Solomon Carter Books in Order
See Solomon Carter books in order with quick summaries, series guides, and starting points, plus background on his main detectives and thrillers.
Last updated: June 7, 2026
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Publication Order
134 books
Crossing The Line
by Solomon Carter
2014
PI Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley take a case on the Essex coast, and it turns darker than promised. Secrets surface fast, and the pair have to stay alive long enough to finish.
Divide and Rule
by Solomon Carter
2014
Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley chase answers that others will not touch. Each lead exposes local secrets, and the danger grows until the case feels personal.
Long Time Dying
by Solomon Carter
2014
PI Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley take a case on the Essex coast, and it turns darker than promised. Secrets surface fast, and the pair have to stay alive long enough to finish.
Never Back Down
by Solomon Carter
2014
Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley chase answers that others will not touch. Each lead exposes local secrets, and the danger grows until the case feels personal.
One Mile Deep
by Solomon Carter
2014
Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley chase answers that others will not touch. Each lead exposes local secrets, and the danger grows until the case feels personal.
Out With A Bang
by Solomon Carter
2014
PI Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley take a case on the Essex coast, and it turns darker than promised. Secrets surface fast, and the pair have to stay alive long enough to finish.
All That Glitters
by Solomon Carter
2015
Simon, the Mask in black and gold, goes after predators and profiteers, and the retaliation escalates. Every victory attracts a bigger enemy, and the line between justice and revenge blurs.
Behind The Mask
by Solomon Carter
2015
PI Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley take a case on the Essex coast, and it turns darker than promised. Secrets surface fast, and the pair have to stay alive long enough to finish.
Better The Devil
by Solomon Carter
2015
PI Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley take a case on the Essex coast, and it turns darker than promised. Secrets surface fast, and the pair have to stay alive long enough to finish.
Black and Gold
by Solomon Carter
2015
Simon becomes the Mask, a vigilante in black and gold, after violence on his estate pushes him past the edge. With Jess beside him, he targets predators and gangs, and draws attention from powerful enemies.
In The Crossfire
by Solomon Carter
2015
Simon, the Mask in black and gold, goes after predators and profiteers, and the retaliation escalates. Every victory attracts a bigger enemy, and the line between justice and revenge blurs.
Lucky For Some
by Solomon Carter
2015
PI Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley take a case on the Essex coast, and it turns darker than promised. Secrets surface fast, and the pair have to stay alive long enough to finish.
On Borrowed Time
by Solomon Carter
2015
Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley chase answers that others will not touch. Each lead exposes local secrets, and the danger grows until the case feels personal.
Only Live Once
by Solomon Carter
2015
Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley chase answers that others will not touch. Each lead exposes local secrets, and the danger grows until the case feels personal.
Relentless
by Solomon Carter
2015
The Mask pushes his vigilante crusade further, hitting criminals who think they are untouchable. The backlash is swift, and Simon and Jess are forced to fight smarter, not louder.
Smash and Grab
by Solomon Carter
2015
The Mask pushes his vigilante crusade further, hitting criminals who think they are untouchable. The backlash is swift, and Simon and Jess are forced to fight smarter, not louder.
The Dark Tide
by Solomon Carter
2015
Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley chase answers that others will not touch. Each lead exposes local secrets, and the danger grows until the case feels personal.
The Dirty Game
by Solomon Carter
2015
PI Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley take a case on the Essex coast, and it turns darker than promised. Secrets surface fast, and the pair have to stay alive long enough to finish.
The Gate Crashers
by Solomon Carter
2015
The Mask pushes his vigilante crusade further, hitting criminals who think they are untouchable. The backlash is swift, and Simon and Jess are forced to fight smarter, not louder.
Between The Lines
by Solomon Carter
2016
The Company moves when official channels fail. Jenna Royal and her team take on a mission where secrecy is survival, and the enemy may be closer than they think.
Don't Go Gently
by Solomon Carter
2016
A personal vendetta turns into a risky investigation as Roberts and Bradley chase the truth for their client. Each answer raises the stakes, and the people involved fight back.
