Cassandra was born in Manhattan and brought up in Westport, CT. This was back when Westport had woods and meadows instead of McMansions. She had an idyllic childhood and emerged from her toddler years as a rather odd girl who loved stories.She finished her first novel at age 8. It was entitled "Polly" and was an epic 36 pages in large, childish handwriting.Meanwhile, Cassandra began writing a novel based on the short stories. It was eventually published as The Young Widow. Much jubilation ensued at the Chan household. She settled down and began to write the series. Since then, she has gotten older and written a lot. Through sheer bad luck, she is now living in Florida while hankering after New York. She remains a rather odd person who loves stories.
New and upcoming books
Series
Phillip Bethancourt and Jack Gibbons Mystery
1. The Young Widow (2005)
2. Village Affairs (2006)
3. Trick of the Mind (2008)
4. A Spider on the Stairs (2010)
The Dressing Table Murder (2016)
Murder in the Garden (2022)
Murder at Christmas (2024)
1. The Young Widow (2005)
2. Village Affairs (2006)
3. Trick of the Mind (2008)
4. A Spider on the Stairs (2010)
The Dressing Table Murder (2016)
Murder in the Garden (2022)
Murder at Christmas (2024)
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