George Cross Mysteries – serie

'One of the most iconic British fictional detectives of the 21st century.' DAILY MAIL'One of my favourite detectives.' ELLY GRIFFITHS'Reaffirms everything that has made this series a bestseller.' VASEEM KHAN‘I absolutely loved The Tailor' GARY BARLOW'A joy to read, beautifully penned, rich in detail and as elegantly put together as a bespoke suit.' ABIR MUKHERJEE‘An elegantly woven mystery in all the best traditions of the genre… Sullivan is a writer's writer – witty, cutting and clever.' HELEN S FIELDSFROM THE WINNER OF THE CRIME WRITERS' ASSOCIATION DAGGER IN THE LIBRARY 2026 George Cross: unfailingly shrewd. Uniquely brilliant. A bespoke tailor boards the 10:00 train from Bristol to London. Before it reaches Bath, he’s found dead in the toilet, his throat slit and a plastic bag pulled over his head.DS George Cross deduces that this wasn’t a robbery – nothing about the killing is random.It’s an execution.George’s investigation brings him dangerously close to a cold and merciless world. And is it his imagination or is he being followed?With the highest conviction rate of any officer in the force, someone will do anything to stop George from getting to the truth.This time, the next cut could be meant for him...Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, this is the eighth book in the million-copy-bestselling George Cross Mystery series, which can be read in any order, by the 2026 winner of the Crime Writers' Association Dagger in the Library Award.

Don't miss THE TAILOR, the brand new mystery in the million-copy-bestselling George Cross series - OUT NOW.'One of the most iconic British fictional detectives of the 21st century.' DAILY MAIL‘These are must-read detective novels.’ MARK BILLINGHAM'One of my favourite detectives.' ELLY GRIFFITHSSOMEONE'S ABOUT TO TURN THEIR LAST PAGE...A bookseller is found dead in his shop on a quiet square in Bristol, surrounded by rare books, first editions and a shocking amount of blood.DS George Cross, usually the first to spot holes in a suspect’s story, is distracted. His father’s recent diagnosis has left him unsettled, relying on others in a way he is not comfortable with. It’s impacting the case – and himself – more than he’d like to admit.The truth only gets murkier as George uncovers tales of lost manuscripts and rival dealers, revealing how dangerous the rarefied world of bookselling can be – especially when the suspects are so familiar with crime novels.They know exactly how to get away with murder.Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, this is the seventh book in the bestselling million-copy-bestselling George Cross Mystery series, which can be read in any order, by the 2026 winner of the Crime Writers' Association Dagger in the Library Award.ALSO IN THIS MILLION-COPY-BESTSELLING SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR (COMING 2026)CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTERTHE BASKET CASE Readers love George Cross . . .'One of the best series to emerge in recent years.' SOPHIE HANNAH'George Cross is an absolute one-off... the detective's detective.' JEREMY VINE'Every generation has its iconic detective — Holmes, Poirot and Morse — but Cross is emerging as the one for now. Treasure him.' DAILY MAIL'DS George Cross shot to the top of my favourites when I first encountered him.' MARI HANNAH'A must-read series.' THE TIMES'George Cross is in a class of his own.' SIMON TOYNE'I am insanely in love with George Cross.' STEPHEN FRY'George Cross is a superb creation.' DOM NOLAN‘A compelling, suspenseful police procedural with an intimate, positive insight into living on the autistic spectrum' WOMAN'George Cross is a highly readable creation whose adherence to the rules throws a bright light on the often murky world of policing.' SARAH HILARY‘I love George Cross a little more with every case. Deftly plotted, with characters that leap off the page.’ RACHEL WOLF

The unfailingly shrewd and uniquely brilliant DS George Cross is back...'One of the most iconic British fictional detectives of the 21st century.' DAILY MAIL'One of my favourite detectives.' ELLY GRIFFITHS'Reaffirms everything that has made this series a bestseller.' VASEEM KHAN'I absolutely loved The Tailor' GARY BARLOW'A joy to read, beautifully penned, rich in detail and as elegantly put together as a bespoke suit.' ABIR MUKHERJEEMeasure twice. Cut once. A bespoke tailor boards the 10:00 train from Bristol to London. Before it reaches Bath, he's found dead in the toilet, his throat slit and a plastic bag pulled over his head. DS George Cross deduces that this wasn't a robbery nothing about the killing is random. It's an execution. George's investigation brings him dangerously close to a cold and merciless world. And is it his imagination or is he being followed? With the highest conviction rate of any officer in the force, someone will do anything to stop George from getting to the truth. This time, the next cut could be meant for him...Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, this is the eighth book in the million-copy-bestselling George Cross Mystery series, which can be read in any order.

Don't miss THE TAILOR, the brand new mystery in the million-copy-bestselling George Cross series - OUT NOW.To solve a murder, you need to know your victim.When a ravaged body is discovered on a building site in Bristol, the first job is to identify who the person is. Luckily, DS George Cross is famous for spotting clues that others overlook.George needs a name to stand any chance of solving the murder, and while the man’s identity remains a mystery, a picture is emerging. Faint tan lines and scars on the forearms reveal he was an amateur cyclist who used performance-enhancing drugs.This man was ambitious, someone desperate to win – but at what cost?And who took the final payment?Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, The Cyclist is part of the million-copy-bestselling George Cross Mystery series, which can be read in any order, by the 2026 winner of the Crime Writers' Association Dagger in the Library Award.ALSO IN THIS MILLION-COPY-BESTSELLING SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTERTHE BASKET CASE Why readers love George Cross . . .'A clever mystery full of tension but also humour and compassion. George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.’ Elly Griffiths'In DS George Cross, Tim Sullivan has created a character who is as endearing as any I’ve ever come across in this genre. His quirks are his gift, and with Sullivan’s tremendous plotting and superb writing, this series is a gift to readers.' Liz Nugent'The fact that Cross has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder makes him just as intriguing as the murder mystery' The Times'A British detective for the 21st century who will be hard to forget' Daily Mail 'The plot is meticulously worked out... Can't wait for the next in the series!' Reader review 'I find myself really caring about George and his way of thinking' Reader review 'It's good to believe that somewhere there is a Cross pursuing truth against the odds, and winning' Reader review

