DCI Warren Jones

When Professor Alan Tunbridge is discovered in his office with his throat slashed, the suspects start queuing up. The brilliant but unpleasant microbiologist had a genius for making enemies.

For Warren Jones, newly appointed Detective Chief Inspector to the Middlesbury force, a high-profile murder is the ideal opportunity. He’s determined to run a thorough and professional investigation but political pressure to resolve the case quickly and tensions in the office and at home make life anything but easy.

Everything seems to point to one vengeful man but the financial potential of the professor’s pioneering research takes the inquiry in an intriguing and, for Jones and his team, dangerous direction.

Readers LOVE The Last Straw

‘A really cracking read, a real page turner.’ Reader review, 5 Stars

‘I couldn't stop reading this brilliant detective novel!’ Reader review, 5 Stars

‘Loved this! A nice proper whodunnit which had me gripped from the start! Twists and turns galore and I only worked out who it was right at the end!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

‘I just couldn't put it down. DCI Warren Jones and his team are a sure-fire hit...Exceptionally good detective story.’ Reader review, 5 Stars

‘Kept me reading all night.’ Reader review, 5 Stars

‘Couldn't put it down! If you love a good detective novel, you'll be well away with this.’ Reader review, 5 Stars

‘Tense to the point of making it very difficult to put the book down.’ Reader review, 5 Stars

‘DCI Warren Jones is must read detective fiction... A brilliant first novel, can't wait for the next. Buy it. Try it. You won't be disappointed!’ Reader review, 5 Stars

The DCI Warren Jones series
1 The Last Straw
2 No Smoke Without Fire
Blood is Thicker than Water (Novella)
3 Silent as the Grave
A Case Gone Cold (Novella)
4 The Common Enemy
A Deadly Lesson (Novella)
5 Forgive Me Father
At First Glance (Novella)
6 A Price to Pay
7 Out of Sight
8 Time to Kill
9 Web of Lies

DCI Warren Jones has a bad feeling when the body of a young woman turns up in Beaconsfield Woods. She’s been raped and strangled but the murderer has been careful to leave no DNA evidence.

There are, of course, suspects – boyfriend, father – to check out but, worryingly, it looks more and more like a stranger murder.

Warren’s worst fears are confirmed when another young woman is killed in the same way.

The MO fits that of Richard Cameron who served twelve years for rape. But Cameron never killed his victims and he has a cast-iron alibi.

Then personal tragedy intervenes and Warren is off the case. But the pressure is mounting and another woman goes missing. Warren is back but will the break he desperately needs come before there’s another victim?

Readers LOVE No Smoke Without Fire

‘Loved it! Fabulous book.’ Reader review, 5 Stars

‘I was kept on a knife edge until the very end & was sorry when I got there... can't wait for the next outing.’ Reader review, 5 Stars

‘An excellent read.’ Reader review, 5 Stars

‘Brilliant read full of twists and turns, loved every minute... Unputdownable.’ Reader review, 5 Stars

‘This book is without doubt one of the best crime/detective novels I have read...Paul Gitsham never ceases to fill his pages with surprises and DCI Warren Jones is always a winner.’ Reader review, 5 Stars

The DCI Warren Jones series
1 The Last Straw
2 No Smoke Without Fire
Blood is Thicker than Water (Novella)
3 Silent as the Grave
A Case Gone Cold (Novella)
4 The Common Enemy
A Deadly Lesson (Novella)
5 Forgive Me Father
At First Glance (Novella)
6 A Price to Pay
7 Out of Sight
8 Time to Kill
9 Web of Lies

It’s DCI Warren Jones’ coldest case yet...

The body of Reginald Williamson had been well concealed under a bush in Middlesbury Common and the murder efficiently carried out – a single stab wound to the chest. Reggie’s dog had been killed just as efficiently. With no clues or obvious motive, the case is going nowhere. Then Warren gets a break.

Warren’s instincts tell him that the informant is dodgy – a former police officer under investigation. But when Warren hears the incredible story he has to tell, he's glad to have given him a chance to speak. Suddenly, a wide criminal conspiracy, involving high-level police corruption, a gangster and a trained killer, is blown wide open...and Warren finds that this time, it’s not just his career under threat, but his family – and his life.

Fans of Peter Robinson and Peter James will love Silent as the Grave, the third novel in Paul Gitsham's DCI Warren Jones series.

