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Pauline Rowson

Pauline Rowson Reading Order

4 series · 31 books

Mystery & Thriller

Pauline Rowson is a British crime novelist who has crafted over thirty mysteries spanning multiple detective series since 2006. Her work ranges from the water-based investigations of Art Marvik to the procedural cases handled by DI Andy Horton along England's Solent coast, complemented by standalone thrillers and the Inspector Alun Ryga series. Known for intricate plots and atmospheric settings, Rowson blends traditional mystery conventions with contemporary crime fiction elements across her prolific body of work.

Art Marvik Series

Ongoing

5 books (2015–2025)

Start with Silent Running / Deadly Waves, the first of 5 books in the Art Marvik series.

Start this series with Silent Running / Deadly Waves

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Silent Running / Deadly Waves
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Dangerous Cargo
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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4
Dead Sea / Fatal Depths
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
Lethal Storm
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

DI Andy Horton / Solent Murder Mystery Series

Ongoing

19 books (2006–2025)

Start with Tide of Death / The Portsmouth Murders, the first of 19 books in the DI Andy Horton / Solent Murder Mystery series.

Start this series with Tide of Death / The Portsmouth Murders

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Tide of Death / The Portsmouth Murders
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Deadly Waters / The Langstone Harbour Murders
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Cover of The Suffocating Sea / The Horsea Marina Murders
The Suffocating Sea / The Horsea Marina Murders
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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Dead Man's Wharf / The Royal Hotel Murders
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
Cover of Blood on the Sand / The Isle of Wight Murders
Blood on the Sand / The Isle of Wight Murders
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
Cover of Footsteps on the Shore / The Portchester Castle Murders
Footsteps on the Shore / The Portchester Castle Murders
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
Cover of A Killing Coast / The Chale Bay Murders
A Killing Coast / The Chale Bay Murders
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
Cover of Death Lies Beneath / The Farlington Marsh Murders
Death Lies Beneath / The Farlington Marsh Murders
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
Cover of Death Surge / The Cowes Week Murders
Death Surge / The Cowes Week Murders
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
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Undercurrent / The Oyster Quays Murders
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
Cover of Shroud of Evil / The Boathouse Murders
Shroud of Evil / The Boathouse Murders
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
Cover of Fatal Catch / The Thorney Island Murders
Fatal Catch / The Thorney Island Murders
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13
Cover of Lethal Waves / The Guernsey Ferry Murders
Lethal Waves / The Guernsey Ferry Murders
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14
Cover of Dead Passage / The Rat Island Murders
Dead Passage / The Rat Island Murders
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15
Cover of A Deadly Wake / The Luccombe Bay Murders
A Deadly Wake / The Luccombe Bay Murders
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16
The South Binness Murders
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
17
The Hayling Island Murders
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18
The Chidham Creek Murders
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
19
The Tipner Lake Murders
2025Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Inspector Alun Ryga Series

Ongoing

5 books (2019–2024)

Start with Death in the Cove, the first of 5 books in the Inspector Alun Ryga series.

Start this series with Death in the Cove

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Death in the Cove
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Death in the Harbour
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Death In The Nets
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Death in the Dunes
2023Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
Death On Board
2024Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

2 books (2006–2007)

Start with In Cold Daylight and read in order.

Start this series with In Cold Daylight

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1
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In Cold Daylight
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
In for the Kill
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Pauline Rowson written?
Pauline Rowson has written 31 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2006 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Pauline Rowson series?
Here are the first books in Pauline Rowson's series: Art Marvik: Silent Running / Deadly Waves; DI Andy Horton / Solent Murder Mystery: Tide of Death / The Portsmouth Murders; Inspector Alun Ryga: Death in the Cove.
What order should I read Pauline Rowson's books?
We recommend reading Pauline Rowson's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Pauline Rowson still writing new books?
Yes, Pauline Rowson has 3 ongoing series: Art Marvik, DI Andy Horton / Solent Murder Mystery, Inspector Alun Ryga.

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