Don't miss THE TAILOR, the brand new mystery in the million-copy-bestselling George Cross series - OUT NOW.A burglary gone wrong – or a staged murder?George Cross loves puzzles, and the crime scene at the home of Bristol’s former mayor is a complicated one. To most, it looks like a burglary gone wrong, but George can see this was murder.There’s no shortage of potential killers: the online trolls the victim fought in her new life as a controversial blogger, her bitter political rivals, even her own family.With suspects everywhere and pressure mounting, George finds his usually impeccable logic challenged just when he needs it most. Because politics can be a dangerous game – especially for people who don't know the rules…Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, The Politician is part of the million-copy-bestselling George Cross Mystery series, which can be read in any order, by the 2026 winner of the Crime Writers' Association Dagger in the Library Award.ALSO IN THIS MILLION-COPY-BESTSELLING SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTERTHE BASKET CASE Why readers love George Cross . . .'A clever mystery full of tension but also humour and compassion. George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.’ Elly Griffiths'In DS George Cross, Tim Sullivan has created a character who is as endearing as any I’ve ever come across in this genre. His quirks are his gift, and with Sullivan’s tremendous plotting and superb writing, this series is a gift to readers.' Liz Nugent'Compelling, full of twists and turns, I couldn’t put this down. Sullivan has created a truly original and endearing detective in George Cross.' Simon McCleave'Really satisfying... With compelling characters and an ending I didn't guess.' Faith Martin'True characters, a fresh setting, and a good mystery – this one's got the lot.' The Morning Star'We've had sleuths on the autistic spectrum before but Sullivan's copper is among the most distinctive characterisations.' Financial Times'DS George Cross is as arresting as the cases he solves.’ Richard E GrantWhy readers love George Cross . . . 'The fact that Cross has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder makes him just as intriguing as the murder mystery' The Times 'A British detective for the 21st century who will be hard to forget' Daily Mail 'A compelling, suspenseful police procedural with an intimate, positive insight into living on the autistic spectrum' Woman 'The enigmatic DS Cross is a joy to get to know' Reader Review 'One hell of a detective' Reader review

Don't miss THE TAILOR, the brand new mystery in the million-copy-bestselling George Cross series - OUT NOW.'George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.’ ELLY GRIFFITHSA victim with no enemies. A murder with no motive.When the body of a monk is found savagely beaten in woodland near Bristol, DS George Cross discovers that nothing is known about the man’s past.How can he unpick a crime when he doesn't know anything about the victim? And why would someone want to harm a monk?His past reveals that he had no enemies, although George learns he was exceedingly wealthy, that he sacrificed it all for his faith.For a man who has nothing, it seems strange that greed could be the motive for his murder. But greed is a sin after all...Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, The Monk is part of the million-copy-bestselling George Cross Mystery series, which can be read in any order, by the 2026 winner of the Crime Writers' Association Dagger in the Library Award.ALSO IN THIS MILLION-COPY-BESTSELLING SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTERTHE BASKET CASE 'In DS George Cross, Tim Sullivan has created a character who is as endearing as any I’ve ever come across in this genre. His quirks are his gift, and with Sullivan’s tremendous plotting and superb writing, this series is a gift to readers.' Liz Nugent'The ultimate conjuring trick: an absorbing plot with an engaging detective I’d follow to the ends of the earth. Just brilliant!' Marion Todd'A brilliantly old-school detective with a modern twist . . . from the complex emotion of his private life to the razor-sharp detail of the police investigation. Spot on!' Russ Thomas‘Tim Sullivan’s detective, DS George Cross, is autistic. His approach to investigations is unorthodox…he works surprisingly well as a fictional character, processing clues in a way that recalls Poirot’s “little grey cells”.’ Sunday Times‘Another tour de force . . . If you're looking for a great crime series you can't do much better than this. George Cross is an absolute delight.’ Bishop Stortford IndependentWhy readers love George Cross . . .'Compelling, full of twists and turns, I couldn’t put this down. Sullivan has created a truly original and endearing detective in George Cross.' Simon McCleave'DS George Cross is as arresting as the cases he solves.' Richard E Grant'The fact that Cross has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder makes him just as intriguing as the murder mystery' The Times 'A British detective for the 21st century who will be hard to forget' Daily Mail 'Can't wait for the next in the series!' Reader review