"A wonderfully classy crime novel. Fluent writing style, great pace to the action. What's not to like? I'll be reading number 2 as quickly as I can download it. Crime Writing at its very best" – Kate Rhodes, author of Crossbones Yard and the Alice Quentin series

The DCI Warren Jones series
1 The Last Straw
2 No Smoke Without Fire
Blood is Thicker than Water (Novella)
3 Silent as the Grave
A Case Gone Cold (Novella)
4 The Common Enemy
A Deadly Lesson (Novella)
5 Forgive Me Father
At First Glance (Novella)
6 A Price to Pay
7 Out of Sight
8 Time to Kill
9 Web of Lies

Readers LOVE Silent As The Grave

‘A fantastic read... One of the best books I have ever read.’ Reader Review, 5 Stars

‘Had me on the edge of my seat. I was completely hooked.’ NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars

‘Once I began reading this book, I couldn't put it down.’ NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars

‘I completely devoured this book.’ NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars

‘Highly recommended. Crime Writing at its very best’ – Kate Rhodes on The Last Straw, book 1 in the DCI Warren Jones series

In Middlesbury, a rally is being held by the British Allegiance Party – a far-right group protesting against the opening of a new Mosque.

When the crowd disperses, a body is found in an alleyway. Tommy Meegan, the loud-mouthed leader of the group, has been stabbed through the heart.

Across town, a Muslim community centre catches fire in a clear act of arson, leaving a small child in a critical condition. And the tension which has been building in the town for years boils over.

DCI Warren Jones knows he can’t afford to take sides – and must solve both cases before further acts of violent revenge take place. But, in a town at war with itself, and investigating the brutal killing of one of the country’s most-hated men, where does he begin?

‘DCI Warren Jones is one of those characters I just can't get enough of.’ Reader review, 5 Stars

‘Highly recommend... a book that you will struggle to put down.’ Reader review, 5 Stars

‘Excellent story, topical subject and wonderful finish.’ Reader review, 5 Stars

The DCI Warren Jones series
1 The Last Straw
2 No Smoke Without Fire
Blood is Thicker than Water (Novella)
3 Silent as the Grave
A Case Gone Cold (Novella)
4 The Common Enemy
A Deadly Lesson (Novella)
5 Forgive Me Father
At First Glance (Novella)
6 A Price to Pay
7 Out of Sight
8 Time to Kill
9 Web of Lies

A fire breaks out in a chapel, and DCI Warren Jones is alarmed by what is discovered at the scene. Curled up in the ash and debris is a body – and it’s soon clear that the chapel doors were locked from the inside.

The disappearance of a local priest, Father Nolan, and a cryptic note left in his room, point to an unusually violent suicide. But when further evidence confuses the picture, Warren begins to suspect foul play – and murder. Clearly, someone wanted this seemingly innocent man to suffer.

And when a discovery on a quiet riverbank sends the investigation reeling, Warren knows he must act quickly to discover who is behind this spate of grisly deaths – before another man of God is found dead.

Don’t miss Paul Gitsham’s ingenious new DCI Warren Jones novel!

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It should be an easy solve: a murder in broad daylight with two eyewitnesses. But the victim is the son of a notorious local crime family who has a habit of hitting on other men’s wives; the witnesses are Serbian nationals who speak limited English.

For DCI Warren Jones, this is his most challenging case yet. As the suspects pile up, the victim’s family work to protect their son’s memory by destroying any evidence that could betray his criminal past – or might have led to his killer.

Somehow Warren must uncover the truth about the murder – but there are secrets at the heart of the case more dangerous than anyone could have imagined, and the fallout could tear Warren’s team apart...

‘Kept me hooked till the last page... Gripping... Kept me guessing till the last surprise... An excellent read that I strongly recommend.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

‘A great story from start to finish!’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

‘Rollercoaster of a read where the action never stops... An excellent addition to the series... Definitely recommended.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

‘Brilliant as always. Definitely a series worth reading.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

The DCI Warren Jones series
1 The Last Straw
2 No Smoke Without Fire
Blood is Thicker than Water (Novella)
3 Silent as the Grave
A Case Gone Cold (Novella)
4 The Common Enemy
A Deadly Lesson (Novella)
5 Forgive Me Father
At First Glance (Novella)
6 A Price to Pay
7 Out of Sight
8 Time to Kill
9 Web of Lies

His biggest mistake was trusting someone he shouldn’t have...

When a body is found abandoned under a bridge, teeth and fingerprints removed, DCI Warren Jones and his team have little to go on. And once they finally identify the victim, the case doesn’t get any easier.

Estranged from his family but desperate to reconnect, the victim led a solitary life – apart from secretive liaisons with a series of partners he met online. Could one of them be guilty of his murder? Or does the truth lie closer to home?

