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DI Jamie Johansson #13
The Deepest Grave Of All
In the dead of winter, a frozen grave is waiting ...With Jamie and her team reeling from their most recent match-up with Julian Voss, they must come together to hunt him down once and for all. He's been playing Jamie in a deadly game, and she's lost at every turn ...
But now he's gone too far. Her career is in ruin, her family fractured, and her mind pushed to breaking point. What Voss doesn't realise, though, is that Jamie has been holding back, keeping a darkness of her own locked up for years. She always feared it, but now, with everything at stake, she's finally opening a door to a part of herself she promised she never would.
In the midst of the worst winter in decades, Jamie must battle the elements alongside her own demons as she tracks Voss, and grapples with the cost of her decisions. Each move brings Voss closer, but comes with a heavy price. They've been playing his game up to now, but Jamie finally has the advantage. Because this time, there are no rules.
And now he's playing her game.
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The Deepest Grave Of All is the sixth heart-stopping instalment of the Jamie Johansson Files series, and the 13th book in the Jamie Johansson series overall. Perfect for new and existing fans of the series, and readers of Simon McCleave, DS Butler, and Angela Marsons.
But now he's gone too far. Her career is in ruin, her family fractured, and her mind pushed to breaking point. What Voss doesn't realise, though, is that Jamie has been holding back, keeping a darkness of her own locked up for years. She always feared it, but now, with everything at stake, she's finally opening a door to a part of herself she promised she never would.
In the midst of the worst winter in decades, Jamie must battle the elements alongside her own demons as she tracks Voss, and grapples with the cost of her decisions. Each move brings Voss closer, but comes with a heavy price. They've been playing his game up to now, but Jamie finally has the advantage. Because this time, there are no rules.
And now he's playing her game.
***
The Deepest Grave Of All is the sixth heart-stopping instalment of the Jamie Johansson Files series, and the 13th book in the Jamie Johansson series overall. Perfect for new and existing fans of the series, and readers of Simon McCleave, DS Butler, and Angela Marsons.
364 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 28, 2026
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About the author
Morgan Greene
31 books352 followersMorgan Greene grew up in Wales, and works a copywriter, editor, and author. Morgan studied Creative Writing and English Literature at Swansea University with a focus on narrative structure and theory, and published the first crime novel in the Jamie Johansson series in 2020. Since its release, the series has gone on to reach bestseller status, with Detective Jamie Johansson quickly becoming a reader favourite.
The series blends classic Scandi-noir elements with modern and cinematic thriller writing to create a unique style that adds to the emerging Brit-noir genre. Jamie has many novels ahead of her, but Morgan is also working on a variety of other projects across crime, thriller, and mystery and plans to publish plenty more in 2022 and beyond.
The series blends classic Scandi-noir elements with modern and cinematic thriller writing to create a unique style that adds to the emerging Brit-noir genre. Jamie has many novels ahead of her, but Morgan is also working on a variety of other projects across crime, thriller, and mystery and plans to publish plenty more in 2022 and beyond.
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March 30, 2026
A long-time fan of Morgan Greene and his DI Jamie Johansson series, I went into this finale with high expectations—and walked away thoroughly satisfied. This is a gripping, emotionally charged conclusion that delivers exactly what longtime readers have been waiting for.
When Jamie’s adopted daughter, Alina, is abducted in broad daylight, the stakes couldn’t be higher. What follows is not just another case, but a deeply personal, all-consuming mission. Jamie assembles a trusted team and launches a relentless hunt, determined to bring Alina home—no matter the cost. Opposing her once more is the sadistic Julian Voss, a villain who has consistently stayed one step ahead. This time, however, Jamie has nothing left to lose, and that changes everything.
Greene wastes no time ramping up the tension. Short, sharp chapters and multiple perspectives keep the pace relentless, pulling the reader through a story that is equal parts thriller and emotional reckoning. There’s a strong sense of culmination here, as threads from across the series are woven together with care, ensuring this finale feels earned and complete.
The character work remains a standout. Familiar faces return with purpose, adding depth and continuity, while the inclusion of Solomon Church offers a rewarding crossover moment for attentive fans. Jamie herself is as compelling as ever—driven, flawed, and fiercely determined. Watching her pushed to her absolute limits makes for some of the most powerful moments in the series.