Don't miss THE TAILOR, the brand new mystery in the million-copy-bestselling George Cross series - OUT NOW.'Every generation has its iconic detective — Holmes, Poirot and Morse — but Cross is emerging as the one for now. Treasure him.' DAILY MAIL'George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.' ELLY GRIFFITHSThe victim’s worst enemy was himself.When an elderly man is found dead in his home, the angle of his neck says he fell down the stairs. The stab wound on his body tells a different story.In the weeks before his murder, Alistair Moreton changed. A recluse by nature, neighbours swear someone was living with him, someone he didn’t want them to see.Moreton spent a lifetime making enemies and now DS George Cross needs to uncover which one finally struck back. Because in all of Alistair's years, there was something important he never learned.If you go through life hurting people, they might well try to teach you a lesson...Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, The Teacher is part of the million-copy-bestselling George Cross Mystery series, which can be read in any order, by the 2026 winner of the Crime Writers' Association Dagger in the Library Award.ALSO IN THIS MILLION-COPY-BESTSELLING SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTERTHE BASKET CASE'Starts with a bang and then continues to deliver all the way to the thrilling end.' IMRAN MAHMOOD'George Cross is in a class of his own.' SIMON TOYNE'A must-read series.' THE TIMES'DS George Cross shot to the top of my favourites when I first encountered him. The Teacher shows him at his best.' MARI HANNAH'George Cross is a superb creation... The Teacher also offers an insightful examination of whether guilt for past deeds has a half-life.' DOM NOLAN'George Cross is a highly readable creation whose adherence to the rules throws a bright light on the often murky world of policing.' SARAH HILARY'DS George Cross is a genius creation... Get the whole series and thank me later!' TREVOR WOODWhy readers love George Cross . . .‘The fact that Cross has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder makes him just as intriguing as the murder mystery’ The Times'I am insanely in love with George Cross.' Stephen Fry‘A compelling, suspenseful police procedural with an intimate, positive insight into living on the autistic spectrum' Woman

Don't miss THE TAILOR, the brand new mystery in the million-copy-bestselling George Cross series - OUT NOW.Good detectives notice details. Great detectives connect them.When a weather-beaten body is found on Clifton Downs, the police are quick to dismiss it as a quarrel among the unhoused community.DS George Cross knows how it feels to be overlooked. Unwilling to do the same to others, he sets out to find out what really happened to the dead man.As George learns about a life that slowly unravelled, his investigation leads him to a decades-old murder. The question is how are the two deaths linked – and who killed each victim?If anyone can find the answers, it’s George Cross – a man who has always felt like an outsider himself.Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, The Dentist is part of the million-copy-selling George Cross Mystery series, which can be read in any order, by the 2026 winner of the Crime Writers' Association Dagger in the Library Award.ALSO IN THIS MILLION-COPY-BESTSELLING SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTERTHE BASKET CASE Why readers love George Cross...'A clever mystery full of tension but also humour and compassion. George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.’ Elly Griffiths'In DS George Cross, Tim Sullivan has created a character who is as endearing as any I’ve ever come across in this genre. His quirks are his gift, and with Sullivan’s tremendous plotting and superb writing, this series is a gift to readers.' Liz Nugent'The fact that Cross has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder makes him just as intriguing as the murder mystery' The Times'A British detective for the 21st century who will be hard to forget' Daily Mail 'A compelling, suspenseful police procedural with an intimate, positive insight into living on the autistic spectrum' Woman'An excellent, excellent read' Reader Review

Don't miss THE TAILOR, the brand new George Cross Mystery - available to pre-order now.No fingerprints. No weapon. No witnesses.For days, George Cross notices the same woman sitting patiently in the reception of the Bristol Crime Unit. Eventually, he asks her why.She wants to talk about her daughter’s death, officially ruled a suicide after a long history of drug abuse. But the mother insists she was rebuilding her life and had been clean for years. She knows this wasn’t suicide – someone did this to her daughter.George doesn’t operate on hunches or gut feelings, he simply follows the evidence wherever that might take him. And the facts of this case tell him this woman was murdered.He just has to prove it.Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, The Patient is part of the million-copy-bestselling George Cross Mystery series, which can be read in any order, by the 2025 Crime Writers' Association Dagger in the Library Award longlistee.ALSO IN THIS MILLION-COPY-BESTSELLING SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTERTHE BASKET CASE 'In DS George Cross, Tim Sullivan has created a character who is as endearing as any I’ve ever come across in this genre. His quirks are his gift, and with Sullivan’s tremendous plotting and superb writing, this series is a gift to readers.' Liz NugentWhy readers love George Cross . . .'A clever mystery full of tension but also humour and compassion. George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.’ Elly Griffiths'A British detective for the 21st century who will be hard to forget' Daily Mail 'A compelling, suspenseful police procedural with an intimate, positive insight into living on the autistic spectrum' Woman 'Truly wonderful . . . well-developed characters and an absolute star in George Cross!' Reader Review 'An entirely different type of detective in DS Cross' Reader Review

Don't miss THE TAILOR, the brand new mystery in the million-copy-bestselling George Cross series - OUT NOW.'One of the most iconic British fictional detectives of the 21st century.' DAILY MAIL‘These are must-read detective novels.’ MARK BILLINGHAM'One of my favourite detectives.' ELLY GRIFFITHSSOMEONE'S ABOUT TO TURN THEIR LAST PAGE...A bookseller is found dead in his shop on a quiet square in Bristol, surrounded by rare books, first editions and a shocking amount of blood.DS George Cross, usually the first to spot holes in a suspect’s story, is distracted. His father’s recent diagnosis has left him unsettled, relying on others in a way he is not comfortable with. It’s impacting the case – and himself – more than he’d like to admit.The truth only gets murkier as George uncovers tales of lost manuscripts and rival dealers, revealing how dangerous the rarefied world of bookselling can be – especially when the suspects are so familiar with crime novels.They know exactly how to get away with murder.Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, this is the seventh book in the bestselling million-copy-bestselling George Cross Mystery series, which can be read in any order, by the 2026 winner of the Crime Writers' Association Dagger in the Library Award.ALSO IN THIS MILLION-COPY-BESTSELLING SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR (COMING 2026)CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTERTHE BASKET CASE Readers love George Cross . . .'One of the best series to emerge in recent years.' SOPHIE HANNAH'George Cross is an absolute one-off... the detective's detective.' JEREMY VINE'Every generation has its iconic detective — Holmes, Poirot and Morse — but Cross is emerging as the one for now. Treasure him.' DAILY MAIL'DS George Cross shot to the top of my favourites when I first encountered him.' MARI HANNAH'A must-read series.' THE TIMES'George Cross is in a class of his own.' SIMON TOYNE'I am insanely in love with George Cross.' STEPHEN FRY'George Cross is a superb creation.' DOM NOLAN‘A compelling, suspenseful police procedural with an intimate, positive insight into living on the autistic spectrum' WOMAN'George Cross is a highly readable creation whose adherence to the rules throws a bright light on the often murky world of policing.' SARAH HILARY‘I love George Cross a little more with every case. Deftly plotted, with characters that leap off the page.’ RACHEL WOLF