Final Payload
by Solomon Carter
2016
A covert operation spirals into a wider conspiracy, forcing the Company to improvise under pressure. Trust frays, time runs out, and the next mistake could be fatal.
Flesh and Blood
by Solomon Carter
2016
Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley take on a fresh case file packed with lies and danger. As the pressure rises, their instincts, and their loyalty, are pushed to the limit.
Flesh and Blood 2
by Solomon Carter
2016
Another investigation lands on Roberts and Bradley's desk, and it comes with secrets people will kill to keep. The duo follows the evidence, even when it points somewhere ugly.
Flesh and Blood 3
by Solomon Carter
2016
Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley take on a fresh case file packed with lies and danger. As the pressure rises, their instincts, and their loyalty, are pushed to the limit.
Flesh and Blood 4
by Solomon Carter
2016
Another investigation lands on Roberts and Bradley's desk, and it comes with secrets people will kill to keep. The duo follows the evidence, even when it points somewhere ugly.
Flesh and Blood 5
by Solomon Carter
2016
Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley take on a fresh case file packed with lies and danger. As the pressure rises, their instincts, and their loyalty, are pushed to the limit.
Freedom Square
by Solomon Carter
2016
Operative Jenna Royal is thrown into chaos in Eastern Europe as riots build and loyalties fracture. Hunting a traitor, and the sister who betrayed her, she races to stop a plan with region-wide consequences.
Freedom Square 2
by Solomon Carter
2016
Jenna Royal is thrown into a fast-moving Eastern European crisis of riots, spies, and shifting loyalties. Working with the Company, she races to stop a plot before it tips into war.
Freedom Square 3
by Solomon Carter
2016
The mission escalates for Jenna Royal and her allies as betrayal surfaces and the pressure spikes. In the field, one wrong decision can turn a covert job into a public disaster.
Freedom Square 4
by Solomon Carter
2016
Jenna Royal is thrown into a fast-moving Eastern European crisis of riots, spies, and shifting loyalties. Working with the Company, she races to stop a plot before it tips into war.
Freedom Square 5
by Solomon Carter
2016
The mission escalates for Jenna Royal and her allies as betrayal surfaces and the pressure spikes. In the field, one wrong decision can turn a covert job into a public disaster.
Luck and Judgment
by Solomon Carter
2016
Gail Everett hires Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley to uncover the truth about who ruined her father's life. The deeper they dig, the more dangerous the past becomes in the present.
Opening Shots
by Solomon Carter
2016
The Company moves when official channels fail. Jenna Royal and her team take on a mission where secrecy is survival, and the enemy may be closer than they think.
Rack and Ruin
by Solomon Carter
2016
Another investigation lands on Roberts and Bradley's desk, and it comes with secrets people will kill to keep. The duo follows the evidence, even when it points somewhere ugly.
Rack and Ruin 2
by Solomon Carter
2016
Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley take on a fresh case file packed with lies and danger. As the pressure rises, their instincts, and their loyalty, are pushed to the limit.
Rack and Ruin 3
by Solomon Carter
2016
Another investigation lands on Roberts and Bradley's desk, and it comes with secrets people will kill to keep. The duo follows the evidence, even when it points somewhere ugly.
Rack and Ruin 4
by Solomon Carter
2016
Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley take on a fresh case file packed with lies and danger. As the pressure rises, their instincts, and their loyalty, are pushed to the limit.
Rack and Ruin 5
by Solomon Carter
2016
Another investigation lands on Roberts and Bradley's desk, and it comes with secrets people will kill to keep. The duo follows the evidence, even when it points somewhere ugly.
Santiago
by Solomon Carter
2016
The Company's next assignment takes Jenna Royal, Eva Roberts, and Dan Bradley to Santiago. A local operation turns into a wider threat, forcing them to act fast with limited support and no room for mistakes.
The Last Line
by Solomon Carter
2016
When the official channels cannot be trusted, the Company becomes the last line of defence. Jenna Royal takes on a covert mission where loyalty, revenge, and national security collide, and the margin for error is tiny.
The Persuaders
by Solomon Carter
2016
Simon, the Mask in black and gold, goes after predators and profiteers, and the retaliation escalates. Every victory attracts a bigger enemy, and the line between justice and revenge blurs.
