A BRAND-NEW BRITISH POLICE PROCEDURAL SET IN PORTSMOUTH, FROM BESTSELLING AUTHOR PAULINE ROWSON. OVER 900,000 BOOKS READ!
Old friends. Dark secrets. Vicious murders. Will this be the case that finally breaks Detective Andy Horton?
Roxanne Keay is found on the shore of Tipner Lake. Her long dark hair plastered over her grey, lifeless face. Her blue coat open to reveal a stab wound to the chest.
At first glance, the case seems straightforward - a tragic, random act of violence. But DI Andy Horton knows better. Roxanne was on the jury of high-profile trial that week. The trial of Justin Haslegrave, a man accused of smuggling illegal goods.
Days later, Justin is murdered under similar circumstances, and the case takes a chilling turn.
Roxanne and Justin knew a deadly secret. One they were willing to take to the grave. And it looks like they weren't the only ones . . .
As more people connected to the case turn up dead, Horton realises he's dealing with something - or someone - far more sinister than he could have ever imagined.
A tense, atmospheric British police mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Fans of Angela Marsons, Ian Rankin, Elly Griffiths and Bill Kitson will devour this dark and twisted tale.
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Brilliant series, enjoyable realistic characters and twisty storylines.' Amazon customer
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Really enjoyed this book and indeed the series. So many twists and turns. Always great to catch up with DI Horton et al.' Martin C.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Love Pauline's writing!' Amazon customer
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Great plot that keeps twisting and turning as the series unfolds.' Gigbrewster
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This whole series has me gripped from start to finish. The stories are superb.' Kindle customer
THE DETECTIVE
DI Andy Horton's mum walked out on him when he was a child and he grew up in a children's home. Now he lives on board his yacht in Southsea Marina. He rides a Harley-Davidson and never wears a suit or tie - unless it's to go to court. He's an instinctive copper and a man of contrasts, which often lands him in trouble with his bosses. He has a desperate need to belong, and yet is always just on the outside. Self-contained, afraid to show his feelings, but he's a risk-taker that seeks justice.
THE SETTING
Portsmouth boasts a vibrant waterfront, a diverse multicultural population, an international port, a historic dockyard, and is home of the Royal Navy. Portsmouth Harbour is one of the busiest in the world - and one of the best places to hide a body, it seems. Set against the backdrop of the sea, the Solent area of Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight is every detective's worst nightmare. The sea is ever-changing and often the best clues get swept away by the tide.