SOMEONE''S ABOUT TO TURN THEIR LAST PAGE...''One of the most iconic British fictional detectives of the 21st century.'' DAILY MAIL''These are must-read detective novels.'' MARK BILLINGHAM''One of my favourite detectives.'' ELLY GRIFFITHSTHE SETTINGThe body of a bookseller is discovered, lying in a pool of blood in his Bristol bookshop. Police have one question: how did the man meet such a violent, murderous end in this peaceful place?THE CONFLICTDS Cross''s ability to dismiss red herrings is challenged by a worrying development in his personal life. Hopelessly distracted, he needs to rely on those around him in a way he has never been comfortable doing before.THE MURDER PLOTIt may be a quiet profession, but it''s full of passionate, ambitious characters who know the value of a rare book. Their extensive reading means they also know how to get away with murder.But is that enough to fool the tenacious DS George Cross?Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, this is the seventh book in the bestselling series, which can be read in any order, by the 2025 Crime Writers'' Association Dagger in the Library Award longlistee.ALSO IN THE DS CROSS THRILLER SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR (COMING 2026)CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTER Readers love George Cross . . .''One of the best series to emerge in recent years.'' SOPHIE HANNAH''George Cross is an absolute one-off... the detective''s detective.'' JEREMY VINE''Every generation has its iconic detective - Holmes, Poirot and Morse - but Cross is emerging as the one for now. Treasure him.'' DAILY MAIL''DS George Cross shot to the top of my favourites when I first encountered him.'' MARI HANNAH''A must-read series.'' THE TIMES''George Cross is in a class of his own.'' SIMON TOYNE''I am insanely in love with George Cross.'' STEPHEN FRY''George Cross is a superb creation.'' DOM NOLAN''A compelling, suspenseful police procedural with an intimate, positive insight into living on the autistic spectrum'' WOMAN''George Cross is a highly readable creation whose adherence to the rules throws a bright light on the often murky world of policing.'' SARAH HILARY''I love George Cross a little more with every case. Deftly plotted, with characters that leap off the page.'' RACHEL WOLF

*All first edition hardback copies feature beautiful limited edition endpapers – available while stock lasts*'One of the most iconic British fictional detectives of the 21st century.' DAILY MAIL'One of my favourite detectives.' ELLY GRIFFITHS'Reaffirms everything that has made this series a bestseller.' VASEEM KHAN‘I absolutely loved The Tailor' GARY BARLOW'A joy to read, beautifully penned, rich in detail and as elegantly put together as a bespoke suit.' ABIR MUKHERJEEMeasure twice. Cut once.A bespoke tailor boards the 10:00 train from Bristol to London. Before it reaches Bath, he’s found dead in the toilet, his throat slit and a plastic bag pulled over his head.DS George Cross deduces that this wasn’t a robbery – nothing about the killing is random.It’s an execution.George’s investigation brings him dangerously close to a cold and merciless world. And is it his imagination or is he being followed?With the highest conviction rate of any officer in the force, someone will do anything to stop George from getting to the truth.This time, the next cut could be meant for him...Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, this is the eighth book in the million-copy-bestselling George Cross Mystery series, which can be read in any order, by the 2026 winner of the Crime Writers' Association Dagger in the Library Award.*Contains an exclusive interview between Tim Sullivan and the unfailingly shrewd DS George Cross*

'One of the most iconic British fictional detectives of the 21st century.' DAILY MAIL'One of my favourite detectives.' ELLY GRIFFITHS'Reaffirms everything that has made this series a bestseller.' VASEEM KHAN‘I absolutely loved The Tailor' GARY BARLOW'A joy to read, beautifully penned, rich in detail and as elegantly put together as a bespoke suit.' ABIR MUKHERJEE‘An elegantly woven mystery in all the best traditions of the genre… Sullivan is a writer's writer – witty, cutting and clever.' HELEN S FIELDSFROM THE WINNER OF THE CRIME WRITERS' ASSOCIATION DAGGER IN THE LIBRARY 2026 George Cross: unfailingly shrewd. Uniquely brilliant. A bespoke tailor boards the 10:00 train from Bristol to London. Before it reaches Bath, he’s found dead in the toilet, his throat slit and a plastic bag pulled over his head.DS George Cross deduces that this wasn’t a robbery – nothing about the killing is random.It’s an execution.George’s investigation brings him dangerously close to a cold and merciless world. And is it his imagination or is he being followed?With the highest conviction rate of any officer in the force, someone will do anything to stop George from getting to the truth.This time, the next cut could be meant for him...Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, this is the eighth book in the million-copy-bestselling George Cross Mystery series, which can be read in any order, by the 2026 winner of the Crime Writers' Association Dagger in the Library Award.