The Sharp End
by Solomon Carter
2016
Gail Everett hires Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley to uncover the truth about who ruined her father's life. The deeper they dig, the more dangerous the past becomes in the present.
Truth Be Damned
by Solomon Carter
2016
A personal vendetta turns into a risky investigation as Roberts and Bradley chase the truth for their client. Each answer raises the stakes, and the people involved fight back.
Two Wrong 3
by Solomon Carter
2016
Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley take on a fresh case file packed with lies and danger. As the pressure rises, their instincts, and their loyalty, are pushed to the limit.
Two Wrong 5
by Solomon Carter
2016
Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley take on a fresh case file packed with lies and danger. As the pressure rises, their instincts, and their loyalty, are pushed to the limit.
Two Wrongs
by Solomon Carter
2016
Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley take on a fresh case file packed with lies and danger. As the pressure rises, their instincts, and their loyalty, are pushed to the limit.
Two Wrongs 2
by Solomon Carter
2016
Another investigation lands on Roberts and Bradley's desk, and it comes with secrets people will kill to keep. The duo follows the evidence, even when it points somewhere ugly.
Two Wrongs 4
by Solomon Carter
2016
Another investigation lands on Roberts and Bradley's desk, and it comes with secrets people will kill to keep. The duo follows the evidence, even when it points somewhere ugly.
Windswept
by Solomon Carter
2016
A fresh start on the coast sounds simple, until old secrets and new danger start circling. As tensions rise, the past refuses to stay behind, and trust becomes a risk.
Killers and Kings
by Solomon Carter
2017
A disappearance becomes a nightmare for Roberts and Bradley when they realise the truth is being actively hidden. With threats closing in, they chase answers through the shadows.
London Calling
by Solomon Carter
2017
Roberts and Bradley take a job in London, where criminals can vanish into the crowd. The investigation moves fast, and the pair must navigate gangs, secrets, and shifting alliances.
Promise To Pay
by Solomon Carter
2017
A London case puts Roberts and Bradley in the crosshairs, with danger coming from clients as often as suspects. To get out alive, they follow the evidence wherever it leads.
Rite To Silence
by Solomon Carter
2017
A London case puts Roberts and Bradley in the crosshairs, with danger coming from clients as often as suspects. To get out alive, they follow the evidence wherever it leads.
Taste of Death
by Solomon Carter
2017
A disappearance becomes a nightmare for Roberts and Bradley when they realise the truth is being actively hidden. With threats closing in, they chase answers through the shadows.
The Danger Room
by Solomon Carter
2017
Roberts and Bradley hunt for a missing woman and find a trail leading into darker territory. Someone is watching, someone is hunting, and the case turns deadly fast.
The Final Trick
by Solomon Carter
2017
Dan Bradley and Eva Roberts take a missing-person job, a single mother vanishes without warning. The search leads into a darker underworld, where someone is hunting from the shadows and the stakes turn fatal.
The Pressure Zone
by Solomon Carter
2017
Roberts and Bradley take a job in London, where criminals can vanish into the crowd. The investigation moves fast, and the pair must navigate gangs, secrets, and shifting alliances.
Harder They Fall
by Solomon Carter
2018
Dan Bradley survives a devastating attack and realises it was not random. With Eva Roberts in his corner, he digs for the person behind it, turning a personal vendetta into a dangerous hunt.
Harvest of Blood
by Solomon Carter
2018
After the attack, Dan Bradley cannot let the case go. With Eva Roberts beside him, he follows a trail of threats and betrayals that turns the investigation into a fight for survival.
Last Man Standing
by Solomon Carter
2018
A personal enemy forces Dan Bradley back into the darkest corners of his work. Each clue brings him closer to the person who wants him broken, and puts Eva Roberts in danger too.
Love and War
by Solomon Carter
2018
The Mask pushes his vigilante crusade further, hitting criminals who think they are untouchable. The backlash is swift, and Simon and Jess are forced to fight smarter, not louder.
The Darkest Deed
by Solomon Carter
2018
DI Joe Hogarth investigates a brutal crime on the Essex coast, where the obvious story does not fit the evidence. As he digs into motives and old grudges, the case turns into a race.
