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Pauline Rowson

Pauline Rowson Reading Order

4 series Β· 32 books

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.

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Art Marvik Series

Ongoing

5 books (2015–2025)

Pauline Rowson's Art Marvik series consists of five mystery and thriller novels published between 2015 and 2025, with the sequence still ongoing. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Silent Running (also titled Deadly Waves), followed by Dangerous Cargo, Lost Voyage, Dead Sea (also titled Fatal Depths), and concluding with Lethal Storm. Each entry builds on the previous installment, making sequential reading essential to following the narrative arc.

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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Cover of Silent Running / Deadly Waves
Silent Running / Deadly Waves
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Dead Sea / Fatal Depths
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DI Andy Horton / Solent Murder Mystery Series

Ongoing

19 books (2006–2025)

The DI Andy Horton series follows a detective investigating crimes across England's Solent region and surrounding areas. Beginning with Tide of Death in 2006, this mystery thriller series comprises 19 books published through 2025 and remains ongoing. Each installment, from Deadly Waters to the most recent entries, should be read in publication order to follow the detective's cases and character development. The series draws readers into a maritime setting filled with murders, suspects, and procedural investigation.

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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Cover of Tide of Death / The Portsmouth Murders
Tide of Death / The Portsmouth Murders
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Cover of Deadly Waters / The Langstone Harbour Murders
Deadly Waters / The Langstone Harbour Murders
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Cover of The Suffocating Sea / The Horsea Marina Murders
The Suffocating Sea / The Horsea Marina Murders
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Cover of Dead Man's Wharf / The Royal Hotel Murders
Dead Man's Wharf / The Royal Hotel Murders
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Cover of Blood on the Sand / The Isle of Wight Murders
Blood on the Sand / The Isle of Wight Murders
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Cover of Footsteps on the Shore / The Portchester Castle Murders
Footsteps on the Shore / The Portchester Castle Murders
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Cover of A Killing Coast / The Chale Bay Murders
A Killing Coast / The Chale Bay Murders
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Cover of Death Lies Beneath / The Farlington Marsh Murders
Death Lies Beneath / The Farlington Marsh Murders
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Cover of Death Surge / The Cowes Week Murders
Death Surge / The Cowes Week Murders
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Cover of Undercurrent / The Oyster Quays Murders
Undercurrent / The Oyster Quays Murders
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Cover of Shroud of Evil / The Boathouse Murders
Shroud of Evil / The Boathouse Murders
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Cover of Fatal Catch / The Thorney Island Murders
Fatal Catch / The Thorney Island Murders
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Cover of Lethal Waves / The Guernsey Ferry Murders
Lethal Waves / The Guernsey Ferry Murders
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Cover of Dead Passage / The Rat Island Murders
Dead Passage / The Rat Island Murders
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Cover of A Deadly Wake / The Luccombe Bay Murders
A Deadly Wake / The Luccombe Bay Murders
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The South Binness Murders
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The Hayling Island Murders
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The Chidham Creek Murders
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The Tipner Lake Murders

Inspector Alun Ryga Series

Ongoing

6 books (2019–2026)

The Inspector Alun Ryga series is an ongoing mystery thriller collection comprising five books published between 2019 and 2024. Begin with Death in the Cove and follow the series in publication order, which is Death in the Cove, Death in the Harbour, Death In The Nets, Death in the Dunes, Death On Board, and Death on the Pier. Each installment should be read sequentially to fully experience the detective's evolving cases.

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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Standalone Novels Series

Complete

2 books (2006–2007)

Pauline Rowson's standalone mystery and thriller novels should be read in publication order, beginning with In Cold Daylight and continuing with In for the Kill. This complete two-book series was published between 2006 and 2007. Each novel stands alone but benefits from being read sequentially as published.

Start with In Cold Daylight and read in order.

Start this series with In Cold Daylight

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Pauline Rowson written?
Pauline Rowson has written 32 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2006 to 2026.
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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