Don't miss THE TAILOR, the brand new mystery in the million-copy-bestselling George Cross series - OUT NOW.No fingerprints. No weapon. No witnesses.For days, George Cross notices the same woman sitting patiently in the reception of the Bristol Crime Unit. Eventually, he asks her why.She wants to talk about her daughter’s death, officially ruled a suicide after a long history of drug abuse. But the mother insists she was rebuilding her life and had been clean for years. She knows this wasn’t suicide – someone did this to her daughter.George doesn’t operate on hunches or gut feelings, he simply follows the evidence wherever that might take him. And the facts of this case tell him this woman was murdered.He just has to prove it.Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, The Patient is part of the million-copy-bestselling George Cross Mystery series, which can be read in any order, by the 2026 winner of the Crime Writers' Association Dagger in the Library Award.ALSO IN THIS MILLION-COPY-BESTSELLING SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTERTHE BASKET CASE 'In DS George Cross, Tim Sullivan has created a character who is as endearing as any I’ve ever come across in this genre. His quirks are his gift, and with Sullivan’s tremendous plotting and superb writing, this series is a gift to readers.' Liz NugentWhy readers love George Cross . . .'A clever mystery full of tension but also humour and compassion. George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.’ Elly Griffiths'A British detective for the 21st century who will be hard to forget' Daily Mail 'A compelling, suspenseful police procedural with an intimate, positive insight into living on the autistic spectrum' Woman 'Truly wonderful . . . well-developed characters and an absolute star in George Cross!' Reader Review 'An entirely different type of detective in DS Cross' Reader Review

Murder is both a science and an art. Brian Fothergill co-owns a thriving Bristol bakery with two close friends that was built on a shared dream: to use their success to give something back, offering opportunities to those most often overlooked. Brian has always believed in doing good, in giving people second chances. So how has he ended up head down and lifeless at the bottom of an industrial dough mixer? Even in a place built on kindness, pressure can build. But who turned up the heat?DS George Cross is back to find out. The next gripping instalment in the million-copy selling George Cross mysteries.'One of the most iconic British fictional detectives of the 21st century.' DAILY MAIL'One of my favourite detectives.' ELLY GRIFFITHS'Reaffirms everything that has made this series a bestseller.' VASEEM KHAN'A joy to read, beautifully penned.' ABIR MUKHERJEE'A perfect detective for our time and for all time.' STEPHEN FRY‘This series is a gift to readers.’ LIZ NUGENT

Murder is both a science and an art. Brian Fothergill co-owns a thriving Bristol bakery with two close friends that was built on a shared dream: to use their success to give something back, offering opportunities to those most often overlooked. Brian has always believed in doing good, in giving people second chances. So how has he ended up head down and lifeless at the bottom of an industrial dough mixer? Even in a place built on kindness, pressure can build. But who turned up the heat?DS George Cross is back to find out. The next gripping instalment in the million-copy selling George Cross mysteries.'One of the most iconic British fictional detectives of the 21st century.' DAILY MAIL'One of my favourite detectives.' ELLY GRIFFITHS'Reaffirms everything that has made this series a bestseller.' VASEEM KHAN'A joy to read, beautifully penned.' ABIR MUKHERJEE'A perfect detective for our time and for all time.' STEPHEN FRY‘This series is a gift to readers.’ LIZ NUGENT

Don''t miss THE BOOKSELLER, the brand new DS Cross Thriller - available now.To solve any murder, you must first know your victim . . .THE DETECTIVEDS George Cross has unique and unmatchable talents. He uses a combination of logic, determination and, often, pedantry to get answers where others have failed for families who have long given up hope.So when a ravaged body is found in a local demolition site, it''s up to Cross to piece together the truth from whatever fragments he can find.THE VICTIMCross has little to go on, but from the faint tan lines on the ravaged body, and strange scars on his forearms, an identity gradually emerges: a male amateur cyclist; a reliance on performance-enhancing drugs. But what happened that led to this man''s death? How did he end up here? And, most importantly, who is he?THE FAMILYIn the face of ever-mounting challenges, including budget cuts and unreliable witnesses, Cross must first work out who the man is to have any chance of solving the murder. But in searching for this man''s identity, Cross will come up against a lot that he is unfamiliar with – jealousy, ambition and a family tearing itself apart . . .Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, The Cyclist is part of the DS George Cross thriller series, which can be read in any order, by the 2025 Crime Writers'' Association Dagger in the Library Award longlistee.ALSO IN THE DS CROSS THRILLER SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR (COMING 2026)CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTERWhy readers love George Cross . . .''A clever mystery full of tension but also humour and compassion. George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.'' Elly Griffiths''In DS George Cross, Tim Sullivan has created a character who is as endearing as any I''ve ever come across in this genre. His quirks are his gift, and with Sullivan''s tremendous plotting and superb writing, this series is a gift to readers.'' Liz Nugent''The fact that Cross has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder makes him just as intriguing as the murder mystery'' The Times''A British detective for the 21st century who will be hard to forget'' Daily Mail ''The plot is meticulously worked out... Can''t wait for the next in the series!'' Reader review ''I find myself really caring about George and his way of thinking'' Reader review ''It''s good to believe that somewhere there is a Cross pursuing truth against the odds, and winning'' Reader review

Don''t miss THE BOOKSELLER, the brand new DS Cross Thriller - available now.A cold case that has been ignored... A detective who fights for the voiceless.THE DETECTIVEBristol detective DS George Cross might be difficult to work with – but his unfailing logic and determined pursuit of the truth means he is second to none at convicting killers.THE CRIMEWhen the police dismiss a man''s death as a squabble among the homeless community, Cross is not convinced; there are too many unanswered questions.Who was the unknown man whose weather-beaten body was discovered on Clifton Downs? And was the same tragedy that resulted in his life on the streets also responsible for his death?THE COLD CASEAs Cross delves into the dead man''s past, he discovers that the answers lie in a case that has been cold for fifteen years.Cross is the only person who can unpick the decades-old murder – after all, who better to decipher the life of a person who society has forgotten than a man who has always felt like an outsider himself?Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, The Dentist is part of the DS George Cross thriller series, which can be read in any order, by the 2025 Crime Writers'' Association Dagger in the Library Award longlistee.ALSO IN THE DS CROSS THRILLER SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR (COMING 2026)CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTERWhy readers love George Cross...''A clever mystery full of tension but also humour and compassion. George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.'' Elly Griffiths''In DS George Cross, Tim Sullivan has created a character who is as endearing as any I''ve ever come across in this genre. His quirks are his gift, and with Sullivan''s tremendous plotting and superb writing, this series is a gift to readers.'' Liz Nugent''The fact that Cross has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder makes him just as intriguing as the murder mystery'' The Times''A British detective for the 21st century who will be hard to forget'' Daily Mail ''A compelling, suspenseful police procedural with an intimate, positive insight into living on the autistic spectrum'' Woman''An excellent, excellent read'' Reader Review

