Fire fighter Jack Bartholomew dies whilst trying to put out a fire in a derelict building. Was it an accident or arson? In a cryptic message Jack has left for his closest friend, marine artist Adam Greene, orchestrated before his untimely death, Jack reveals he was on the trail of a dark and deadly secret that has caused the deaths of his colleagues. It is clear to Adam that Jack was murdered and that he has no option but to follow the clues. Unaware of the risks he is running Adam soon finds himself caught up in a mysterious and dangerous web of deceit at the highest level. By exposing a secret that has lain dormant for years he is forced to face his own dark secrets, and as the facts reveal themselves the prospects for his survival look bleak. But Adam knows there is no turning back; he has to get to the truth no matter what the cost, even if it means his life.

About the Author
Pauline Rowson is the author of the contemporary police procedural crime novels featuring the flawed and rugged Portsmouth copper, DI Andy Horton; the fast-paced, action-packed Art Marvik mystery thrillers and the entertaining and atmospheric 1950s set Inspector Ryga mysteries as well as two standalone mystery thrillers, In For The Kill and In Cold Daylight. Her crime novels have been hailed as the 'Best of British Crime Fiction',''multi-layered, gripping and full of twists and turns'. She has an international readership. All her novels are set against the backdrop of the ever changing sea.

Reviews
'This is a fast-paced and enjoyable book with many twists and turns. The characters are well defined and the plotting is excellent. For the reader who likes an atmospheric novel together with a good mystery, Rowson is one to watch.' www.reviewingtheevidence.com"In Cold Daylight by Pauline Rowson was one of those books I picked up and couldn't put down until everything was sorted, enough tantalizing chapter ends to lead me on into the next and the next." http://dovegreyreader.typepad.com/'Pauline Rowson has the knack of captivating the audience. You will be taken on a thrilling mystery and just when you think you know who done what to whom, the story takes another turn. A gripping story, you will not be disappointed.' Bob Hornby posted on www.booktribes.com


Awards
Short-listed for World Book Day Prize 2008.



Book Information
ISBN 9780955098215
Author Pauline Rowson
Format Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint Fathom
Publisher Rowmark Ltd