Murder Most Brazen
(2026)(The third book in the Harvey Ross Coastal Mystery series)
A novel by Theo Harris
Some secrets should stay buried. This one won't.
Harvey Ross has finally found his rhythm in Sheringham. His consulting work keeps him sharp, his relationship with Dr. Rose Morgan is flourishing, and he's reconnecting with his daughters after years of estrangement. Life is good. Quiet. Perfectly ordinary.
Then he opens a fifty-year-old cold case and everything changes.
Sir Winston Bartholemew, found dead at Cromer Pier in 1976. Official verdict: accidental death. But Harvey's late Aunt Agatha left cryptic notes suggesting murder, espionage, and a priceless medieval artefact that disappeared the same night Winston's son vanished without a trace.
As Harvey digs deeper, the past refuses to stay buried. Russian agents emerge from the shadows. A mysterious list of Cold War double agents surfaces. And shocking revelations about a seven-hundred-year-old order of Knights Templar turn everything Harvey thought he knew upside down.
Perfect timing, really, because Harvey's daughters have just arrived for a surprise visit.
Now Harvey must solve a decades-old murder, protect his family from very real danger, and convince his terrier Max that showing teeth at salad plates is not appropriate behaviour—all while navigating pub dinners, romantic getaways, and the occasional confrontation with desperate operatives.
From the picturesque Norfolk coast to medieval Lincolnshire, Harvey Ross is about to learn that some family secrets are worth protecting at any cost.
Murder, mystery, and Templars. Just another week in Norfolk.
The Harvey Ross Coastal Mysteries are perfect for fans of Richard Osman, Ann Cleeves, and Anthony Horowitz—where clever puzzles, quirky characters, and seaside intrigue are always on the case.
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What people are saying about Theo Harris:
‘⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant! Wow...I absolutely loved this read, it's definitely not your normal crime thriller!’
‘⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gripping and Gritty Crime Thriller - A Must-Read!’
‘⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice to see justice being served, even if it is slightly unconventional!’
‘⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of my favourite reads of the year, waiting for the rest of the series!’
‘⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really gripping storytelling that is clearly well researched and engaging.’
‘⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you're looking for a gripping, fast-paced, and intelligently written crime novel, look no further – this one delivers on all fronts!’
Genre: Cozy Mystery
Harvey Ross has finally found his rhythm in Sheringham. His consulting work keeps him sharp, his relationship with Dr. Rose Morgan is flourishing, and he's reconnecting with his daughters after years of estrangement. Life is good. Quiet. Perfectly ordinary.
Then he opens a fifty-year-old cold case and everything changes.
Sir Winston Bartholemew, found dead at Cromer Pier in 1976. Official verdict: accidental death. But Harvey's late Aunt Agatha left cryptic notes suggesting murder, espionage, and a priceless medieval artefact that disappeared the same night Winston's son vanished without a trace.
As Harvey digs deeper, the past refuses to stay buried. Russian agents emerge from the shadows. A mysterious list of Cold War double agents surfaces. And shocking revelations about a seven-hundred-year-old order of Knights Templar turn everything Harvey thought he knew upside down.
Perfect timing, really, because Harvey's daughters have just arrived for a surprise visit.
Now Harvey must solve a decades-old murder, protect his family from very real danger, and convince his terrier Max that showing teeth at salad plates is not appropriate behaviour—all while navigating pub dinners, romantic getaways, and the occasional confrontation with desperate operatives.
From the picturesque Norfolk coast to medieval Lincolnshire, Harvey Ross is about to learn that some family secrets are worth protecting at any cost.
Murder, mystery, and Templars. Just another week in Norfolk.
The Harvey Ross Coastal Mysteries are perfect for fans of Richard Osman, Ann Cleeves, and Anthony Horowitz—where clever puzzles, quirky characters, and seaside intrigue are always on the case.
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What people are saying about Theo Harris:
‘⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant! Wow...I absolutely loved this read, it's definitely not your normal crime thriller!’
‘⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gripping and Gritty Crime Thriller - A Must-Read!’
‘⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice to see justice being served, even if it is slightly unconventional!’
‘⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of my favourite reads of the year, waiting for the rest of the series!’
‘⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really gripping storytelling that is clearly well researched and engaging.’
‘⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you're looking for a gripping, fast-paced, and intelligently written crime novel, look no further – this one delivers on all fronts!’
Genre: Cozy Mystery