Don''t miss THE BOOKSELLER, the brand new DS Cross Thriller - available now.No fingerprints. No weapon. No witnesses. Can DS Cross prove it was murder?THE DETECTIVEDS George Cross doesn''t rely on guesswork and he has no time for false assumptions. He is a detective who goes off the evidence in front of him, not ''hunches'' or ''gut feelings''. He does not know what these are.THE CLOSED CASEWhen a young woman is found dead, the Bristol Crime Unit is quick to rule it a suicide as the woman had a long history of drug abuse. But her mother is convinced it was murder, saying that her daughter had been clean for years and had been making strides in a new therapy programme.THE ANSWERAs an outsider himself, DS Cross is drawn to cases involving the voiceless and dispossessed and, here, the evidence states that this woman was murdered – Cross just has to prove it. But under pressure from his boss to shut down the case, and with numerous potential suspects, time is rapidly running out to get the answers that this grieving family deserve.Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, The Patient is part of the DS George Cross thriller series, which can be read in any order, by the 2025 Crime Writers'' Association Dagger in the Library Award longlistee.ALSO IN THE DS CROSS THRILLER SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR (COMING 2026)CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTER''In DS George Cross, Tim Sullivan has created a character who is as endearing as any I''ve ever come across in this genre. His quirks are his gift, and with Sullivan''s tremendous plotting and superb writing, this series is a gift to readers.'' Liz NugentWhy readers love George Cross . . .''A clever mystery full of tension but also humour and compassion. George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.'' Elly Griffiths''A British detective for the 21st century who will be hard to forget'' Daily Mail ''A compelling, suspenseful police procedural with an intimate, positive insight into living on the autistic spectrum'' Woman ''Truly wonderful . . . well-developed characters and an absolute star in George Cross!'' Reader Review ''An entirely different type of detective in DS Cross'' Reader Review

Don''t miss THE BOOKSELLER, the brand new DS Cross Thriller - available now.A ransacked room. A dead politician. A burglary gone wrong – or a staged murder?THE DETECTIVEDS George Cross loves puzzles – he''s good at them – and he immediately spots one when he begins investigating the death of former mayor Peggy Frampton. It looks like a burglary that went horribly wrong to most but George can see what others can''t – that this was murder.THE PUZZLEAfter her political career ended, Peggy became a controversial blogger whose forthright opinions attracted a battalion of online trolls. And then there''s her family: an unfaithful husband and a gambling-addicted son. With yet more enemies in her past, the potential suspects are unending.THE SUSPECTSCross must unpick the never-ending list of seedy connections to find her killer – but the sheer number of suspects is clouding his usually impeccable logic. He''s a relentlessly methodical detective, but no case can last forever. And politics can be a dangerous game – especially for people who don''t know the rules . . .Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, The Politician is part of the DS George Cross thriller series, which can be read in any order, by the 2025 Crime Writers'' Association Dagger in the Library Award longlistee.ALSO IN THE DS CROSS THRILLER SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR (COMING 2026)CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTERWhy readers love George Cross . . .''A clever mystery full of tension but also humour and compassion. George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.'' Elly Griffiths''In DS George Cross, Tim Sullivan has created a character who is as endearing as any I''ve ever come across in this genre. His quirks are his gift, and with Sullivan''s tremendous plotting and superb writing, this series is a gift to readers.'' Liz Nugent''Compelling, full of twists and turns, I couldn''t put this down. Sullivan has created a truly original and endearing detective in George Cross.'' Simon McCleave''Really satisfying... With compelling characters and an ending I didn''t guess.'' Faith Martin''True characters, a fresh setting, and a good mystery – this one''s got the lot.'' The Morning Star''We''ve had sleuths on the autistic spectrum before but Sullivan''s copper is among the most distinctive characterisations.'' Financial Times''DS George Cross is as arresting as the cases he solves.'' Richard E GrantWhy readers love George Cross . . . ''The fact that Cross has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder makes him just as intriguing as the murder mystery'' The Times ''A British detective for the 21st century who will be hard to forget'' Daily Mail ''A compelling, suspenseful police procedural with an intimate, positive insight into living on the autistic spectrum'' Woman ''The enigmatic DS Cross is a joy to get to know'' Reader Review ''One hell of a detective'' Reader review

