Peter James

"Left in the Dust" invites readers on a poignant journey through the landscapes of loss, longing, and resilience. Each poem serves as a whisper from the past, exploring the echoes of memories that linger like shadows in the twilight. The verses capture the essence of what it means to be forgotten, yet they also illuminate the strength found in moving forward. Within these pages, the imagery of dust becomes a powerful metaphor for the remnants of experiences that shape our lives-both beautiful and bittersweet. From the quiet moments of reflection to the loud proclamations of hope, this collection weaves together the fragile threads of human emotion, creating a tapestry that is both haunting and uplifting. "Left in the Dust" resonates with anyone who has felt the weight of abandonment or the glow of new beginnings, making it a compelling read for those searching for solace in their own stories. Dive into this evocative collection that captures the essence of what it means to rise, even when left behind.

Delve into the intricate realms of existence with "The Tesseract Enigma," a captivating collection of poems that intertwine the marvels of geometry with the complexities of human emotion. Each verse serves as a portal, inviting readers to explore dimensions beyond the ordinary, where thoughts twist and turn like the folds of a tesseract, revealing layers of meaning and resonance. Through vivid imagery and lyrical finesse, the poet navigates themes of time, identity, and the mysteries of the universe, encouraging a journey of introspection and discovery. With every poem, the reader is challenged to see the world from new angles, embracing the paradoxes that define our reality. "The Tesseract Enigma" is not just a book; it is an invitation to ponder the uncharted territories of the mind and heart. Perfect for those who seek beauty in complexity and depth in simplicity, this collection promises to leave an indelible mark on the landscape of contemporary poetry.

"Left in the Dust" invites readers on a poignant journey through the landscapes of loss, longing, and resilience. Each poem serves as a whisper from the past, exploring the echoes of memories that linger like shadows in the twilight. The verses capture the essence of what it means to be forgotten, yet they also illuminate the strength found in moving forward. Within these pages, the imagery of dust becomes a powerful metaphor for the remnants of experiences that shape our lives-both beautiful and bittersweet. From the quiet moments of reflection to the loud proclamations of hope, this collection weaves together the fragile threads of human emotion, creating a tapestry that is both haunting and uplifting. "Left in the Dust" resonates with anyone who has felt the weight of abandonment or the glow of new beginnings, making it a compelling read for those searching for solace in their own stories. Dive into this evocative collection that captures the essence of what it means to rise, even when left behind.

"Forever Is Just the Beginning" invites readers into a richly woven tapestry of emotions, where time itself bends to the beat of love and hope. These verses explore the delicate interplay between fleeting moments and eternal bonds, capturing both the transient beauty of life and the profound connections that linger long after. In this collection, the poet navigates themes of nostalgia, dreams, and the relentless passage of time, crafting imagery that resonates with the heart. Each poem reveals a new facet of existence, offering solace in shared experiences and the understanding that endings often intertwine with new beginnings. As the verses unfold, readers will find themselves reflective, inspired, and ultimately comforted by the notion that while moments may fade, the essence of love and memory endures. "Forever Is Just the Beginning" is an evocative journey that will linger in your thoughts long after the last page is turned.

"Forever Is Just the Beginning" invites readers into a richly woven tapestry of emotions, where time itself bends to the beat of love and hope. These verses explore the delicate interplay between fleeting moments and eternal bonds, capturing both the transient beauty of life and the profound connections that linger long after. In this collection, the poet navigates themes of nostalgia, dreams, and the relentless passage of time, crafting imagery that resonates with the heart. Each poem reveals a new facet of existence, offering solace in shared experiences and the understanding that endings often intertwine with new beginnings. As the verses unfold, readers will find themselves reflective, inspired, and ultimately comforted by the notion that while moments may fade, the essence of love and memory endures. "Forever Is Just the Beginning" is an evocative journey that will linger in your thoughts long after the last page is turned.

