Peter James’s Roy Grace series

Uncover the dark side of Brighton with Peter James’s Roy Grace series, the internationally bestselling crime novels featuring Detective Superintendent Roy Grace. Known for his sharp instincts, compassion, and relentless pursuit of justice, Grace tackles complex cases involving murder, missing persons, and organised crime, often haunted by the mysterious disappearance of his own wife.

From the chilling debut Dead Simple to the latest thrillers, the Roy Grace novels combine gritty police procedural detail, psychological suspense, and shocking twists. Peter James’s meticulous research and authentic storytelling have made this series a modern classic of British crime fiction, adapted into the hit TV drama Grace.

Perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, Val McDermid, and Michael Connelly, the Roy Grace books are a must-read for anyone who loves tense, character-driven detective fiction set against a vivid coastal backdrop.