Don''t miss THE BOOKSELLER, the brand new DS Cross Thriller - available now.''George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.'' ELLY GRIFFITHSTo find a murderer, you need a motive . . .THE CASEDS George Cross is called to investigate when the body of a monk is found savagely beaten in a woodland near Bristol.THE QUESTIONNothing is known about Brother Dominic''s past. How can Cross unpick a crime when he doesn''t know anything about the victim? And why would someone want to harm a monk?THE PASTThey learn that Brother Dominic had no enemies – or, at least, none that are obvious. But his past reveals that he was once a wealthy man, that he sacrificed it all for his faith.For a man who has nothing, it seems strange that greed could be the motive for his murder. But greed is a sin after all . . .Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, The Monk is part of the DS George Cross thriller series, which can be read in any order, by the 2025 Crime Writers'' Association Dagger in the Library Award longlistee.ALSO IN THE DS CROSS THRILLER SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR (COMING 2026)CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTER''In DS George Cross, Tim Sullivan has created a character who is as endearing as any I''ve ever come across in this genre. His quirks are his gift, and with Sullivan''s tremendous plotting and superb writing, this series is a gift to readers.'' Liz Nugent''The ultimate conjuring trick: an absorbing plot with an engaging detective I''d follow to the ends of the earth. Just brilliant!'' Marion Todd''A brilliantly old-school detective with a modern twist . . . from the complex emotion of his private life to the razor-sharp detail of the police investigation. Spot on!'' Russ Thomas''Tim Sullivan''s detective, DS George Cross, is autistic. His approach to investigations is unorthodox…he works surprisingly well as a fictional character, processing clues in a way that recalls Poirot''s “little grey cells”.'' Sunday Times''Another tour de force . . . If you''re looking for a great crime series you can''t do much better than this. George Cross is an absolute delight.'' Bishop Stortford IndependentWhy readers love George Cross . . .''Compelling, full of twists and turns, I couldn''t put this down. Sullivan has created a truly original and endearing detective in George Cross.'' Simon McCleave''DS George Cross is as arresting as the cases he solves.'' Richard E Grant''The fact that Cross has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder makes him just as intriguing as the murder mystery'' The Times ''A British detective for the 21st century who will be hard to forget'' Daily Mail ''Can''t wait for the next in the series!'' Reader review

Don't miss THE TAILOR, the brand new mystery in the million-copy-bestselling George Cross series - OUT NOW.'George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.’ ELLY GRIFFITHSA victim with no enemies. A murder with no motive.When the body of a monk is found savagely beaten in woodland near Bristol, DS George Cross discovers that nothing is known about the man’s past.How can he unpick a crime when he doesn't know anything about the victim? And why would someone want to harm a monk?His past reveals that he had no enemies, although George learns he was exceedingly wealthy, that he sacrificed it all for his faith.For a man who has nothing, it seems strange that greed could be the motive for his murder. But greed is a sin after all...Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, The Monk is part of the million-copy-bestselling George Cross Mystery series, which can be read in any order, by the 2026 winner of the Crime Writers' Association Dagger in the Library Award.ALSO IN THIS MILLION-COPY-BESTSELLING SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTERTHE BASKET CASE 'In DS George Cross, Tim Sullivan has created a character who is as endearing as any I’ve ever come across in this genre. His quirks are his gift, and with Sullivan’s tremendous plotting and superb writing, this series is a gift to readers.' Liz Nugent'The ultimate conjuring trick: an absorbing plot with an engaging detective I’d follow to the ends of the earth. Just brilliant!' Marion Todd'A brilliantly old-school detective with a modern twist . . . from the complex emotion of his private life to the razor-sharp detail of the police investigation. Spot on!' Russ Thomas‘Tim Sullivan’s detective, DS George Cross, is autistic. His approach to investigations is unorthodox…he works surprisingly well as a fictional character, processing clues in a way that recalls Poirot’s “little grey cells”.’ Sunday Times‘Another tour de force . . . If you're looking for a great crime series you can't do much better than this. George Cross is an absolute delight.’ Bishop Stortford IndependentWhy readers love George Cross . . .'Compelling, full of twists and turns, I couldn’t put this down. Sullivan has created a truly original and endearing detective in George Cross.' Simon McCleave'DS George Cross is as arresting as the cases he solves.' Richard E Grant'The fact that Cross has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder makes him just as intriguing as the murder mystery' The Times 'A British detective for the 21st century who will be hard to forget' Daily Mail 'Can't wait for the next in the series!' Reader review

Don''t miss THE BOOKSELLER, the brand new DS Cross Thriller - available now.''Every generation has its iconic detective - Holmes, Poirot and Morse - but Cross is emerging as the one for now. Treasure him.'' DAILY MAIL''George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.'' ELLY GRIFFITHS He''s a victim. But is he innocent? THE BODYIn a village in South West England, an elderly man is found dead in his home. The angle of his neck says he fell down the stairs. The stab wound on his body tells a different story.THE EVIDENCEIn the weeks before his murder, Alistair Moreton changed. He usually kept himself to himself, but people swear there was someone in the house when they checked on him, that there was a reason he wouldn''t let them inside.THE PUNISHMENTMoreton made people''s lives a misery, from his neighbours to his ex-pupils. While DS George Cross''s list of suspects is long, every victim deserves justice.But in all of Alistair''s years, there was something important he never learned: If you go through life making enemies, don''t be surprised when they teach you a lesson. Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, The Teacher is part of the DS George Cross thriller series, which can be read in any order, by the 2025 Crime Writers'' Association Dagger in the Library Award longlistee.ALSO IN THE DS CROSS THRILLER SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR (COMING 2026)CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTER ''Starts with a bang and then continues to deliver all the way to the thrilling end.'' IMRAN MAHMOOD''George Cross is in a class of his own.'' SIMON TOYNE''A must-read series.'' THE TIMES''DS George Cross shot to the top of my favourites when I first encountered him. The Teacher shows him at his best.'' MARI HANNAH''George Cross is a superb creation... The Teacher also offers an insightful examination of whether guilt for past deeds has a half-life.'' DOM NOLAN''George Cross is a highly readable creation whose adherence to the rules throws a bright light on the often murky world of policing.'' SARAH HILARY''DS George Cross is a genius creation... Get the whole series and thank me later!'' TREVOR WOOD Why readers love George Cross . . . ''The fact that Cross has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder makes him just as intriguing as the murder mystery'' The Times''I am insanely in love with George Cross.'' Stephen Fry ''A compelling, suspenseful police procedural with an intimate, positive insight into living on the autistic spectrum'' Woman

