular Fiction from Seton Hill University, A.L. Falcon leverages her medical expertise in realistic portrayals of clinical issues besetting the 1860s. Delving into the intricate connection between misogyny and class, she explores the intrinsic value of human life. She challenges readers interested in medical history to confront uncomfortable moral truths, weaving compelling and thought-provoking subplots into explorations of honor and moral conduct.

When she isn’t writing, Athena enjoys bike commuting, a passion that keeps her connected to her community and the natural world around her, while her dedicated practice of Buddhism informs her worldview and creative process. A lover of music, she plays a jazz double bass affectionately named Phoebe. Sadly, despite numerous hours of meditation, the puzzle of how to safely transport Phoebe on a bike remains unsolved.

A member of the Wisconsin Writer's Association, A.L. Falcon’s unique perspective as a physician-scientist and her love for storytelling adds a unique twist to unfamiliar history. With her focus on the frailty of the human soul and a heart full of curiosity, she invites you to join her on this journey. Follow her on Instagram at: al_falcon_writes and investigate random scenes that didn’t make the cut at athenafalcon.com.