The first edition of the novel was published in december 14th 2005, and was written by peter james. Dead simple is the stunning first novel in the number one bestselling roy grace series from awardwinning author, peter james detective superintendent roy graces first major case is one hell ever forget. Hugh bonneville to star in adaptation of peter james dead. Dead simple was the first book by number one bestselling crime and thriller writer peter james to be part of the multimillioncopy series featuring the definitive brighton detective, roy grace.
Dead simple is one of those books where to reveal even the most basic details will spoil, so all i will say is that when a stag night prank goes. Synopsis dead simple is the stunning first novel in the number one bestselling roy grace series from awardwinning author, peter james detective superintendent roy graces first major case is one hell ever forget. All his novels reflect his deep interest in the world of the police. His friends are killed and no one knows about the prank. Dead simple and roy grace television series peter james. He was born in brighton, the son of cornelia james, the former glovemaker to queen elizabeth ii. First was the opening where michael harrison is entombed in a coffin and buried in the ground by his friends during a bachelor party. The first in a new detective series featuring detective superintendent roy grace will pass a few idle hours but probably not excite. Four mates robbo, luke, michael and josh, went out for the evening to celebrate michael last night as a single man before his wedding to ashley. For one mans disaster is another mans fortunedead simple the stunning first novel in a gripping new mystery series, dead simple marks the triumphant return of one of britains most ingenious crime writers. Robbo luke and josh decide to give michael a night to remember and buried him in with a breathing tube and a phone.
British author jamess farfetched but terrifying thriller is the first of a new series featuring det. The characters were engaging and the twists in the story were just fantastic. Dead simple is the stunning first novel in the number one bestselling roy grace series from awardwinning author, peter james. The stunning first novel in a gripping new mystery series, dead simple marks the. Peter james first novel, dead letter drop, was published in 1981. With only three days to the wedding, detective superintendent grace a man haunted by the shadow of his own. Synopsis a special edition of dead simple, the first book in the roy grace series by peter james, reissued with a bright retro design to celebrate pans 70th anniversary it was meant to be a harmless stagnight prank.
Below is a list of peter james novels in order of publication date and chronological order. Peter james is developing dead simple into a feature length film. His first book, dead letter drop was an entertaining read because it grasped the reader in its first few. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers.
Dead simple spl by peter james and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. By peter james dead simple by peter james michael harrison had it all. Peter james, the master of crime fiction childrens. Peter explains why he created detective superintendent roy grace. Dead simple by peter james was a gripping and intense story about a prank between friends gone all wrong. But then he has a lot to gain more than anyone realizes. This is a real page turner that had me hooked from start to finish, i didnt want it to end.
As a peter james newbie, i have to say after reading dead simple, im now a huge fan of both peter james and roy grace. The book begins with a group of friends celebrating michael harrisons stag night. Peter james roy grace novels in chronological order. I loved the plot in that one and also have really enjoyed the next 8. Have passed this book onto three of my relatives who have never read anything by peter james, they are now also hooked and reading everything by him.
Dead simple is book one in the roy grace series by peter james. That is the basis of peter james first book in the series of roy grace, dead simple. But within hours of picking up the cd that had been left behind on the train seat next to him, and attempting to return it to its owner, he is the sole witness to a vicious murder. Detective superintendent roy graces first major case is one hell ever forget. Not dead yet detective superintendent roy grace dead mans grip roy grace dead like you detective superintendent roy grace, book 6 dead simple. This novel definitely screamed blockbuster to me, attributing his screenwriting and film background which added that element of being thoroughly entertained not wanting to put the book down. A few hours later, four of his best friends are dead, and michael harrison has disappeared. More than one character is very cerebral, however, and i believe that is a clue to how much peter james enjoys writing tantalizing mystery fiction. Buy dead simple by peter james from waterstones today. The prank in this case is four friends of michael harrison locking him in a coffin during a drunken spree, which leads to the four friends being killed while michael is in a coffin, days away from an uncertain death. His books were going to be adapted for tv but james cancelled the option after development stretched on too long. Peter james, the british thriller writer, is developing dead simple, the first novel in his bestselling crime series, as a feature. Have read almost everything by peter james and can honestly say dead simple is a work of sheer genius gripping from start to finish and very difficult to put down.
Dead simple roy grace, book 1 by peter james book cover, description, publication history. Roy grace is a new, and very different detective, based in brighton, in england a city that is. Dead simple by peter james, 9781447262480, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Internet archive contributor internet archive language english. He writes a great story and interweaves the developing personal lives of the characters.
Dead simple was the first book by numberone bestselling crime and thriller writer peter james to be part of the multimillioncopy series featuring the definitive. Peter james is a very talented crimethriller writer this book grabbed me from the. With only three days to the wedding, detective superintendent grace a man haunted by the shadow of his own missi. Dead simple by peter james what is that book about. While out celebrating with a group of friends a few nights before the wedding, michael. A few hours later four of his best friends are dead and michael harrison has disappeared. The main characters of this mystery, crime story are roy grace, glenn branson. But a few hours later, the groom has disappeared and his friends are dead. Free download or read online dead simple pdf epub book. The stunning first novel in a gripping new mystery series, dead simple marks the triumphant return of one of britains most ingenious crime writers. Peter j james born 22 august 1948 is an international british writer of crime fiction. Swiss tv scriptwriter daniel eckhart is adapting the screenplay. Peter james roy grace books in order pan macmillan.
The perfect murder, dead simple and not dead enough have all been turned into smashhit stage plays. Dead simple, the first in the acclaimed roy grace series definitely showed why peter james is an international bestselling author. From start to finish, this book kept me guessing and turning the pages until the wee hours of the morning. Dead simple i originally picked this book up after my mum recommended another peter james book dead tomorrow and am so glad i did. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 336 pages and is available in hardcover format. Dead simple roy grace, book 1 by peter james fantastic fiction. Pdf dead simple book by peter james free download 336. There is a lot of work going on behind the scenes about the possibility of a roy grace television series, but please do not expect it to happen anytime soon. Dead simple roy grace series book 1 and millions of other books are available for instant. A few hours later michael harrison has disappeared and his friends are dead. Peter has also written a short story collection, a twist of the knife, and his standalone titles include perfect people and the house on cold hill. Peter james has 107 books on goodreads with 265963 ratings. A totally gripping crime thriller with a new cop on the block, one roy grace, scarred by a past which surely will be revealed in future books. Dead simple and roy grace television series thanks to all of you who have emailed me about the prospect of a tv series based on my roy grace books.