Crime fiction does justice to Colin Dexter and Jeffrey Deaver

The creators of Inspector Morse and Lincoln Rhyme have both created great characters to go with gripping plots – but their stories aren’t finished yet

Lifetime achievement awards can feel like a double-edged sword for authors – it is great to be recognised for your vast body of work by colleagues, reviewers and fans, but on the flipside there is a sense of “Hey! I’m not done yet!”

This year, the two authors who represent the best in our industry will receive the Strand Critics lifetime achievement awards. Colin Dexter and Jeffery Deaver possess elusive traits: highly fertile imaginations, unforgettable characters, an ability to generate gripping plots, and a warm generosity towards beginning authors.

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