William Brodrick
1960-
Pseudonym: John Fairfax
 

William Brodrick was born in Bolton, Lancashire. Before becoming a practicing barrister, he was an Augustinian friar. He is the creator of:
1. 'Benson and De Vere' series featuring William Benson and Tess De Vere, defence barristers (under the pseudonym 'John Fairfax').
2. 'Father Anselm', a barrister-turned-monk.
 

Titles and year of publication:  

'Benson and De Vere' Novels (as 'John Fairfax')
 1) Summary Justice  2017
 2) Blind Defence  2018
 3) Forced Confessions  2020
 4) Fatal Proof  2023
'Father Anselm' Novels
 1) The Sixth Lamentation  2003
 2) The Gardens of the Dead  2006
 3) A Whispered Name (Gold Dagger Award)  2008
 4) The Day of the Lie  2012
 5) The Discourtesy of Death  2013
 6) The Silent Ones  2015

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