Don't miss THE TAILOR, the brand new mystery in the million-copy-bestselling George Cross series - OUT NOW.'Every generation has its iconic detective — Holmes, Poirot and Morse — but Cross is emerging as the one for now. Treasure him.' DAILY MAIL'George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.' ELLY GRIFFITHSThe victim’s worst enemy was himself.When an elderly man is found dead in his home, the angle of his neck says he fell down the stairs. The stab wound on his body tells a different story.In the weeks before his murder, Alistair Moreton changed. A recluse by nature, neighbours swear someone was living with him, someone he didn’t want them to see.Moreton spent a lifetime making enemies and now DS George Cross needs to uncover which one finally struck back. Because in all of Alistair's years, there was something important he never learned.If you go through life hurting people, they might well try to teach you a lesson...Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, The Teacher is part of the million-copy-bestselling George Cross Mystery series, which can be read in any order, by the 2026 winner of the Crime Writers' Association Dagger in the Library Award.ALSO IN THIS MILLION-COPY-BESTSELLING SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTERTHE BASKET CASE'Starts with a bang and then continues to deliver all the way to the thrilling end.' IMRAN MAHMOOD'George Cross is in a class of his own.' SIMON TOYNE'A must-read series.' THE TIMES'DS George Cross shot to the top of my favourites when I first encountered him. The Teacher shows him at his best.' MARI HANNAH'George Cross is a superb creation... The Teacher also offers an insightful examination of whether guilt for past deeds has a half-life.' DOM NOLAN'George Cross is a highly readable creation whose adherence to the rules throws a bright light on the often murky world of policing.' SARAH HILARY'DS George Cross is a genius creation... Get the whole series and thank me later!' TREVOR WOODWhy readers love George Cross . . .‘The fact that Cross has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder makes him just as intriguing as the murder mystery’ The Times'I am insanely in love with George Cross.' Stephen Fry‘A compelling, suspenseful police procedural with an intimate, positive insight into living on the autistic spectrum' Woman

Don't miss THE TAILOR, the brand new George Cross Mystery - available to pre-order now.To solve a murder, you need to know your victim.When a ravaged body is discovered on a building site in Bristol, the first job is to identify who the person is. Luckily, DS George Cross is famous for spotting clues that others overlook.George needs a name to stand any chance of solving the murder, and while the man’s identity remains a mystery, a picture is emerging. Faint tan lines and scars on the forearms reveal he was an amateur cyclist who used performance-enhancing drugs.This man was ambitious, someone desperate to win – but at what cost?And who took the final payment?Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, The Cyclist is part of the million-copy-bestselling George Cross Mystery series, which can be read in any order, by the 2025 Crime Writers' Association Dagger in the Library Award longlistee.ALSO IN THIS MILLION-COPY-BESTSELLING SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTERTHE BASKET CASE Why readers love George Cross . . .'A clever mystery full of tension but also humour and compassion. George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.’ Elly Griffiths'In DS George Cross, Tim Sullivan has created a character who is as endearing as any I’ve ever come across in this genre. His quirks are his gift, and with Sullivan’s tremendous plotting and superb writing, this series is a gift to readers.' Liz Nugent'The fact that Cross has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder makes him just as intriguing as the murder mystery' The Times'A British detective for the 21st century who will be hard to forget' Daily Mail 'The plot is meticulously worked out... Can't wait for the next in the series!' Reader review 'I find myself really caring about George and his way of thinking' Reader review 'It's good to believe that somewhere there is a Cross pursuing truth against the odds, and winning' Reader review

Don't miss THE BOOKSELLER, the latest George Cross Mystery - available now.Good detectives notice details. Great detectives connect them.When a weather-beaten body is found on Clifton Downs, the police are quick to dismiss it as a quarrel among the unhoused community.DS George Cross knows how it feels to be overlooked. Unwilling to do the same to others, he sets out to find out what really happened to the dead man.As George learns about a life that slowly unravelled, his investigation leads him to a decades-old murder. The question is how are the two deaths linked – and who killed each victim?If anyone can find the answers, it’s George Cross – a man who has always felt like an outsider himself.Perfect for fans of MW Craven, Ann Cleeves and Joy Ellis, The Dentist is part of the million-copy-bestselling George Cross Mystery series, which can be read in any order, by the 2025 Crime Writers' Association Dagger in the Library Award longlistee.ALSO IN THIS MILLION-COPY-BESTSELLING SERIES#1 THE DENTIST#2 THE CYCLIST#3 THE PATIENT#4 THE POLITICIAN#5 THE MONK#6 THE TEACHER#7 THE BOOKSELLER#8 THE TAILOR (COMING 2026)CROSS CHRONICLE SHORT STORIESTHE LOST BOYSTHE EX-WIFETHE HUNTERTHE BASKET CASE Why readers love George Cross...'A clever mystery full of tension but also humour and compassion. George Cross is becoming one of my favourite detectives.’ Elly Griffiths'In DS George Cross, Tim Sullivan has created a character who is as endearing as any I’ve ever come across in this genre. His quirks are his gift, and with Sullivan’s tremendous plotting and superb writing, this series is a gift to readers.' Liz Nugent'The fact that Cross has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder makes him just as intriguing as the murder mystery' The Times'A British detective for the 21st century who will be hard to forget' Daily Mail 'A compelling, suspenseful police procedural with an intimate, positive insight into living on the autistic spectrum' Woman'An excellent, excellent read' Reader Review