The Darkest Grave
by Solomon Carter
2018
A new murder case tests DI Joe Hogarth and his unit, forcing them to read through lies and local loyalties. The deeper they go, the clearer it is that someone is protecting the truth.
The Darkest Lies
by Solomon Carter
2018
DI Joe Hogarth is called to a killing in a seaside nightclub, the victim a man feared for extortion. A young suspect vanishes, and Hogarth uncovers an old feud that is still spilling into the present.
The Darkest Truth
by Solomon Carter
2018
A new murder case tests DI Joe Hogarth and his unit, forcing them to read through lies and local loyalties. The deeper they go, the clearer it is that someone is protecting the truth.
The First Cases
by Solomon Carter
2018
Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley chase answers that others will not touch. Each lead exposes local secrets, and the danger grows until the case feels personal.
The Stone Girl
by Solomon Carter
2018
A personal enemy forces Dan Bradley back into the darkest corners of his work. Each clue brings him closer to the person who wants him broken, and puts Eva Roberts in danger too.
Between Two Thieves
by Solomon Carter
2019
A body is found on the beach, and Eva Roberts is asked to help a friend trapped with a violent partner. With Dan Bradley beside her, she links the crises to a wider pattern, and a killer closing in.
Cuts Both Ways
by Solomon Carter
2019
Roberts and Bradley take a case that begins with a death and reveals a wider pattern. With the killer still free, they have to connect the dots before someone else ends up dead.
Play With Fire
by Solomon Carter
2019
A new lead pulls Roberts and Bradley into another dangerous puzzle, where nothing is what it seems. The closer they get, the more the case pushes back.
The Kiss Goodnight
by Solomon Carter
2019
Simon, the Mask in black and gold, goes after predators and profiteers, and the retaliation escalates. Every victory attracts a bigger enemy, and the line between justice and revenge blurs.
The Secret Dawn
by Solomon Carter
2019
A disturbing investigation drags Hogarth into fear and deception. Every clue shifts the story, and the person behind it all seems to be staying one step ahead.
The Secret Fear
by Solomon Carter
2019
DI Joe Hogarth faces a case built on secrets, with witnesses too frightened to talk. He and his team have to force answers before the next strike lands.
The Secret Sins
by Solomon Carter
2019
DI Joe Hogarth faces a case built on secrets, with witnesses too frightened to talk. He and his team have to force answers before the next strike lands.
For Yuna
by Solomon Carter
2020
A short, self-contained story centred on Yuna and a bond tested by hard choices. When circumstances shift, loyalty and honesty are put on the line.
Growing Pains
by Solomon Carter
2020
A short story about change and the awkward stretch between who you were and who you are becoming. When a familiar situation turns sharp, consequences follow.
Into the Shadows
by Solomon Carter
2020
Kyle Montello has been hiding the truth about his life, and someone obsessed is watching him. Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley dig into the lies before the stalker escalates from threats to real harm.
Life Among the Smalls
by Solomon Carter
2020
A short, character-driven story about everyday chaos and the small moments that reveal bigger truths. When routines break, the characters have to adapt and rethink what matters.
No Other Way
by Solomon Carter
2020
Roberts and Bradley are pulled into a case shaped by obsession and hidden motives. As they uncover what is being concealed, they realise someone else has been watching all along.
Power Unimaginable
by Solomon Carter
2020
A short, speculative thriller about gaining sudden power and the trouble that follows. The rush is real, but so is the danger once other people notice.
Shocking Sunday
by Solomon Carter
2020
A short story that starts like an ordinary day, then takes a sharp turn. As events escalate, the characters scramble to keep control of what comes next.
Short Stories of a Tall Nature
by Solomon Carter
2020
A collection of short stories mixing crime, suspense, and character drama. Each piece drops you into a new situation quickly, then lands on a twist or a sting.
The Cinder Path
by Solomon Carter
2020
Hogarth follows a trail where the method is part of the message, and the clues keep slipping away. To stop the next attack, he has to spot the hidden pattern.