'One of the best British crime writers, and therefore one of the best in the world' - Lee ChildPeter James, the number one, multi-million copy bestselling author of the Grace series returns to finally reveal the events of Roy Grace’s tortured past – the truth behind his wife’s disappearance. Thrillingly told from her perspective, this is Sandy’s story.*************Some will know how it begins . . .My name is Sandy.My husband is Detective Superintendent Roy Grace.But when I disappeared, even he couldn't find me . . .This is my story.There's more to Sandy than meets the eye. A woman with a dubious past, a complicated present and an uncertain future.Then she was gone.Some will think they know how it ends . . .Her disappearance caused a nationwide search. Even the best detective on the force couldn't find her.They thought she was dead.But nobody knows this . . .Where did she go? Why did she run? What would cause a woman to leave her whole life behind andsimply vanish?For the first time the truth behind Sandy Grace’s dramatic disappearance is revealed. They Thought I Was Dead will thrill fans and new readers alike with its gripping story of a woman on the run. This is Sandy's story.They Thought I was Dead was an instant no.1 Sunday Times bestseller when it published in HB w/c 13/05/2024*************23 million books sold.Creator of Her Majesty Queen Camilla’s favourite fictional detective.'One of the best crime writers in the business' - Karin Slaughter, author of the Will Trent series'This is the one I’ve been waiting for. And it’s a masterpiece of suspense. I quite literally couldn’t put it down - even when I was supposed to be doing other things . . .' - Barbara Erskine, author of The Dream Weavers'Typically, They Thought I Was Dead is a brilliantly fast-paced thriller with more twists and turns than a Tour de France descent. No doubt it’ll be eagerly read by fans' - Daily Express'One of the world’s most popular detective series' – The Guardian

Tekisitkö mitä tahansa rakastamasi naisen vuoksi?Piinaavan intensiivinen ja yllättävien käänteiden täyteinen trilleri esittelee nuoren rikoskonstaapeli Glenn Bransonin, johon olemme saaneet tutustua paremmin Roy Grace -dekkarisarjassa.Kun uransa ehtoopuolella oleva filmitähti Gloria Lamark tekee itsemurhan, on hänen poikansa Thomas surun murtama. Kuinka oli mahdollista, ettei äitiä pitkään hoitanut julkkispsykiatri Michael Tennent estänyt tragediaa? Tohtori Tennentille on annettava opetus.Michael Tennent on puolestaan vastarakastunut, mutta hänellä ei ole aavistustakaan, miten vaarallinen romanssi voi olla – sillä sekä Michael että Thomas ovat valmiita tekemään mitä tahansa rakkauden ja rakastamiensa naisten vuoksi. Pian rikoskonstaapeli Glenn Branson työtovereineen joutuu selvitttämään epäilyttäviä, karmaisevia kuolemantapauksia.Peter James on yksi maailman suosituimmista rikoskirjailijoista. Hän toimii läheisessä yhteistyössä Sussexin poliisin kanssa, ja hänen kirjojaan on kiitetty siitä, että ne tarjoavat ainutlaatuisen autenttisen näköalan nykyaikaiseen poliisityöhön. James on palkittu yli 40 kirjallisuus- ja äänikirjapalkinnolla, ja hänen kirjojaan on käännetty peräti 38 kielelle ja myyty jo yli 30 miljoonaa kappaletta. Erityisesti hänet tunnetaan Roy Grace -dekkarisarjasta, joka on tuttu myös Suomessa televisiosta.

Ett sedan länge försvunnet konstverk utlöser en våldsvåg - och leder Roy Grace in på farliga vägar i jakten på en iskall mördare.Harry och Freya har länge drömt om att hitta något ovärderligt begravt bland krimskramset på någon loppis. Det är en dröm som de innerst inne vet aldrig kommer att gå i uppfyllelse - förrän den dagen den plötsligt gör det …De köper ett trist porträtt för tjugo pund för dess vackra ram, men när de kommer hem upptäcker de att det finns en annan målning gömd därunder. Kan det vara ett konstverk från 1770, som länge varit försvunnet? Om det stämmer kan målningen vara värd miljoner. En konstsamlare - en man som använder vilken metod som helst för att få vad han vill ha - är säker på att den är äkta.Kriminalintendent Roy Grace dras in i konstens värld. Till det yttre framstår den som respektabel och gentlemannamässig, men han finner snabbt att girighet, bedrägeri och våld lurar under den polerade ytan. Och Harry och Freya är på väg att upptäcka att deras dröm håller på att förvandlas till deras värsta mardröm."Det är en spännande intrig och en berättelse fylld av typiska och skickligt tecknade Peter James-karaktärer. Miljöerna är fantastiska och man kan följa med på kartan för att se var vi befinner oss för tillfället. Det är inte som att läsa på plats, men inte långt ifrån." Maria Näslund, Göteborgs-Posten"Ännu en mästerligt skriven och underhållande Peter James-deckare." Eva Åström, Expressen Söndag"Peter James bygger skickligt upp en spännande och dramatisk intrig. Karaktärerna känns levande och mycket handlar även om polisernas privata liv." Kent Lidman, BTJ-häftetPeter James är en brittisk författare och filmproducent med bas i London och Brighton. Han har röstats fram som den bästa deckarförfattaren genom tiderna av bokhandelskedjan WHSmith och bland annat belönats med en Diamond Dagger av The Crime Writers’ Association. Se dig död är den artonde boken i hans hyllade serie om kriminalintendent Roy Grace, som även filmatiserats med John Simm i huvudrollen."James är en gedigen författare – det finns en perfekt balans mellan gestaltning och intrig i denna fantastiska och gripande roman. Om du inte har läst Peter James, gör detta år till året då du tog beslutet att börja." The Strand Magazine"Hitta dem döda är en fantastiskt spännande och välskriven bladvändare. Peter James är otrolig!" Pascal Engman"James har en förmåga att alltid hitta balansen mellan polisarbetet och privatlivet i sin skildring av Grace och den här romanen [Försvunnen. Död?] är inget undantag." Maria Näslund, Göteborgs-Posten"… skickligt konstruerade, lågmälda polisromaner." Lotta Olsson, DN"Hans bokserie om Grace består av högkvalitativa polisromaner och huvudkaraktären har en hel del släktskap med exempelvis Martin Beck eller Kurt Wallander. Vill man läsa liknande litteratur fast i engelskt format, kan Peter James tveklöst rekommenderas." Henric Ahlgren, BTJ-häftet"James blir bara bättre och bättre och förtjänar framgångarna han har rönt med denna förstklassiga serie." The Independent on Sunday"En av de största brittiska deckarförfattarna." Lee Child

