Ann Heberlein revealed as author behind detective pseudonym Helena Herbert

She chose to write under a pseudonym because the first book, "Bruises", is partly based on her own experiences of living in a violent relationship, she tells the newspaper.

Now, however, she has chosen to step forward.

The most important reason is that I am no longer ashamed. Another reason is, of course, that I long to talk about my books and look forward to meeting readers.