The Devil Inside
by Solomon Carter
2020
A troubled client, a hidden past, and a threat that will not let go. Roberts and Bradley chase the truth through shifting stories, knowing one bad assumption could be deadly.
The Hunter's Path
by Solomon Carter
2020
A carefully planned series of crimes sends Hogarth chasing evidence through misdirection and lies. The case tightens, and the next move could come at any moment.
The Poison Path
by Solomon Carter
2020
Hogarth follows a trail where the method is part of the message, and the clues keep slipping away. To stop the next attack, he has to spot the hidden pattern.
The Price Of Love
by Solomon Carter
2020
A short standalone tale about love under pressure, where one choice triggers consequences. As desires collide with reality, someone learns what they are willing to pay.
A Violent Heart
by Solomon Carter
2021
A disappearance sends Roberts and Bradley down a trail of old grudges and new violence. The deeper they go, the more the case feels like it was designed to lure them in.
Nomads and Warriors
by Solomon Carter
2021
When psychotherapist Laurence Potts disappears, Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley suspect he was taken, not lost. Their search exposes a hidden network and a trail of violence that widens with every lead.
The Dark Inside
by Solomon Carter
2021
A violent crime exposes a pattern Hogarth cannot ignore. Each discovery points to deeper intent, and the investigation becomes a race to reach the end of the chain first.
The Deadly Gaze
by Solomon Carter
2021
A murder pulls Hogarth into a twisted case where the method hints at obsession. The closer he gets, the more dangerous it becomes for witnesses, and for his team.
The Deadly Kiss
by Solomon Carter
2021
DI Joe Hogarth investigates a case that feels personal, with a killer close enough to watch the fallout. As the evidence builds, the threat escalates.
The Deadly Mind
by Solomon Carter
2021
A murder pulls Hogarth into a twisted case where the method hints at obsession. The closer he gets, the more dangerous it becomes for witnesses, and for his team.
The Last Hope
by Solomon Carter
2021
Roberts and Bradley search for answers in a case where the victim's life holds more secrets than anyone admitted. As the net tightens, the danger does too.
Bad Blood Pouring
by Solomon Carter
2022
Hogarth follows evidence into a family web where secrets have been passed down for years. With pressure mounting, he has to separate truth from loyalty.
Bond of Blood
by Solomon Carter
2022
A case rooted in family history forces Hogarth to untangle old loyalties and newer violence. The truth is protected by blood ties, and breaking it open could spark revenge.
Chasing The Storm
by Solomon Carter
2022
A carefully planned series of crimes sends Hogarth chasing evidence through misdirection and lies. The case tightens, and the next move could come at any moment.
Don't Go Back
by Solomon Carter
2022
A relentless antagonist keeps pushing Sam and Adam into flight mode. With gangs and secrets tightening around them, they have to fight for a future that keeps slipping away.
Don't Look Back
by Solomon Carter
2022
Sam and Adam are trying to stay ahead of people who want them trapped, or dead. As the threat closes in, they are forced to decide how much they can trust each other.
Stealing The Moment
by Solomon Carter
2022
A relentless antagonist keeps pushing Sam and Adam into flight mode. With gangs and secrets tightening around them, they have to fight for a future that keeps slipping away.
Storm of Lies
by Solomon Carter
2022
Hogarth and his unit chase clues through an investigation that refuses to stay contained. As pressure rises, they realise someone has been manipulating events.
The Blood Line
by Solomon Carter
2022
A case rooted in family history forces Hogarth to untangle old loyalties and newer violence. The truth is protected by blood ties, and breaking it open could spark revenge.
The Dark Intent
by Solomon Carter
2022
Hogarth is dragged into a case where dark motives are hiding inside ordinary lives. As alibis collapse, he has to push hard without breaking his own team.
The Dark Reckoning
by Solomon Carter
2022
A violent crime exposes a pattern Hogarth cannot ignore. Each discovery points to deeper intent, and the investigation becomes a race to reach the end of the chain first.
The Storm House
by Solomon Carter
2022
Hogarth and his unit chase clues through an investigation that refuses to stay contained. As pressure rises, they realise someone has been manipulating events.