The plot is packed with twists, surprises, and a mounting sense of urgency that never lets up. While the series has often focused on solving complex cases, this instalment shifts into a full-scale rescue mission—arguably Jamie’s most important fight. The emotional weight of that shift lands hard, elevating the narrative beyond a standard procedural.
Greene has crafted a finale that is both explosive and reflective, balancing action with consequence. Revenge, loss, and sacrifice all come into play, and not without cost. It’s a bold ending that respects the journey while delivering a satisfying, if bittersweet, sense of closure.
If this truly is the last we see of DI Jamie Johansson, it’s a fitting send-off for a character who has kept me turning pages late into the night. That said, I can’t help but hope this isn’t goodbye forever.
Kudos, Mr. Greene, for a stellar conclusion to a series well worth my time!
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When Jamie’s adopted daughter, Alina, is abducted in broad daylight, the stakes couldn’t be higher. What follows is not just another case, but a deeply personal, all-consuming mission. Jamie assembles a trusted team and launches a relentless hunt, determined to bring Alina home—no matter the cost. Opposing her once more is the sadistic Julian Voss, a villain who has consistently stayed one step ahead. This time, however, Jamie has nothing left to lose, and that changes everything.
Greene wastes no time ramping up the tension. Short, sharp chapters and multiple perspectives keep the pace relentless, pulling the reader through a story that is equal parts thriller and emotional reckoning. There’s a strong sense of culmination here, as threads from across the series are woven together with care, ensuring this finale feels earned and complete.
The character work remains a standout. Familiar faces return with purpose, adding depth and continuity, while the inclusion of Solomon Church offers a rewarding crossover moment for attentive fans. Jamie herself is as compelling as ever—driven, flawed, and fiercely determined. Watching her pushed to her absolute limits makes for some of the most powerful moments in the series.
The plot is packed with twists, surprises, and a mounting sense of urgency that never lets up. While the series has often focused on solving complex cases, this instalment shifts into a full-scale rescue mission—arguably Jamie’s most important fight. The emotional weight of that shift lands hard, elevating the narrative beyond a standard procedural.
Greene has crafted a finale that is both explosive and reflective, balancing action with consequence. Revenge, loss, and sacrifice all come into play, and not without cost. It’s a bold ending that respects the journey while delivering a satisfying, if bittersweet, sense of closure.
If this truly is the last we see of DI Jamie Johansson, it’s a fitting send-off for a character who has kept me turning pages late into the night. That said, I can’t help but hope this isn’t goodbye forever.
Kudos, Mr. Greene, for a stellar conclusion to a series well worth my time!
Love/hate the review? An ever-growing collection of others appears at:
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May 11, 2026
4.6⭐️
Not sure how I want to rate this. I enjoyed it but also felt like it was meh at times and wasn’t as satisfying an ending - presuming for now this is the 16/16 book in JJ series - as I wanted. Enjoyed the split plots but personally I hate Elliot and didn’t care for his side story and felt that this didn’t show his character in the way I think of him, but also wanted more from Church, Thorsen and Alina.. I liked the epilogue as I didn’t see that twist but also just wanted so much more
Not sure how I want to rate this. I enjoyed it but also felt like it was meh at times and wasn’t as satisfying an ending - presuming for now this is the 16/16 book in JJ series - as I wanted. Enjoyed the split plots but personally I hate Elliot and didn’t care for his side story and felt that this didn’t show his character in the way I think of him, but also wanted more from Church, Thorsen and Alina.. I liked the epilogue as I didn’t see that twist but also just wanted so much more
April 4, 2026
Book 13 in the Jamie Johansson series and the author has said this is her finale, which I’m gutted about. At the end of the last book Jamie’s adopted daughter Alina was kidnapped from her high security school by the ruthless Julian Voss. Told from multiple POVs this is an emotional and compelling read.
Briefly, with the help of three of her long time friends and former partners Jamie sets out to search for Voss and Alina. But when the trail divides, with Alina being taken in one direction and Voss going in a different one, against Jamie’s wishes, the foursome end up splitting up. Two following Voss and two chasing Alina’s trail. Then in a freezing snow bound village Jamie comes up against one of her former, and most dangerous, adversaries.
