Peter FreebornPeter Freeborn is a pen name of Peter Israel, a publishing veteran and author of mystery and crime novels. His career has included stints as editor in chief and chairman at G.P. Putnam's Sons, directeur du service etranger at editions Albin Michel inParis, and proprietor of his own book-packaging company. Erskine Caldwell praised Israel as 'one of the most talented writers of the decade. Read More Read Less