Fool Me Once
by Solomon Carter
2023
A case built on deception sends Hogarth chasing people who are playing for time. As lies stack up, he must work out which version of events is real.
Fool Me Twice
by Solomon Carter
2023
Hogarth investigates a crime where everyone has an agenda. Each interview changes the story, and the truth becomes a moving target.
Fools Rush In
by Solomon Carter
2023
A case built on deception sends Hogarth chasing people who are playing for time. As lies stack up, he must work out which version of events is real.
Hard To Beat
by Solomon Carter
2023
Two people are forced into an uneasy alliance when a violent scheme puts them in the crosshairs. As they run, they have to decide what to reveal and who to trust.
Hard To Take
by Solomon Carter
2023
A dangerous situation throws strangers together and tests every assumption they have about each other. With the threat closing in, survival depends on trust earned fast.
Hard To Trust
by Solomon Carter
2023
Two people are forced into an uneasy alliance when a violent scheme puts them in the crosshairs. As they run, they have to decide what to reveal and who to trust.
Into the Fire
by Solomon Carter
2023
One spark sets everything moving. What begins as a contained situation turns into a wider threat, and the only way out is to keep pushing forward.
Shadows of the Moor
by Solomon Carter
2023
Alex Marshall wants a quiet life in North Cornwall, but a crime spree makes that impossible. Teaming with Sarah Chessy, he uncovers secrets that turn personal fast.
Shadows of Tintagel
by Solomon Carter
2023
Ex-detective Alex Marshall comes to North Cornwall for a quiet life, but a crime spree drags him back in. Teaming with Sarah Chessy, he digs into secrets that locals will do anything to keep hidden.
Shadows of Truro
by Solomon Carter
2023
A Cornish investigation drags ex-detective Alex Marshall back into danger. With Sarah Chessy at his side, he follows a trail of secrets that locals would rather keep buried.
The Dying Embers
by Solomon Carter
2023
A new crisis ignites a chain of events that will not stop spreading. As the truth emerges, it becomes clear the danger is bigger than the first incident.
The Fire Burns
by Solomon Carter
2023
One spark sets everything moving. What begins as a contained situation turns into a wider threat, and the only way out is to keep pushing forward.
Honour and Fate
by Solomon Carter
2024
Pressure from every direction tests Hogarth's instincts and his willingness to play by the rules. To stop the next move, he may have to risk everything.
Honour and Greed
by Solomon Carter
2024
Hogarth is drawn into a case where loyalty and corruption blur together. As he pushes for answers, the investigation exposes enemies with influence and reach.
Honour and Obey
by Solomon Carter
2024
Pressure from every direction tests Hogarth's instincts and his willingness to play by the rules. To stop the next move, he may have to risk everything.
One Dark Heart
by Solomon Carter
2024
A staged scene and a confident killer pull Hogarth into a relentless hunt. As the net tightens, the danger starts to feel personal.
One Dark Night
by Solomon Carter
2024
Blood on the beach signals a killer with a plan, and Hogarth knows the case is meant to rattle his team. With Palmer and Kaplin, he has to crack the pattern fast.
One Dark Soul
by Solomon Carter
2024
Blood on the beach signals a killer with a plan, and Hogarth knows the case is meant to rattle his team. With Palmer and Kaplin, he has to crack the pattern fast.
The Dying Beat
by Solomon Carter
2024
A brutal investigation turns into a contest, with Hogarth trying to stay ahead of an enemy who wants control. One mistake could cost another life.
The Dying Game
by Solomon Carter
2024
DI Joe Hogarth is forced into a cat-and-mouse case where a killer sets the pace. Each clue feels like a challenge, and the team has to break the pattern to win.
The Silent Plea
by Solomon Carter
2024
A new case tests DI Verity Zennor in Cornwall, where loyalties run deep and witnesses stay quiet. The deeper she digs, the more the danger spreads.
The Silent Run
by Solomon Carter
2024
DI Verity Zennor investigates a crime on the Cornish coast where silence is a form of protection. As she pulls threads, the case reveals links beyond the local community.
The Silent Shore
by Solomon Carter
2024
DI Verity Zennor investigates a Cornish case where witnesses stay quiet for a reason. As the inquiry widens, she finds links that reach beyond the county, and silence becomes its own kind of threat.
