Perri O'Shaughnessy

Perri O'Shaughnessy is the pen name of sisters Pamela and Mary O'Shaughnessy, who collaborate to write legal thrillers featuring attorney Nina Reilly. Their debut novel, "Motion to Suppress," introduced the tough, compassionate Tahoe-based lawyer and became a bestseller. The sisters continued Nina's story in subsequent novels including "Obstruction of Justice" and "Acts of Malice," building a devoted readership with their intricate plots and authentic courtroom drama. Drawing on Mary's background as a lawyer and Pamela's skills as a writer, the O'Shaughnessy sisters craft compelling legal mysteries set against the backdrop of Lake Tahoe's stunning landscape.