Martin Cruz Smithβs novels includeΒ Gorky Park,Β Stallion Gate,Β Polar Star,Β Stalinβs Ghost,Β Rose,Β December 6,Β Tatiana,Β andΒ The Girl from Venice. He is a two-time winner of the Hammett Prize, a recipient of Britainβs Golden Dagger Award, and a winner of the Premio Piemonte Giallo Internazionale. He lives in California.