Alison Golden

Grace Dagnall

A historic castle. A beautiful wedding. A dead groom. Former big city cop, Inspector David Graham, is now leading a small group of officers in the tiny coastal village of Gorey. One Sunday morning, as he walks around the imposing Orgueil castle, Graham's peaceful life comes to a shuddering halt when he finds a woman kneeling beside the body of a stricken man. As the woman's screams ring out, Graham is there to assist - and to start gathering clues. Was it suicide? An accident? Or something far more nefarious? Questions lead to trails that send the team digging through the history of not only the affected families, but the castle itself where a quartet of talented musicians have seemingly vanished. Monolithic in size and secrets, Orgueil Castle may reveal answers in the strangest.... and deepest ways possible. With one dead, four missing, and many long-buried family secrets, Inspector David Graham wonders if there is enough tea to see him through it all. Interview with the Creator of the series Q - So, what makes the Inspector David Graham series special? A - When I set out to write these books, I wanted to create something that played like a movie in the reader's mind. They are books with action, but also soul. They are ensemble pieces containing regular characters that are well drawn with strong personalities, humor and some tragedy. The Inspector David Graham books feel, to me, like good friends that never let me down. Every time we sit down to plan the books, I love to find out what the characters are going to get up to next! The Inspector David Graham books are a great mix of genres. They sit firmly in the cozy mystery category and are set on the beautiful island of Jersey in the English Channel between Britain and France. They feature a British detective who is part-Sherlock Holmes, part-Poirot, and, of course, uniquely himself. Q - In what order should I read the books? The Inspector David Graham cozy mysteries can be read, and enjoyed, in any order. The Case of the Screaming Beauty is a prequel to the other books in the series and, unlike the later books, is set on the mainland. All the books are complete mysteries. I've made sure not to include any spoilers for those who are new to the characters and any existing fans of Graham's adventures will still find plenty of fresh action and mystery as well as perhaps a few answers. All in all, there is something for everyone. If you do want to read them in order, I'd suggest the following sequence: The Case of the Screaming Beauty (prequel) The Case of the Hidden Flame The Case of the Fallen Hero Q - Why should readers give these books a try? A - Because the Inspector Graham series is a gentle, but colorful romp through the wealthy but isolated English island, a place that is picturesque and peaceful but one filled with amoral and snobbish eccentrics with all kinds of vices. Graham is a complex character who is intriguing from the get-go and yet evolves throughout the series while his sidekicks are worthy, interesting characters in their own right. We feature many English countryside rituals, institutions and customs in these stories. Thanks for reading! Inspector David Graham Book Categories Cozy Mysteries Mystery Series British Detectives Small Town Mysteries Humorous Cozy Mysteries Traditional British International Mystery and Crime

An Inspector David Graham Cozy Mystery

The Case of the Fallen Hero

Detective Inspector David Graham has just arrived on the island of Jersey, taking over a rag tag team of questionable commitment and skill at the Gorey Constabulary, a team that he is supposed to lead and develop into a cohesive investigative unit. Within minutes, his first challenge presents itself when ex-soldier, Colonel Graves, finds a dead body on the beach. As the military man kneels down, he discovers it is his soon-to-be fiancé half buried in the sand. In a small resort like Gorey, this event is monumental, and almost unheard of. The rumors swirl yet it is the new Detective Inspector's job, with a bag still packed and travel dust on his shoes, to ferret out the clues and solve the case...while bringing his team along to assist. With a Sherlock soul, The Case of the Hidden Flame packs humor and intrigue onto a small island of eccentric characters, roiling sea undercurrents, and deceptive coincidences - all accompanied by a fine cup of tea. Interview with the Creator of the Series Q - So, what makes the Inspector David Graham series special? A - When I set out to write these books, I wanted to create something that played like a movie in the reader's mind. They are books with action, but also soul. They are ensemble pieces containing regular characters that are well drawn with strong personalities, humor and some tragedy. The Inspector David Graham books feel, to me, like good friends that never let me down. Every time we sit down to plan the books, I love to find out what the characters are going to get up to next! The Inspector David Graham books are a great mix of genres. They sit firmly in the cozy mystery category and are set on the beautiful island of Jersey in the English Channel between Britain and France. They feature a British detective who is part-Sherlock Holmes, part-Poirot, and, of course, uniquely himself. Q - In what order should I read the books? A - The Inspector David Graham cozy mysteries can be read, and enjoyed, in any order. The Case of the Hidden Flame is book two in the series and is set on Jersey just as Inspector Graham takes up his new post. All the books are complete mysteries. There is a prequel, The Case of the Screaming Beauty, that provides background to the series. I've made sure not to include any spoilers in it for those who are new to the characters and any existing fans of Graham's adventures will still find plenty of fresh action and mystery as well as perhaps a few answers. If you do want to read them in order, I'd suggest the following sequence: The Case of the Screaming Beauty (prequel) The Case of the Hidden Flame The Case of the Fallen Hero Q - Why should readers give these books a try? A - Because the Inspector Graham series is a gentle, but colorful romp through the wealthy but isolated English island, a place that is picturesque and peaceful but one filled with amoral and snobbish eccentrics who possess all kinds of vices. Graham is a complex character who is intriguing from the get-go and yet evolves throughout the series while his sidekicks are worthy, interesting characters in their own right. We feature many English countryside rituals, institutions and customs in these stories. Ultimately, readers who enjoy gentle pacing with a plot that twists and turns, features much fun, drama, quintessential British-ness, and, of course, small town murder all the way to the end will get a kick out of this series. Thanks for reading! Inspector David Graham Book Categories: Cozy Mysteries Mystery Series British Detectives Small Town Mysteries Humorous Cozy Mysteries Traditional British International Mystery and Crime

