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What a fool I’ve been not to have read Peter James until The Hawk is Dead. A great story -- James Patterson, bestselling author of the Alex Cross series I’ve never read a detective novel before but what better place to start than this thumping new thriller from Peter James . . . Fast-paced and gripping, I couldn’t put it down! -- Alexandra Potter, bestselling author of Confessions of a Forty-Something Peter James is one of the best crime writers in the business -- Karin Slaughter, bestselling 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, bestselling author of the Jack Reacher series The Hawk Is Dead is classic Peter James, combining the trademark intricate plotting of his acclaimed Roy Grace series with a fascinating, behind-the-scenes exploration of life within the royal household -- Rachel Abbott, bestselling author of the Tom Douglas series  Ruthlessly efficient entertainment. Pedigree fun * The Times * One of the world's most popular detective series * The Guardian * A typically clever and convoluted central mystery -- <i>Daily Mirror</i> on <i>Left You Dead</i> The Hawk Is Dead is classic Peter James, combining the trademark intricate plotting of his acclaimed Roy Grace series with a fascinating, behind-the-scenes exploration of life within the royal household. -- Rachel Abbott, author of <i>Whatever It Takes</i>

Ruthlessly efficient entertainment. Pedigree fun * The Times * Peter James is one of the best British crime writers, and therefore one of the best in the world * Lee Child * Peter James is one of the best crime writers in the business * Karin Slaughter * One of the world's most popular detective series * The Guardian * A typically clever and convoluted central mystery -- <i>Daily Mirror</i> on <i>Left You Dead</i>

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Peter James is a UK No.1 bestselling author, best known for his Detective Superintendent Roy Grace series, now a hit ITV drama starring John Simm as the troubled Brighton copper. Much loved by crime and thriller fans for his fast-paced page-turners full of unexpected plot twists, sinister characters, and accurate portrayal of modern day policing, he has won over 40 awards for his work including the WHSmith Best Crime Author of All Time Award and Crime Writers’ Association Diamond Dagger. In 2024, it was announced that he is the creator of Her Majesty Queen Camilla's favourite fictional detective. To date, Peter has written an impressive total of 20 Sunday Times No. 1s, sold over 21 million copies worldwide and been translated into 38 languages. His books are also often adapted for the stage, with his six stage shows grossing over £17 million at the box office – the most recent being Wish You Were Dead.

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