Deadly Waters: An Inspector Andy Horton Mystery: An Inspector Andy Horton Crime Novel (2) (DI Andy Horton Mysteries) - Softcover

'Rowson adds an appealing hero to the British procedural ranks.' Kirkus (Deadly Waters)'A gripping suspense filled murder case, an entertaining read in an engaging series' Booklist (The Suffocating Sea)'Strong plots, nice characterisation and dialogue. Rowson is clearly a crime writer to watch.' Amazon.com (Tide of Death)

When a woman, the head teacher of a struggling local school, is found brutally murdered in Langstone Harbour DI Andy Horton is appointed to lead the investigation - but not for long if Superintendent Uckfield has his way. Horton is given only a week to find the killer, after that he will be shunted off the case. Horton now has a point to prove as well as a complex murder case to solve. A note was found on the victim - Have you forgotten ME? - along with money wrapped up in a five-pound note and smothered with honey. Is there a clue in "The Owl and the Pussy-cat" rhyme? Is it simply a senseless murder by an unhinged killer or does someone close to the head have a motive for murder? As Horton delves deeper into the investigation, aided by Sergeant Cantelli, the tension mounts. With the clock ticking Horton is soon forced to take a decision that will put his life on the line...