The more Warren digs, the murkier the picture becomes – re-written family wills, sabotaged CCTV footage and black-market deals are just the beginning. Only one thing is for sure: whoever was behind the brutal murder, they carefully won the trust of their victim before ending his life...

A thrilling police procedural, perfect for fans of Peter James and Peter Robinson.

‘Engrossing...kept me guessing right through to the final twist.’ – Jane Bettany, bestselling author of In Cold Blood

‘Tightly plotted... both clever and believable. Gitsham’s characters and story are as true to life as they come.’ – Karin Nordin, author of Where Ravens Roost

‘WOW I wasn’t able to put it down.’ – NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

‘What police procedurals are all about. Tightly plotted... Great characterisation... an addictive read.’ – NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

‘An excellent police procedural...The storytelling hooks the reader in... a very enjoyable read.’ – NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

The DCI Warren Jones series
1 The Last Straw
2 No Smoke Without Fire
Blood is Thicker than Water (Novella)
3 Silent as the Grave
A Case Gone Cold (Novella)
4 The Common Enemy
A Deadly Lesson (Novella)
5 Forgive Me Father
At First Glance (Novella)
6 A Price to Pay
7 Out of Sight
8 Time to Kill
9 Web of Lies

Seven days until the killer strikes again – but who is next?

DCI Warren Jones is deep into the investigation into an apparent murder-suicide when another case is thrust onto his desk. Winnie Palmer, missing for two months, has been found dead, her body stripped and propped against a tree in the woods.

Two cases are more than enough to handle – but things get even harder for the team when they realise the cases might be linked. And when a third suspicious death is added to the pile, it raises a horrible question. Is there a serial killer on the loose?

With all the murders taking place on Sundays, it’s a race against time to find the killer before they strike again. As the days tick by Warren desperately searches for a link between the victims – but the only thing he knows for sure is that absolutely anyone could be next...

‘A skilfully written mystery that kept me gripped from the opening sentence to the last word.’ Leigh Russell, author of the DS Geraldine Steel series

‘A smart and exciting crime thriller that’ll keep you second guessing from start to finish... Full of cleverly plotted misdirections and a riveting chase that barrels towards a shocking conclusion.’ Karin Nordin, author of Where Ravens Roost

‘Oh wow. What a brilliant book this is. From the shocking prologue, through every fast paced chapter, right to the heart stopping finale.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Oooo I do love this series... We race towards a rather satisfying conclusion... Roll on next time – I'll be waiting!’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Very exciting.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The DCI Warren Jones series
1 The Last Straw
2 No Smoke Without Fire
Blood is Thicker than Water (Novella)
3 Silent as the Grave
A Case Gone Cold (Novella)
4 The Common Enemy
A Deadly Lesson (Novella)
5 Forgive Me Father
At First Glance (Novella)
6 A Price to Pay
7 Out of Sight
8 Time to Kill
9 Web of Lies

When mother-of-two Louisa doesn’t return home from work one night, her husband raises the alarm. Investigating the workshop where she ran her mail-order business reveals signs she was taken by force – and DCI Warren Jones is put on the case.

As Warren and his team begin to dig into the missing woman’s life, a complex network of relationships emerges. Who is Louisa’s husband talking to on his second, secret phone? What’s the truth about her relationship with the convicted criminal who works next door? And what happened to Louisa’s university housemate a decade ago?

Can the team break through the lies and get to the truth?

‘A complex and tangled web of deceit, secrets and lies... Tense and compelling... I read into the wee hours.’ Liz Mistry, author of the Detective Nikki Parekh

‘Another gripping read from Paul Gitsham... Had me hooked from start to finish.’ Leigh Russell, author of the DI Geraldine Steel series

‘An assured police procedural that delights the reader with its twists and turns.’ Tana Collins, author of the Inspector Jim Carruthers series

‘When it comes to police procedurals, Gitsham can’t be beat!’ Alex Shaw, author of the Jack Tate series

‘A taut, utterly addictive thriller... Don’t expect to sleep until you’ve finished!’ Victoria Dowd, author of The Smart Woman’s Guide to Murder

The DCI Warren Jones series
1 The Last Straw
2 No Smoke Without Fire
Blood is Thicker than Water (Novella)
3 Silent as the Grave
A Case Gone Cold (Novella)
4 The Common Enemy
A Deadly Lesson (Novella)
5 Forgive Me Father
At First Glance (Novella)
6 A Price to Pay
7 Out of Sight
8 Time to Kill
9 Web of Lies