The Drowned Girl
by Solomon Carter
2025
Sue Palmer takes charge of a case linked to the water, and the clues suggest someone is sending a message. As suspects multiply, she has to balance intuition with proof.
The Drowned Voice
by Solomon Carter
2025
When a young man's body surfaces off Leigh-on-Sea, Acting DI Sue Palmer knows the scene has been staged. To stop the killer, she must cut through lies, pressure, and a growing list of suspects.
The Shadow Steals
by Solomon Carter
2025
The case continues. Hogarth and his team chase a danger that keeps slipping away, forcing them to rethink what they know and move fast before another attack.
The Shadow Strikes
by Solomon Carter
2025
A murdered artist and a staged crime scene drop DI Joe Hogarth into a case meant to unsettle. With Sue Palmer and Ecrin Kaplin, he follows clues toward an enemy who wants control, not chaos.
The Vanishing Man
by Solomon Carter
2025
A disappearance turns into a race against time for DI Joe Hogarth. As he follows shifting stories and missing hours, he realises someone planned this vanishing for a reason.
Where should I start?
If you want gritty police procedurals: The Darkest Lies → The Darkest Grave → The Darkest Deed.
If you like private investigators and seaside crime: Out With A Bang → Long Time Dying → Between Two Thieves.
If you prefer international conspiracies and spy teams: The Last Line → Santiago → Final Payload.
If you want Cornwall atmosphere and small-town secrets: Shadows of Tintagel → The Silent Shore → The Silent Plea.
If you want a masked vigilante story: Black and Gold → Relentless → In The Crossfire.
Author bio
Solomon Carter writes modern crime and thriller fiction with a strong sense of place, the kind of stories that start with a body, a disappearance, or a quiet lie, and then keep widening until you can see the whole mess behind it. His books are usually set in England and move at a quick, cliff-edge pace.
He was born in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, and spent much of his life there. During his student years he lived in South London, then returned to Southend, a rhythm that shows up in his work, characters moving between city streets and coastal towns where everybody knows everybody.
Before writing full time, Carter worked a run of everyday jobs across different industries. He has described stints as a jobcentre clerk, a bookseller, a tutor, a mortgage broker, and even managing a food bank. He has also worked in the civil service, and later went back to study English at postgraduate level.
Then he started writing seriously, one book at a time.
In 2016 he moved to North Cornwall and focused hard on getting the words down each day. He lives with his wife, who is also a writer, and their children, which means the writing life comes with the usual family noise and deadlines. He has mentioned running and taking surfing lessons, the practical stuff that gets you out of your head when a plot will not behave.
A big early thread in his catalog is private investigation, especially Eva Roberts and Dan Bradley. In books like Out With A Bang and Between Two Thieves, they take cases that begin as missing people or suspicious deaths and end up exposing violent secrets. The draw is their partnership, they challenge each other, protect each other, and keep working when the safe option would be to walk away.
Carter likes a case that starts small and turns nasty.
Another major lane is his police procedural work with DI Joe Hogarth. The Hogarth stories, beginning with The Darkest Lies, are set around the Essex coast and deal with murders that crack open old feuds, buried history, and local power. As the series expands, the supporting cast matters more and more, with investigators like Sue Palmer and Ecrin Kaplin becoming familiar faces in the unit.
He also writes outside straight detective fiction. The Black and Gold books follow a masked vigilante who decides the streets need a different kind of justice, while the Jenna Royal stories, including Freedom Square and The Last Line, lean into conspiracies, covert missions, and the human cost of espionage. More recently, Cornwall comes to the front in series like Shadows of Tintagel and DI Verity Zennor's The Silent Shore.
Across all these strands, a few themes keep returning, loyalty under pressure, family history that refuses to stay buried, and the way tight communities can hide harm in plain sight. Carter’s settings are more than scenery, the coastline, the weather, and the local rhythms shape how people act and what they think they can get away with. Whether you pick up his books for the detectives, the action, or the atmosphere, the through-line is simple, he writes about people pushed into decisions they never wanted to make, and what it takes to live with the aftermath.
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