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Steve Higgs

    This author, influenced by masters of action thriller and humor, delivers a unique blend of suspense and situational comedy. After years of self-criticism, he has finally published a work he believes in and is now experiencing an uncontrollable flow of new ideas. With a notepad always at hand, he captures every story that comes to him, living the experience of a storyteller whose ideas pour out uncontrollably. His work is characterized by a mix of action and thriller elements, infused with witty observations and relatable humor.

    The Banshee and the Bookshop
    Unleashed Magic
    Murder on the Dancefloor
    Blackpool Rock Bloodshed
    Kent Coast Oyster Obliteration
    Mission for the Maharaja
    • 2023

      Four Ex-Wives and a Wedding

      • 294 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      With a billionaire about to get married onboard the Aurelia and a guest list that reads like a celebrity who's who, tension among the security team is understandably high. They are being extra vigilant, but that doesn't stop the bride-to-be receiving a death threat if she dares to go through with the ceremony. So who sent it and is the threat genuine? Could it be from one of the groom's four ex-wives? None were invited, yet they all turned up and while there is no love between them, they appear to be plotting. It's Patricia's job to figure things out and she is glad for every bit of help she can get. Thankfully old friend and celebrity wedding planner, Felicity Philips, is there to lend a hand even if her sleuthing skills are a little ... questionable. Determined to get to the bottom of the mystery before it impacts the wedding ceremony, Patricia is soon thrown off course when a murder occurs. With a celebrity columnist on the ship stirring things up in the hope of a winning headline, the bride's skanky family looking for a fast score, and the ship crawling with more celebrities than a red carpet in Hollywood, Patricia has her work cut out. Oh, and Lady Mary is back, so that will help ... not!

      Four Ex-Wives and a Wedding
    • 2023

      The Missing Sapphire of Zangrabar

      • 538 pages
      • 19 hours of reading

      A woman takes control of her life after discovering her husband's infidelity by draining his bank accounts and embarking on a liberating cruise. This bold decision leads her on a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and adventure, as she navigates new relationships and experiences while leaving her past behind. The narrative explores themes of betrayal, resilience, and the pursuit of happiness against the backdrop of a transformative getaway.

      The Missing Sapphire of Zangrabar
    • 2023

      The Gastrothief

      • 344 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Exploring the theme of life's journeys, the narrative delves into the transformative experiences that shape individuals. It raises profound questions about the destinations we seek and the paths we take, emphasizing that the end of one journey often leads to the beginning of another. Through introspective moments and relatable characters, the story invites readers to reflect on their own journeys and the significance of each step along the way.

      The Gastrothief
    • 2023

      The Director's Cut

      • 466 pages
      • 17 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of a film shoot on a luxury cruise, the story follows a confident woman in her fifties who finds herself entangled in a murder mystery when a handsome actor is killed. With a cryptic threat against her friend Barbie, she teams up with her butler Jermaine and an unlikely extra, Shane, to uncover the killer. As they navigate a web of deception involving the film's cast, they must race against time to prevent further violence while tackling their own quirky dynamics.

      The Director's Cut
    • 2023

      Something Stolen, Something Blue

      • 258 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Caught in a dilemma, the protagonist grapples with the consequences of her choices. Torn between societal expectations and personal desires, she faces pressure to conform while yearning for independence. As she navigates relationships and self-discovery, themes of empowerment and the struggle for autonomy emerge. The narrative explores the complexities of saying yes or no, ultimately leading to a journey of self-acceptance and strength.

      Something Stolen, Something Blue
    • 2023

      A Reason to Kill

      • 260 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      The discovery of a stowaway's body aboard the ship sets off a chain of unexpected events, plunging the crew into a whirlwind of danger and intrigue. As they grapple with the implications of this grim find, tensions rise and secrets are revealed, leading to a gripping exploration of survival and morality amidst chaos.

      A Reason to Kill
    • 2023

      Baking. It can get a guy killed. And this time it does. A murder staged to look like a suicide fools everyone except Albert Smith. He knows better. In Lyme Regis with his faithful dog, the victim invited him to visit the seaside resort. Now he's dead and Albert wants to know why. But when the trail of clues leads Albert into a darkened courtyard, Rex finds himself left to investigate alone and all too soon a second body is discovered. Is there a killer out there? Or are the suicides just poorly timed? In a deadly race to the finish, Albert knows he may have to sacrifice himself to save the next victim and Rex must risk everything to save Albert. In a battle high on the cliffs above the Jurassic Coast, does that leave anyone to save Rex? One final roll of the dice, that's all Albert and Rex wanted. Maybe they ought to have gone straight home.

      Lyme Regis Layover - Rex Takes the Biscuit
    • 2022

      A Dress to Die For

      • 356 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      When Felicity Philips visits a wedding dress boutique only to find the owner strangled and posed, she finds herself unwittingly embroiled in yet another desperate investigation. The dead dressmaker has been stuffed into a near priceless one-off by a famous designer and somehow three of Felicity's brides have paid a deposit for it. Is one of them the killer? With arch-rival, Primrose Green, stirring things up and the palace decision on who will run the next royal wedding looming, Felicity needs to get ahead of the impending PR disaster and fast. But killer brides aren't her only concern. Her newest employee's old boss wants her to fire him and looks set to stop at nothing to make her do it, local P.I. Vince Slater is still trying to romance her knickers off, and there's a ghost in her office. I wonder who she'll hire to sort that out? Get ready for another frenetic adventure as Felicity Philips grabs her sassy cat, make-believe-superhero dog, and ninja niece, and sets out to uncover who wanted the dress badly enough to kill for it. She had better pray she does, because this is a dress to die for, and the killing might not be finished yet. Marriage. It can be absolute murder.

      A Dress to Die For
    • 2022

      Top Dog

      • 284 pages
      • 10 hours of reading
      Top Dog
    • 2022

      Death by Pirates

      • 296 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of an annual pirate festival in the British Union Isles, the story follows Patricia and her friends as they disembark to join the festivities. Their adventure takes an unexpected turn when they encounter an eccentric millionaire who seeks to hire them, leading to a series of intriguing and entertaining events. The blend of celebration and unexpected opportunities sets the stage for a lively exploration of friendship and adventure.

      Death by Pirates