Today we are excited to release an exquisitely written and page-turning crime mystery, full of memorable characters, breathtaking twists and turns, and with a side helping of fascinating archaeological intrigue.
Roy Lewis's MURDER IN THE SOUTH OF FRANCE is out now for £1.99 | $3.99 and is the perfect intriguing mystery read for fans of Elly Griffiths, Peter James, Joy Ellis, or Damien Boyd.
Something horrific washes up on the banks of the Tyne. The headless torso of a small boy.
His identity is a mystery that has the police baffled, and he won’t be the only victim to die this way. Other torsos turn up in Finland, the Netherlands — and now the scenic green hills of southern France?
Arnold arrives in the ancient city of Carcassonne on the trail of Roman treasure. He hopes the trip will bring him closer to his sultry, unattainable boss. Instead, he finds himself in a world of danger.
A briefcase falls into Arnold’s possession, filled with a mine of explosive evidence just waiting to ignite.
Could it all lead back to the Northumberland child killer?
OUT NOW
UK £1.99: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0B15KYW55
US $3.99: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B15KYW55
CA $3.99: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0B15KYW55
AU $3.99: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0B15KYW55
Are you seeking an enticing new mystery series, filled with first-rate characters, and breathtaking twists and turns?
Then meet Arnold Landon, mild-mannered history buff turned amateur sleuth.
“The skilful Mr Lewis has made Arnold Landon an unforgettable character.” New York Times
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Originally published as Headhunter.
Something horrific washes up on the banks of the Tyne. The headless torso of a small boy.
His identity is a mystery that has the police baffled, and he won’t be the only victim to die this way.
Other torsos turn up in Finland, the Netherlands — and now the scenic green hills of southern France?
Arnold arrives in the ancient city of Carcassonne on the trail of Roman treasure.
He hopes the trip will bring him closer to his sultry, unattainable boss. Instead, he finds himself in a world of danger.
A briefcase falls into Arnold’s possession, filled with a mine of explosive evidence just waiting to ignite.
Could it all lead back to the Northumberland child killer?
Arnold came to France in search of an ancient burial site. But he may be about to uncover a grave that contains rather more recent remains.
Fans of Elly Griffiths, Peter James, P.D. James, Joy Ellis, Damien Boyd, Helen H. Durrant, J.D. Kirk, Bill Kitson and Peter Robinson will devour this intriguing mystery.
WHAT EVERYONE IS SAYING ABOUT THE ARNOLD LANDON MYSTERIES:
“Assembling layer upon layer of details . . . Lewis brings an insidious cleverness to his latest offering . . . canny enough to keep us enthralled.” Publishers Weekly
“A pleasure to pick up.” Irish Times
“Right atmosphere of menace in this highly charged mystery.” Booklist
“This intelligent, nicely textured mystery gathers speed and races to a thrilling conclusion.” Kirkus
“Good Northern atmosphere and neatly satisfying plot.” Times Literary Supplement
“Always a good read.” Berys
THE DETECTIVE
Planning Officer Arnold Landon is inhibited and painfully aware of his lack of academic credentials. He lives in the North East of England and as self-taught archaeologist he confounds academic experts with his detailed knowledge, which involves him in a local murder. His expertise brings him promotion to the Archaeology Department where he meets frustration, which he nevertheless overcomes by making important discoveries of ancient artefacts while playing a leading role in solving local crimes. A succession of opportunities for further promotion pass him by because of his desire to remain in touch with the detailed history of sites in Northumberland and this leads to more conflict, first with his inadequate superior and then with the stunningly beautiful Karen Stannard and, later in his career, the Italian archaeologist Carmela Cacciatore.
