
Wesley Peterson
Series by Kate EllisJoin 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