Wesley Peterson

Wesley Peterson

Series by Kate Ellis

Join D.S. Wesley Peterson, one of Devon's first Black detectives, as he unravels dark mysteries rooted in history and local folklore, blending traditional crime fiction with rich cultural depth in Kate Ellis's captivating series that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

**Series Synopsis: Wesley Peterson** In the tranquil yet eerie coastal town of Tewkesbury, secrets linger like fog, and history has a way of haunting the living. The Wesley Peterson series by Kate Ellis invites readers into a world where the past and present collide, leading D.S. Wesley Peterson on a labyrinthine journey of mystery, betrayal, and unearthing long-buried truths. An astute detective with a keen intuition, Wesley grapples not only with the demands of his job but also his enduring friendship with archaeologist Neil Watson, whose discoveries often illuminate the darkest corners of their community. In *An Unhallowed Grave*, the chilling discovery of Pauline Brent’s body strung from a tree in a graveyard ignites Wesley's suspicions of foul play. As Neil uncovers another skeleton tied to a 500-year-old legend, the threads of time weave a sinister pattern that suggests a connection between past and present—one that may reveal the killer’s motives and knowledge of a history steeped in treachery. With few leads and a victim shrouded in mystery, Wesley must navigate a web of secrets that Pauline took to her grave. Rich in atmospheric detail and fueled by an exploration of history's sway over modern crime, the Wesley Peterson series is a gripping examination of how the unresolved echoes of the past can shape the present. As tension mounts and the stakes rise, Wesley’s resolve is tested like never before. With each turn of the page, prepare to uncover the hidden truths that demand to be unearthed—because in Tewkesbury, every shadow has a story to tell. Will the past provide the key to solving the present's most haunting mysteries? Dive into this captivating series to discover the chilling answers.

Books in this Series

Wesley Peterson

The Merchant's House

Published in 1998

The Armada Boy

Published in 1999

An Unhallowed Grave

Published in 1999

The Funeral Boat

Published in 2000

The Bone Garden

Published in 2001

A Painted Doom

Published in 2002

The Skeleton Room

Published in 2003

The Plague Maiden

Published in 2004

A Cursed Inheritance

Published in 2005

The Marriage Hearse

Published in 2006

The Shining Skull

Published in 2007

The Blood Pit

Published in 2008

A Perfect Death

Published in 2009

The Flesh Tailor

Published in 2010

The Jackal Man

Published in 2011

The Cadaver Game

Published in 2012

The Shadow Collector

Published in 2013

The Shroud Maker

Published in 2014

The Death Season

Published in 2015

The House of Eyes

Published in 2016

The Mermaid's Scream

Published in 2017

The Mechanical Devil

Published in 2018

Dead Man's Lane

Published in 2019

The Burial Circle

Published in 2020

The Stone Chamber

Published in 2021

Serpent's Point

Published in 2022

Coffin Island

Published in 2024

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