The Case of the Hidden Flame

A missing girl. A broken doll. Dark, deviant secrets. When 15-year-old Beth Ridley vanished on her way to school, it was a mystery that baffled and shocked the small community of Gorey, Jersey. A leg torn from a doll she was carrying was the solitary clue as to what happened that day. Now, on the tenth anniversary of her disappearance, Detective Inspector Graham is taking another look at the case. His Sherlockian tendencies are set alight. What he finds will rock the town, stirring memories long buried and forgotten. There are painful truths to face. And what of Beth? Can Graham discover what happened? Could she still be alive? Buy this book because it's good.

The Case of the Broken Doll

A missing scientist. A dark and stormy night. A secret worth killing for...When a devastating hurricane surges toward the quiet island of Jersey, Detective Inspector Graham quickly finds his life turned upside down. Forced to abandon his latest attempt at romance, the brilliant but reclusive Inspector barely manages to rescue a local couple from the rising waters before he finds himself embroiled in new mystery... In the wake of the storm, the body of a missing scientist washes ashore. When the autopsy indicates murder, Graham wastes no time getting down to business. And there's no shortage of suspects to investigate. A suspicious lover, a clan of angry fishermen, an outraged animal activist... who knew studying sharks could be so dangerous? As the clues and motives pile up, Graham is forced to cancel yet another date. A crime this diabolical takes teamwork to solve, and the Inspector enlists the aid of his three loyal and beloved officers. But are four heads really better than one? Only a single thing is certain; a killer still lurks off Jersey's windswept shores. And if Graham and his team can't apprehend the culprit soon, the Inspector's love life may be the next victim...

The Case of the Pretty Lady

An undercover detective. A tragic mistake. The past returns to haunt the inspector... Plagued by devastating memories, Detective Inspector David Graham moved to the island of Jersey to put his past behind him. But he can't seem to escape the shadow of anger and guilt clouding his heart. When an undercover cop confides in Graham that her cover is blown, he uncharacteristically underreacts. Soon afterward, she is killed, and Graham's feelings of guilt bubble to the surface. If only he had done more... The dogged inspector suspects foul play, but he'll have to tread lightly to avoid alerting the killers and ruining the dead officer's investigation. Can Inspector Graham and his team solve the crime before more damage is done? And will the inspector finally put his ghosts to rest? The Case of the Forsaken Child is a fiendishly clever whodunnit, with twists you won't see coming, and characters you'll grow to love. Don't delay! Buy your copy today because you don't want to have any regrets.

