Owen has a similar background to the main character, sharing studies in archaeology and librarianship, and received her Doctor of Philosophy in paleogenetics from the Australian National University (ANU) in 2003.
[2] The forensic science techniques and approaches in the Dr Pimms novels are based on Owen's studies and experience at the ANU.
[4] The series focuses on Dr Elizabeth Pimms, who works at the National Library of Australia (Canberra), and also investigates archaeological mysteries.
[13] Egyptian Enigma again contrasts a "cold case" with Dr Pimms' daily life in Canberra, and opens with her travels to Egypt.
[17] There have been two different covers for Olmec Obituary: the Kickstarter edition, and a later version through Echo Publishing, designed by Josh Durham.