Jamie is a difficult character to love as she has a lot of darkness about her but I always feel like she is genuinely a person who is fighting for what is right. She just tends to use methods that are somewhat unorthodox! Her love for Alina is one abiding truth in the evil world Jamie has been a part of for so long. My dream for Jamie was for her to finally settle down with a partner and Alina away from the nightmares she has lived. Did she? You will have to read the book to find out. This story was as dark as dark can get, violent and uncompromising and an ending I couldn’t have imagined. I loved the book, I loved Jamie but I still have questions. Cracking read.
Review of advance copy received from Author
The Deepest Grave of All delivers an intense and emotionally charged crime thriller set against the brutal backdrop of winter. Detective Jamie Johansson faces one of the most dangerous moments of her career as she hunts the elusive Julian Voss, a ruthless enemy who has been manipulating events and staying one step ahead at every turn.
As the investigation deepens, Jamie’s personal life begins to unravel—her career is threatened, her family relationships are strained, and the psychological toll of the chase pushes her to the edge. What makes this installment particularly gripping is Jamie’s internal battle, as she confronts a darker side of herself she has long tried to keep buried.
With high stakes, psychological tension, and a relentless cat-and-mouse pursuit, the story keeps readers on edge as Jamie fights both the freezing elements and a brilliant adversary. A powerful addition to the series that will appeal to fans of dark detective thrillers and character-driven crime fiction.
As the investigation deepens, Jamie’s personal life begins to unravel—her career is threatened, her family relationships are strained, and the psychological toll of the chase pushes her to the edge. What makes this installment particularly gripping is Jamie’s internal battle, as she confronts a darker side of herself she has long tried to keep buried.
With high stakes, psychological tension, and a relentless cat-and-mouse pursuit, the story keeps readers on edge as Jamie fights both the freezing elements and a brilliant adversary. A powerful addition to the series that will appeal to fans of dark detective thrillers and character-driven crime fiction.
April 5, 2026
Well this is the last book for Jamie Johansson according to Morgan Greene, but there's something that tells me he could change his mind like Jo Nesbø and do a turnaround sometime in the far future. Jamie has all of the people who were lovers and partners in this book. Kjell Thorsen, Solomon Church and Elliot were with Jamie looking for Alina who was abducted by Lena Viklund and Julian Voss. They split up and Lena went to Aldersbourg and Julian went to Berlin. Thorsen and Jamie went after Lena, and Church and Elliot went after Voss in Berlin. Each of these people were homing in on Lena and Voss and went through hell to finally get them in the end. Jamie shot Lena and Elliot knifed Voss. In the end Alina was back in Georgia (the country) and Jamie found her there and became her guardian. I hope that this isn't the end for Jamie.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Here we are, wrapping up the final instalment in the Jamie Johansson series. It's a very creepy and sinister cat and mouse game throughout as Jamie and the others set out to find the elusive Julian Voss and the abducted Alina.
The story is relentless, made even more so by the creepiness and links back to some events in an earlier book. I liked how there was constant turmoil surrounding Jamie and even all the others, leading to even more conflict within the team which is not good with everything going on. I found myself reading with bated breath as I turned each page, not knowing what was going to happen next. I liked how things ended up in the end, my initial disappointment when I thought how it was going to end turning to a satisfied smile when I realised where things were going. A very satisfying conclusion.
The story is relentless, made even more so by the creepiness and links back to some events in an earlier book. I liked how there was constant turmoil surrounding Jamie and even all the others, leading to even more conflict within the team which is not good with everything going on. I found myself reading with bated breath as I turned each page, not knowing what was going to happen next. I liked how things ended up in the end, my initial disappointment when I thought how it was going to end turning to a satisfied smile when I realised where things were going. A very satisfying conclusion.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Many thanks as ever to Morgan Greene for the advanced reader copy of this book.
Well what can I say, it's the end of the Jamie Johansson era! As much as I'm sad it's come to the end I guess all good things have to as they say.
I have loved every single book as we have followed Jamie along the way and this last installment didn't disappoint. It's dark and deliciously creepy in parts and I loved this and the nod to one of the previous books. The pace is utterly relentless throughout and it's a real cat and mouse game that I thoroughly enjoyed. I also thought the ending was perfect and did Jamie's character justice.
Thank you Morgan for the wild ride that has been Jamie, it really has been a pleasure to read all the books and I shall miss her and all the other characters massively but I have loved being a part of it and I very much look forward to what is coming next from you.
Well what can I say, it's the end of the Jamie Johansson era! As much as I'm sad it's come to the end I guess all good things have to as they say.
