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The brand-new Inspector Ryga mystery, DEATH ON THE PIER — the latest novel in my 1950s crime series featuring Scotland Yard detective Inspector Alun Ryga.
Set during a scorching July in 1951, Ryga’s latest investigation takes him to the bustling seaside resort of Southend-on-Sea, Essex, where a baffling mystery awaits him: a missing body.
Inspector Ryga, a thoughtful and determined detective from Scotland Yard’s Murder Squad, carries the scars of his wartime experiences as a prisoner of war. Now, he is sent across Britain to investigate complex and dangerous coastal crimes.
But this time, the case confronting him at Southend-on-Sea may prove one of his most perplexing yet.
DEATH ON THE PIER will be available to preorder from 13 August, ahead of publication on 27 August 2026.
More details — will follow soon…
Joffe Books are to publish a brand new DI Andy Horton Solent Murder Mystery, number twenty in the series, and a brand new Inspector Ryga, 1951 set mystery, number six in the series.
Inspector Ryga Mystery (6) is called DEATH ON THE PIER and will be published in August 2026. It is set in Southend-on-Sea, Essex in July 1951.
DI Andy Horton Solent Murder Mystery (20) is yet untitled and will be published in November 2026.
If audiobooks are your preferred way to enjoy crime fiction—whether you’re relaxing, walking, travelling or working—I hope you’ll enjoy the latest release.
THE BOATHOUSE MURDERS now available as an audio book
DI Andy Horton Solent Murder Mystery #11
OUT NOW the BRAND NEW Art Marvik mystery thriller (5) LETHAL STORM. Published 20 November 2025.Available on Amazon Kindle, Kindle Unlimited and in Paperback.
Number five in the Marvik mystery thriller series.
‘Wow, Plot and characters are amazing in this page turning thriller!’ Amazon customer
‘A truly gripping read, I absolutely can't wait for the next instalment!’ Amazon customer
OUT NOW The BRAND NEW DI Andy Horton Solent Murder Mystery (19)The BRAND NEW DI Andy Horton Solent Murder Mystery (19) THE TIPNER LAKE MURDERS published by Joffe Books.
Old friends. Dark secrets. Vicious murders. Will this be the case that finally breaks Detective Andy Horton?
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Out Now - The DI Andy Horton Solent Murder Mystery Box Set Books 1-8
Join Detective Inspector Andy Horton in these eight gripping Solent Murder Mysteries in one box set - Books 1-8
"Love this series. Andy is the sort of chap you would like to have in your wider circle of mates. Not too close but there if you want advice. Each book keeps me hooked until the end, complex but well planned plots that come to brilliant conclusions, leading into the next chapter in Andy's career and life." Christine G"Love this series. Andy is the sort of chap you would like to have in your wider circle of mates. Not too close but there if you want advice. Each book keeps me hooked until the end, complex but well planned plots that come to brilliant conclusions, leading into the next chapter in Andy's career and life." Christine G
A captivating historical 1950s mystery series, featuring the Scotland Yard detective, Inspector Alun Ryga.
Inspector Ryga is sent to Cornwall to solve the murder of an eminent Harley Street doctor.
Also just published the Inspector Ryga Mysteries Box Set Books 1-5‘Attention to detail and location is top rate.’ Paul S.
‘Well written. Brings the atmosphere and era alive.’ Margaret L.
‘Pure detection mixed with a bit of history. Very well done.’ Jill S.
‘This atmospheric historical mystery paints a vivid picture of a post-war British seaside town.’ L. Tilden
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I'm writing a brand new Inspector Ryga 1950s set mystery, number seven in the series and another DI Andy Horton Solent Murder Mystery number twenty-one in the series.
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Pauline Rowson lives on the South Coast of England and is the best selling author of many crime novels, published by Joffe Books. Her popular crime novels include the DI Andy Horton Solent Murder Mystery series, the Art Marvik mystery thrillers and the 1950s set Inspector Ryga mysteries. Subscribe to her newsletter for all the latest books news.
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