ARNOLD LANDON SERIES
Book 1: MURDER IN THE BARN
Book 2: MURDER IN THE MANOR
Book 3: MURDER IN THE FARMHOUSE
Book 4: MURDER IN THE STABLEYARD
Book 5: MURDER IN THE CHURCH
Book 6: MURDER IN THE HOUSE
Book 7: MURDER IN THE TOWER
Book 8: MURDER UNDER THE BRIDGE
Book 9: MURDER BY THE QUAY
Book 10: MURDER AT THE FOLLY
Book 11: MURDER IN THE FIELD
Book 12: MURDER IN THE COTTAGE
Book 13: MURDER AT HAGGBURN HALL
Book 14: MURDER ON THE GOLF COURSE
Book 15: MURDER ON THE DAWN PRINCESS
Book 16: MURDER IN WOLFCLEUGH WOODS
Book 17: MURDER AT ABBEY HEAD
Book 18: MURDER IN THE SOUTH OF FRANCE
Then meet Arnold Landon, mild-mannered history buff turned amateur sleuth.
“The skilful Mr Lewis has made Arnold Landon an unforgettable character.” New York Times
____________________
Originally published as Headhunter.
Something horrific washes up on the banks of the Tyne. The headless torso of a small boy.
His identity is a mystery that has the police baffled, and he won’t be the only victim to die this way.
Other torsos turn up in Finland, the Netherlands — and now the scenic green hills of southern France?
Arnold arrives in the ancient city of Carcassonne on the trail of Roman treasure.
He hopes the trip will bring him closer to his sultry, unattainable boss. Instead, he finds himself in a world of danger.
A briefcase falls into Arnold’s possession, filled with a mine of explosive evidence just waiting to ignite.
Could it all lead back to the Northumberland child killer?
Arnold came to France in search of an ancient burial site. But he may be about to uncover a grave that contains rather more recent remains.
Fans of Elly Griffiths, Peter James, P.D. James, Joy Ellis, Damien Boyd, Helen H. Durrant, J.D. Kirk, Bill Kitson and Peter Robinson will devour this intriguing mystery.
WHAT EVERYONE IS SAYING ABOUT THE ARNOLD LANDON MYSTERIES:
“Assembling layer upon layer of details . . . Lewis brings an insidious cleverness to his latest offering . . . canny enough to keep us enthralled.” Publishers Weekly
“A pleasure to pick up.” Irish Times
“Right atmosphere of menace in this highly charged mystery.” Booklist
“This intelligent, nicely textured mystery gathers speed and races to a thrilling conclusion.” Kirkus
“Good Northern atmosphere and neatly satisfying plot.” Times Literary Supplement
“Always a good read.” Berys
THE DETECTIVE
Planning Officer Arnold Landon is inhibited and painfully aware of his lack of academic credentials. He lives in the North East of England and as self-taught archaeologist he confounds academic experts with his detailed knowledge, which involves him in a local murder. His expertise brings him promotion to the Archaeology Department where he meets frustration, which he nevertheless overcomes by making important discoveries of ancient artefacts while playing a leading role in solving local crimes. A succession of opportunities for further promotion pass him by because of his desire to remain in touch with the detailed history of sites in Northumberland and this leads to more conflict, first with his inadequate superior and then with the stunningly beautiful Karen Stannard and, later in his career, the Italian archaeologist Carmela Cacciatore.
ARNOLD LANDON SERIES
Book 1: MURDER IN THE BARN
Book 2: MURDER IN THE MANOR
Book 3: MURDER IN THE FARMHOUSE
Book 4: MURDER IN THE STABLEYARD
Book 5: MURDER IN THE CHURCH
Book 6: MURDER IN THE HOUSE
Book 7: MURDER IN THE TOWER
Book 8: MURDER UNDER THE BRIDGE
Book 9: MURDER BY THE QUAY
Book 10: MURDER AT THE FOLLY
Book 11: MURDER IN THE FIELD
Book 12: MURDER IN THE COTTAGE
Book 13: MURDER AT HAGGBURN HALL
Book 14: MURDER ON THE GOLF COURSE
Book 15: MURDER ON THE DAWN PRINCESS
Book 16: MURDER IN WOLFCLEUGH WOODS
Book 17: MURDER AT ABBEY HEAD
Book 18: MURDER IN THE SOUTH OF FRANCE
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