Crime Thrillers For Those Who Demand Authenticity

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A New Body. A New Crime Scene. The Same Unrelenting Eddie Collins.

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Since 1996 Andrew has worked the crime scenes as a CSI in Yorkshire. He knows where the bodies are buried — and what to look for when they’re found. His novels are a visceral, no-holds-barred look at the pursuit of justice, following characters like SOCO Roger Conniston, CSI Eddie Collins, and DS Regan Carter as they hunt depraved criminals. This is not a clean, tidy, investigation. This is the raw truth that most authors only guess at.

This is British crime fiction that bleeds. So go on, get comfy on the edge of your seat.

Readers just like you loved these books

  • Siobhan McKenna - A Random Kill

    A head strong new lead detective, with reckless tendencies and a quick mind. She is great at her job, just not dead bodies.

  • Susan Hunter - A Random Kill

    So many twists and turns in the plot and I have to say, one of the most devious characters I have come across.

  • Steve Munoz - A Random Kill

    The writing is taut and smart, capturing the insidious drip of organized crime and its callous effect on everyday life.

  • Gerald - The Third Rule

    The story is so well written it takes you along at a rapid pace. The book is excellent as a stand alone thriller. If you haven't read the Roger and Eddie books don't hesitate, they too are excellent and highly readable! Enjoy!

  • Vicki Atkinson - The Pain of Strangers

    Murder, mayhem, mystery and Eddie’s inimitable dark humour make this a must read!!

  • Deborah Mottram - The Pain of Strangers

    My new favourite Eddie Collins book! Read in one sitting; laugh out loud moments, yuck - teeth clenching bits n of course read fast n don’t breathe moments! Perfect.

  • Ed McNeil - A Random Kill

    A brilliant book which races along, very tightly plotted, with some great new characters as well as a few familiar faces from the Eddie Collins series.

  • Margaret - The Third Rule

    One of the best books I have read. Scared me and the parallels to today are just uncanny. I love this book so much I have read it several times.

  • Susan Burns - The Pain of Strangers

    The Pain of Strangers was brilliant, it had everything you need in a crime book. I could not turn the pages quick enough.

  • Rosemary Kenny - The Pain of Strangers

    A clever, psychological-thriller from the supremely skilled author Andrew Barrett.

  • Carol Sutcliffe

    Your writing is not just a story, it's an experience that lingers long after the last page is turned.

  • David Gilchrist - Ledston Luck

    Also with "Ledston Luck" one of my most favourite books of the last 10 years. A divine story, very well told.

  • Mo - The Third Rule

    An excellent read, loved it. If you’ve read any other Andrew Barrett books don’t leave this one out. It is brilliant. He has become my favourite author.

  • Christmas Angel - Ledston Luck

    The story, the characters, the action, will keep you mesmerized, tantalize, and wrapped in a blanket of action and some of the best writing in the mystery genre. Highly Recommended.

  • Vanessa - The Pain of Strangers, Audio

    Once I started to listen to this audiobook I was hooked! Superb audiobook 5-stars ️ ️ ️ ️

  • PJ - The End of Lies

    With Andrew Barrett, a master of intrigue, page turning, character driven plots, the only disappointment was finding myself at the final page way too quickly. What a writer and what a story. Highly recommend.