Detective Inspector Andy Horton has a lot on his plate.

Trying to piece together a celebrity's bizarre threatening calls and a nursing home resident's frantic assault claim, Horton's instincts tell him there's more to it than a publicity stunt or senility.

Then, a man is found dead in Oldham’s Wharf—and several of his fingers are missing.

What begins as seemingly disparate cases quickly spirals into a deep web of deception and corruption that stretches back decades. A ruthless killer is on the loose—and Horton is deep in the crosshairs. Can he find his way back and stop a killer?

This absolutely gripping detective mystery is perfect for fans of Ann Cleeves, Joy Ellis, and Rachel McLean.

The Royal Hotel Murders © Pauline Rowson 2023


Pauline Rowson is the author of twenty-four gripping, fast-paced, atmospheric crime novels including the popular SOLENT MURDER MYSTERY series featuring the rugged and troubled DI Andy Horton. She is a member of the Crime Writers' Association and the Society of Authors.

Detective Inspector Andy Horton has a lot on his plate.

Trying to piece together a celebrity's bizarre threatening calls and a nursing home resident's frantic assault claim, Horton's instincts tell him there's more to it than a publicity stunt or senility.

Then, a man is found dead in Oldham’s Wharf—and several of his fingers are missing.

What begins as seemingly disparate cases quickly spirals into a deep web of deception and corruption that stretches back decades. A ruthless killer is on the loose—and Horton is deep in the crosshairs. Can he find his way back and stop a killer?

This absolutely gripping detective mystery is perfect for fans of Ann Cleeves, Joy Ellis, and Rachel McLean.

The Royal Hotel Murders © Pauline Rowson 2023


Pauline Rowson is the author of twenty-four gripping, fast-paced, atmospheric crime novels including the popular SOLENT MURDER MYSTERY series featuring the rugged and troubled DI Andy Horton. She is a member of the Crime Writers' Association and the Society of Authors.