I have loved every single book as we have followed Jamie along the way and this last installment didn't disappoint. It's dark and deliciously creepy in parts and I loved this and the nod to one of the previous books. The pace is utterly relentless throughout and it's a real cat and mouse game that I thoroughly enjoyed. I also thought the ending was perfect and did Jamie's character justice.
Thank you Morgan for the wild ride that has been Jamie, it really has been a pleasure to read all the books and I shall miss her and all the other characters massively but I have loved being a part of it and I very much look forward to what is coming next from you.
April 6, 2026
The final instalment in this series after 16 novels about Jamie Johansson, Morgan Greene has decided to move on This series has been very hit and miss with convoluted plot lines bouncing between the series yet has been always engrossing and thrilling.Cetainly this last one had dark gothic undertones with a reprise of an earlier book, Elliot gets his Nemesis, and becomes something of the ancient mariner of psychopaths ,Jamie is left somewhat unhinged and utterly desolate, but the epilogue does neatly give the reader a somewhat happy conclusion.
Morgan Greene's authors note was excruciatingly honest about the trials and tribulations of being self publishing and his criticism of his work, but that aside, he created an extraordinary series of thrillers with fantastic characters .
Morgan Greene's authors note was excruciatingly honest about the trials and tribulations of being self publishing and his criticism of his work, but that aside, he created an extraordinary series of thrillers with fantastic characters .
April 12, 2026
not the best (spoilers included)
Sorry but this wasn’t the best ending - I’ve loved every book in this series but this is definitely weakest of all of them, most books have us dashing here and there with lots of twists and normally most questions are answered but not this one, why was it so simple, no real conclusions to why Voss and Lena allowed themselves to die, it feels rushed like the author just needed to finish the series and didn’t know how - it’s a real shame but maybe it’s just me
Sorry but this wasn’t the best ending - I’ve loved every book in this series but this is definitely weakest of all of them, most books have us dashing here and there with lots of twists and normally most questions are answered but not this one, why was it so simple, no real conclusions to why Voss and Lena allowed themselves to die, it feels rushed like the author just needed to finish the series and didn’t know how - it’s a real shame but maybe it’s just me
April 28, 2026
All books in series read
I discovered Angel Maker on my Kindle and since then, it was a journey. I just dived into the Jaime Johansson books with curiosity and understanding. I couldn't wait to find out her next adventure. I was mesmerised with writting, so real, so adicting...after 16 books, it is hard to say goodbye to Jaime, Elliot, Kjell, Wiik, Solomon.......it will take some time to realize there's no next book. Big thank you to Morgan Greene for giving us the privilege to enjoy those books.
I discovered Angel Maker on my Kindle and since then, it was a journey. I just dived into the Jaime Johansson books with curiosity and understanding. I couldn't wait to find out her next adventure. I was mesmerised with writting, so real, so adicting...after 16 books, it is hard to say goodbye to Jaime, Elliot, Kjell, Wiik, Solomon.......it will take some time to realize there's no next book. Big thank you to Morgan Greene for giving us the privilege to enjoy those books.
April 2, 2026
A dark ending to the Jamie Johansson series, where the boundaries between evil and truth are blurred. Morgan Greene has established himself as one of the true leaders of British crime fiction with this series. Like most readers I’m hoping Jamie will return but if not, then this book gives a fitting end.
March 28, 2026
Another fantastic read
Never fails to impress, had me on on the edge of my seat a few times and now I'm left thinking " oh no this can't be the end " what on earth follows now with Jamie, well done again Morgan another fab read
Never fails to impress, had me on on the edge of my seat a few times and now I'm left thinking " oh no this can't be the end " what on earth follows now with Jamie, well done again Morgan another fab read
April 4, 2026
So sad that this unputdownable series has come to an end ,I’ve been on the edge of my seat awaiting every book’s release.this book was another fantastic read with an unexpected ending.i loved it.five stars.
March 31, 2026
Great ending to the series
Loved the series!
Have read all of the books in the series and thought the ending was great.
Thanks for the effort.
Loved the series!
Have read all of the books in the series and thought the ending was great.
Thanks for the effort.
April 25, 2026
Amazing book
So much in this last book. I am so sorry to see Jamie go. She brought me to this author with Angel Maker. I still think these books need a movie or a series.
So much in this last book. I am so sorry to see Jamie go. She brought me to this author with Angel Maker. I still think these books need a movie or a series.
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