Deborah Coonts, born Deborah Buell, is an American novelist and lawyer primarily known for her humorous and romantic mystery novels featuring Lucky O’Toole, set in Las Vegas. Her writing style blends elements of crime, comedy, and romance, creating lighthearted and engaging stories for readers. Coonts initially pursued a career as a lawyer before dedicating herself to writing, starting with the popular Lucky O'Toole series.



