Roy Grace is about to discover just how dangerous can a dead man be . . . Don't miss this pulse-pounding read from the multimillion-copy bestseller!

'One of the best British crime writers' – Lee ChildRoy Grace is about to find out just how dangerous a dead man can be . . . Arriving late for a funeral, James Taylor spots a familiar face in the church – his old schoolfriend Rufus Rorke.Except it couldn’t be him, could it? Because two years ago Taylor attended Rufus’s funeral. He even delivered the eulogy.On the other side of Brighton, at Police HQ, Detective Superintendent Roy Grace has been alerted to a number of suspicious deaths that he can’t get out of his mind. But how are they linked? And could they possibly be connected to Rufus Rorke?One Of Us Is Dead is the latest race-against-time instalment of the award-winning Grace series by Peter James, now a major ITV show starring John Simm.*****23 million books sold.Creator of Her Majesty Queen Camilla’s favourite fictional detective.'Peter James is one of the best crime writers in the business' – Karin Slaughter, author of the Will Trent series'Peter James is one of the best British crime writers and therefore one of the best in the world' – Lee Child, author of the Jack Reacher series'One of the world’s most popular detective series' – The Guardian'An easy 5* book' – Reader review'Excellent as always!' – Reader review'A brilliant addition to this excellent series' – Reader review

Faced with his most disturbing case yet, Detective Superintendent Roy Grace tracks a serial killer in You Are Dead, by award winning crime author Peter James.A series of young women – all beautiful, all with long brown hair – have been stalked and abducted. Each victim is found with a brand on their body, a marking that reads ‘U R Dead’. And some of their remains are from thirty years ago.When Logan Somerville is taken while on the phone to her fiancé, Grace must find a lead, connect the cases and track down the killer before they can strike again . . .Although the Roy Grace novels can be read in any order, You Are Dead is the eleventh thrilling title in the bestselling series. Enjoy more of the Brighton detective’s investigations with Love You Dead and Need You Dead.Now a major ITV series, Grace, starring John Simm.

An obsessive psychopath must be stopped whilst Detective Superintendent Roy Grace also deals with a very personal mystery in Want You Dead, by award winning crime writer Peter James.Grace’s wife Sandy is officially declared dead after being missing for a decade, allowing him to marry the mother of his baby son. But Sandy’s disappearance is unexplained for a reason.Bryce Laurent doesn’t want his ex-girlfriend to move on. Terrified by Bryce’s dark side, she seeks police protection. But Bryce will not be stopped, determined to destroy everything and everyone she has ever known and loved – and then her too . . .Although the Roy Grace novels can be read in any order, Want You Dead is the tenth thrilling title in the bestselling series. Enjoy more of the Brighton detective’s investigations with You Are Dead and Love You Dead.Now a major ITV series, Grace, starring John Simm.