The Case of the Forsaken Child

Have you met Inspector David Graham? Graham is a Detective Inspector with London's Metropolitan police force. He's a career police officer, an educated, reserved, thoughtful, some might say, complex man. He has suffered tragedy in his life that serves to exaggerate his more introspective characteristics and, like many of us, has to look his demons in the eye from time to time and make tough choices. This box set contains the first four mysteries in this bestselling series: The Case of the Screaming Beauty: Detective Inspector Graham is still reeling from a tragedy of his own when he is called into investigate a murder at the prestigious Lavender Bed and Breakfast. It has a rich, Tudor atmosphere, an enviously manicured lawn... And a deadly problem. The Case of the Hidden Flame: Inspector David Graham is hoping for peace and quiet when he leaves city life behind for a quaint island village - but a suspicious death soon derails his plans. Will eccentric characters, roiling sea undercurrents, and deceptive coincidences unravel to reveal the secrets of his latest mystery? The Case of the Fallen Hero: As he walks around the imposing Orgueil castle, Graham's peaceful life comes to a shuddering halt when he finds a woman kneeling beside the body of a stricken man. Does the castle hold clues to the puzzle? The Case of the Broken Doll: A missing girl. A broken doll. Dark, deviant secrets. What Inspector finds as he investigates will rock the town, stirring memories long buried and forgotten. There are painful truths to face. Can he uncover what happened? Could the missing schoolgirl still be alive? What Amazon readers are saying: "Character development was superb." "I literally could not put this book down." "Inspector Graham is right up there with some of the icons of British mysteries." "The scenery description, characterization, and fabulous portrayal of the hotel on the hill are all layered into a great English trifle." "These books certainly have the potential to become a PBS series with the likeable character of Inspector Graham and his fellow officers." "DI Graham is wonderful and his old school way of doing things, charming." "I know I have a winner of a book when I toss and turn at night worrying about how the characters are doing." "I really enjoyed the surprise twists at the end." "Just finished it early this morning! What a great story!" "Sweet, emotionally honest, with a lot of backbone in the characters and the writing." "Please never end the series." Start The Inspector Graham Mysteries, a series you won't want to put down!

The Inspector Graham Mysteries: Books 1-4

Inspector David Graham is back! Graham's a career police officer, with a tragic past. His quiet, thoughtful exterior hides a complex mind, and a fierce determination to see justice done. Like many of us, sometimes he has to look his demons in the eye, to keep fighting the good fight. This digital box set contains the fifth, sixth, and seventh mysteries in this best-selling series: The Case of the Missing Letter: The priceless Satterthwaite Desk has found its way to the island of Jersey and is on display at the local museum. When a dead body turns up on the museum's grounds, a turbulent family drama becomes an official police inquiry. Detective Inspector Graham, along with his recently lauded investigative team, must untangle the mystery. But the trail of scandal and deceit soon spills out of the museum, and leads into the darkest corners of the island and beyond. The Case of the Pretty Lady: When a devastating hurricane surges toward the quiet island of Jersey, Detective Inspector Graham quickly finds his life turned upside down. In the wake of the storm, the body of a missing scientist washes ashore. A crime this diabolical takes teamwork to solve, and the Inspector enlists the aid of his three loyal and beloved officers. But are four heads really better than one? The Case of the Forsaken Child: Plagued by devastating memories, Detective Inspector David Graham can't seem to escape the shadow of anger and guilt clouding his heart. When an undercover cop confides in Graham that her cover is blown, he uncharacteristically underreacts. Soon afterward, when she is killed in a hit-and-run, Graham's feelings of guilt bubble to the surface. If only he had done more... Grab a hot cup of tea and dive into this boxed set quintessentially British mystery series today. What readers are saying: ★★★★★ "Alison Golden definitely knows how to develop a complex story and keep your interest from beginning to end." ★★★★★ "If, like me, you enjoy clever plots and detection work with minimum blood and gore then these books are definitely for you." ★★★★★ "Alison Golden is a terrific writer. The plots and characters in her books are well-drawn and airtight, but what truly sets her apart from the rest is her ability to turn descriptions and explanations into something approaching poetry." ★★★★★ "This book actually has multiple mysteries going on simultaneously, which adds to the overall intrigue in the story." ★★★★★ "The Case of the Missing Letter is full of twists and turns that will grab your attention and keep you guessing until the end. There is so much going on in the pages of this book that there is never a dull moment." ★★★★★ "Whether this is your first or sixth book read in this series, you are in for a great story, several storylines to decipher and continuing development of the delightful characters who live in Gorey." ★★★★★ "Descriptions of the adventures, from murder to affairs to mischievousness held my interest. Hoping for more as I'll miss this group of crime fighters!" ★★★★★ "I think I am in love with inspector David Graham and his way of thinking. Every case is fantastic!" ★★★★★ "Alison is one of my favorite authors. All of her stories keep you guessing and are so well-written you can see that the people and the landscape in your mind." ★★★★★ "With every release, I love the Inspector David Graham series even more. The Case of the Pretty Lady, with a title right out of Perry Mason, is no exception." ★★★★★ "This is definitely the best Inspector Graham book yet. The author intertwines 3 different mysteries that kept me guessing right up until the end. This is a great series with characters that are very real and engaging."

Grace Dagnall

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