THE HORSEA MARINA MURDERS a gripping crime thriller full of twists (Solent Murder Mystery)

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About THE HORSEA MARINA MURDERS a gripping crime thriller full of twists (Solent Murder Mystery)

DISCOVER YOUR NEXT FAVOURITE DETECTIVE SERIES! Meet DI Andy Horton in this bestselling mystery. Please note this was previously published as The Suffocating Sea. One foggy December night, Detective Inspector Andy Horton is called to the site of a burning boat on Horsea Marina. He finds a charred body onboard. The autopsy reveals startling evidence of foul play. The victim was Tom Brundall, a wealthy financier from Guernsey. And Tom had terminal cancer. What made him sail back to his hometown of Portsmouth? And who would kill a dying man? Horton is determined to find out. But then another body is found and Horton is forced to confront the past. Not just the victim’s, but the mystery surrounding his own mother’s disappearance over thirty years ago. As the pieces of the puzzle begin to unravel, it becomes clear that Horton is up against a deadly adversary who will stop at nothing to prevent the truth from coming out. Can Horton catch a killer and find out what happened to his mother all those years ago? This absolutely gripping detective mystery is perfect for fans of Ann Cleeves, Joy Ellis, Rachel McClean, Helen H. Durrant, Angela Marsons, Elly Griffiths, Karin Slaughter, Matt Brolly and Simon McCleave. PRAISE FOR PAULINE ROWSON: “A great read for mystery lovers with plenty to keep you guessing until the last moment.” Crime Book Club “The Harley Davidson-riding, boat-dwelling Horton is a fascinating man to get to know, and his thoughtful approach to detection is a pleasure to read.” Publishers Weekly ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Once you get to know Andy Horton you'll be sure to name him as one of your favourite police characters in crime fiction.” James C. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Couldn't put this book down . . . I thought the story was brilliant and will definitely be reading the next book.” Nikki ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “An enjoyable fast-paced crime novel in an unusual and evocative setting.” Bobby H. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Pauline Rowson’s books are cleverly plotted with lots of twists and turns. Can’t turn the pages fast enough. For anyone who enjoys a gripping crime novel these are a must.” Darren C. THE DETECTIVES DI Andy Horton’s mum walked out on him when he was a child and he grew up in children’s home. Now he lives onboard 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. DS Barney Cantelli is happily married to Charlotte with five children. Cantelli followed in his maternal grandfather’s footsteps and became a policeman. His brothers and sister took over their father’s ice cream business and cafés in Portsmouth. Cantelli and Horton work well together and Cantelli is, or tries to be, Horton’s steadying influence. Only Cantelli and SP Steve Uckfield know about Horton’s past. But not everything; no one knows that. 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. ALSO BY PAULINE ROWSON THE SOLENT MURDER MYSTERIES Book 1: THE PORTSMOUTH MURDERS Book 2: THE LANGSTONE HARBOUR MURDERS Book 3: THE HORSEA MARINA MURDERS

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