'One of the best British crime writers' – Lee ChildA shocking reveal threatens to unravel Detective Superintendent Roy Grace’s happy new life . . .Grace is newly married, having moved to a country cottage with Cleo and their baby son. But his first, long-missing wife, now found, has left Grace a surprise greater than he could have imagined.Yet the police need Grace at work: an escaped murderer who left a bullet in him is back and a Black Widow is leaving an international trail of corpses after – in every sense – bleeding them dry. Now, she’s come to Brighton for her next rich target . . .Love You Dead is a race-against-time instalment of the award-winning Grace series by Peter James, now a major ITV show starring John Simm. Don't miss the latest pulse-pounding instalment, One Of Us Is Dead.*****23 million books sold.Creator of Her Majesty Queen Camilla’s favourite fictional detective.'Peter James is one of the best crime writers in the business' – Karin Slaughter, author of the Will Trent series'Peter James is one of the best British crime writers and therefore one of the best in the world' – Lee Child, author of the Jack Reacher series'One of the world’s most popular detective series' – The Guardian'An easy 5* book' – Reader review'Excellent as always!' – Reader review'A brilliant addition to this excellent series' – Reader review*They Thought I was Dead was an instant no.1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 13/05/2024

Detective Superintendent Roy Grace is haunted by the past in his latest case, and his private life, in Dead Man's Time, by award winning crime writer Peter James.A vicious robbery at a secluded Brighton mansion leaves its elderly occupant fighting for her life. Millions of pounds’ worth of valuables have been stolen.Within days, Grace is racing against the clock, following a murderous trail that leads him from the shady antiques world of England, across Europe and all the way back to the New York waterfront’s gang struggles of 1922, chasing a killer driven by the force of one man’s greed and another man’s fury.Although the Roy Grace novels can be read in any order, Dead Man's Time is the ninth gripping title in the bestselling series. Enjoy more of the Brighton detective’s investigations with Want You Dead and You Are Dead.Now a major ITV series, Grace, starring John Simm.

Siellä missä on ahneutta, on murhia.Roy Grace sukeltaa mafiatyyliin hoidetun koirabisneksen synkkiin syövereihin.Kun nuori maanviljelijä kohtaa tilallaan tunkeutujia, hän ei aavista seuraavassa hetkessä kuolevansa, saati sitä, miksi roistotovat valmiita tappamaan. Samaan aikaan toinen perhe hankkii ihanan koiran lemmikseen, mutta koiranhakumatkan tapahtumilla on pelottavat seuraukset pikkutytön elämään.Rikosylikomisario Roy Grace huomaa pian, että tapahtumat ovat osa maanlaajuista rikosaaltoa. Julmat rikosliigat tekevät laittomalla koirakaupalla jopa suurempaa bisnestä kuin huumeilla. Tapausta selvittäessään Roy Grace joutuu vastakkain harvinaisen häikäilemättömien rikollisten kanssa.Brittijännityksen mestarin Peter Jamesin Roy Grace -dekkarisarjassa seurataan brightonilaispoliisin rikostutkimuksia ja hänen ajoittain traagisia tapahtumia sisältävää yksityiselämäänsä. Kuoleman koirat on vangitsevan sarjan 19., itsenäinen osa. Roy Grace -dekkareista tehdään Englannissa suosittua televisiosarjaa, jota esitetään myös Suomessa.” Peter James kuuluu brittidekkaristien parhaimmistoon, ja on näin ollen myös yksi maailman parhaista.” – Lee Child”Alan mestari ”– Daily ExpressPeter James on yksi maailman suosituimmista rikoskirjailijoista. Hän toimii läheisessä yhteistyössä Sussexin poliisin kanssa,ja hänen kirjojaan on kiitetty siitä, että ne tarjoavat ainutlaatuisen autenttisen näköalan nykyaikaiseen poliisityöhön. James on palkittu yli 40 kirjallisuus- ja äänikirjapalkinnolla, ja hänen kirjojaan on käännetty peräti 38 kielelle ja myyty jo yli 30 miljoonaa kappaletta.

Truly Criminal showcases a group of highly regarded writers who all share a special passion for crime, reflected in this superb collection of essays re-examining some of the most notorious cases from British criminal history.Contributors are all members of the Crime Writers’ Association (CWA), including leading novelists Peter Lovesey, Andrew Taylor and Catherine Aird (winner of the 2015 CWA Diamond Dagger). There is also a bonus essay by the late great Margery Allingham about the controversial William Herbert Wallace case, which has only recently been rediscovered.Among the real-life crimes explored in the book are the cases of some of the most infamous killers in British history, including Samuel Herbert Dougal, the Moat Farm murderer; George Joseph Smith, the ‘brides in the bath’ killer; and Catherine Foster, who murdered her husband with poisoned dumplings.With a foreword by international best-selling author Peter James and updated with a new introduction from Martin Edwards, this collection demonstrates the art of ‘true crime’ writing at its very best.

Viiltävä psykologinen trilleri pakkomielteisestä rakkaudesta ja kontrollista.Plastiikkakirurgi Ross Ransome on uransa huipulla; menestynyt, rikas ja tunnettu. Sellainen mies haluaa myös vaimonsa olevan täydellinen. Miksipä ei, onhan hänellä taito muovata nainen leikkauspöydällä mieleisekseen.Ross Ransome on mies, joka on tottunut kontrolloimaan. Mutta kun hänen vaimonsa Faith sairastuu, Ross saa huomata, ettei kaikki enää olekaan hänen hallinnassaan. Faith kääntää selkänsä niin lääketieteelle kuin kuivahtaneelle avioliitolleenkin ja etsii apua karismaattisen terapeutin tarjoamista vaihtoehtohoidoista. Tämä lupaa ratkaista enemmän kuin vain terveysongelmat.Rossin mielestä tämä on äärimmäinen petos. Vaimon toiminta on sietämättömän epärationaalista, ja Ross on ennen kaikkea rationaalinen mies. On aivan järjetön ajatus, että joku toinen mies saisi hänen täydellisen vaimonsa...Peter James on kirjailija, käsikirjoittaja, tuottaja ja yksi Ison-Britannian suosituimmista ja palkituimmista dekkaristeista. Peter Jamesin teokset ovat jatkuvasti Britannian bestseller-listojen kärjessä, ja niitä on käännetty jo 37 kielelle. Peter Jamesin dekkareita on myyty Suomessa jo yli 160 000 kappaletta.

'One of the best British crime writers, and therefore one of the best in the world' - Lee ChildPeter James, the number one, multi-million copy bestselling author of the Grace series returns to finally reveal the events of Roy Grace’s tortured past – the truth behind his wife’s disappearance. Thrillingly told from her perspective, this is Sandy’s story.*************Some will know how it begins . . .My name is Sandy.My husband is Detective Superintendent Roy Grace.But when I disappeared, even he couldn't find me . . .This is my story.There's more to Sandy than meets the eye. A woman with a dubious past, a complicated present and an uncertain future.Then she was gone.Some will think they know how it ends . . .Her disappearance caused a nationwide search. Even the best detective on the force couldn't find her.They thought she was dead.But nobody knows this . . .Where did she go? Why did she run? What would cause a woman to leave her whole life behind andsimply vanish?For the first time the truth behind Sandy Grace’s dramatic disappearance is revealed. They Thought I Was Dead will thrill fans and new readers alike with its gripping story of a woman on the run. This is Sandy's story.They Thought I was Dead was an instant no.1 Sunday Times bestseller when it published in HB w/c 13/05/2024*************23 million books sold.Creator of Her Majesty Queen Camilla’s favourite fictional detective.'One of the best crime writers in the business' - Karin Slaughter, author of the Will Trent series. 'This is the one I’ve been waiting for. And it’s a masterpiece of suspense. I quite literally couldn’t put it down - even when I was supposed to be doing other things . . .' - Barbara Erskine, author of The Dream Weavers'Typically, They Thought I Was Dead is a brilliantly fast-paced thriller with more twists and turns than a Tour de France descent. No doubt it’ll be eagerly read by fans' - Daily Express'One of the world’s most popular detective series' – The Guardian

‘Peter James is one of the best British crime writers, and therefore one of the best in the world’ - LEE CHILD, author of the Jack Reacher seriesDiscover the darkness that lurks around every corner in the latest instalment of the award-winning Grace series by Peter James, now a major ITV show starring John Simm. A ruthless crime. A race against time.In the dead of night, a farmer confronts the intruders of a break in, having no idea that the encounter will leave him dead. What’s more chilling is the truth of what the perpetrators were willing to kill for.At the scene, DS Roy Grace senses that this is no mere botched robbery; it’s the tip of the iceberg of a nationwide crime epidemic. Ruthless gangs, operating with military precision, have discovered a new black market flourishing in the shadows – an unthinkable source of wealth even more profitable than drugs.Grace’s investigation into this deadly trade pits him against people who will kill anyone who gets in their way.Although the Roy Grace novels can be read in any order, Stop Them Dead is the nineteenth thrilling title in the bestselling series. Enjoy more of the Brighton detective’s investigations with One of Us is Dead.***** 23 million copies sold.Creator of Her Majesty Queen Camilla’s favourite fictional detective.'Peter James is one of the best crime writers in the business' – Karin Slaughter, author of the Will Trent series'One of the world’s most popular detective series' – The Guardian‘The master of the craft’ - Daily Express'Ruthlessly efficient entertainment. Pedigree fun' - The Times