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DCI Evan Warlow #19
Cross Cut
The dead don’t haunt Warlow. The living do.
When a refuse worker discovers the body of media student Nicholas Vernon in a quiet Welsh town, Detective Evan Warlow and his team are drawn into a case that spirals from routine enquiry to nightmare. Behind the whispers and online rumours lies a truth far darker than anyone is ready to face. A truth entangled in macabre obsessions and the plight of the homeless.
With forensic evidence thin on the ground and local loyalties running deep, Warlow must confront both a killer—and a truth about his own mortality he’s long avoided.
A gripping procedural with haunting undertones, this novel will keep you turning pages long into the night
Tense, gritty, and impossible to put down, CROSS CUT marks the nineteenth outing from bestselling crime author Rhys Dylan. A must-read for fans of JD Kirk, Simon McCleave, and Peter Robinson.
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT Rhys Dylan’s INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING DCI WARLOW
"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A tightly written story, by someone who knows how to write a chilling tale.” Amazon Review, THE ENGINE HOUSE
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Would give this book a ten if I could absolutely love it and what a great team they are making." Amazon Review, CAUTION DEATH AT WORK
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love the writing, very compelling, captivating and comfortable to read. Thanks again for a brilliant book." Amazon Review, ICE COLD MALICE
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Wow, that was some read. Again, read in one sitting as the author has the uncanny knack of getting into your head and you thinking, just one more chapter then I'll go and do the housework!" AMZ Review, SUFFER THE DEAD
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Based in Wales this, a beautifully written police book with many twists and turns, but with great credibility. Certainly the best I've read for many a month, so roll on the next one.” AMZ Review, GRAVELY CONCERNED
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Justifiably the best around. Do yourself a favour and read this series.” AMZ Review, A MARK OF IMPERFECTION
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Great book, great series. From first to last an excellent series, especially the enjoyable side comments., likeable characters, and absorbing plots. More! More!" AMZ Review LINES OF INQUIRY
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I cannot believe I have finished (for the time until book 15 is released.) I have read this series back to back, finishing one then downloading the next. Such fabulous storytelling with wonderful characters that you so easily relate to." AMZ Review DRAGON’S BREATH
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐. "Evan Warlow and his team are one of my favourites and I could find no fault at all with this book." AMZ Review, THE LAST THROW
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I have read all the DCI Warlow books and can highly recommend them to anyone who loves crime novels. This had me hooked from page one and I did not see the ending coming at all. Brilliantly written and with engaging characters."AMZ Review. A WORD WITH THE DEAD
When a refuse worker discovers the body of media student Nicholas Vernon in a quiet Welsh town, Detective Evan Warlow and his team are drawn into a case that spirals from routine enquiry to nightmare. Behind the whispers and online rumours lies a truth far darker than anyone is ready to face. A truth entangled in macabre obsessions and the plight of the homeless.
With forensic evidence thin on the ground and local loyalties running deep, Warlow must confront both a killer—and a truth about his own mortality he’s long avoided.
A gripping procedural with haunting undertones, this novel will keep you turning pages long into the night
Tense, gritty, and impossible to put down, CROSS CUT marks the nineteenth outing from bestselling crime author Rhys Dylan. A must-read for fans of JD Kirk, Simon McCleave, and Peter Robinson.
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT Rhys Dylan’s INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING DCI WARLOW
"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A tightly written story, by someone who knows how to write a chilling tale.” Amazon Review, THE ENGINE HOUSE
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Would give this book a ten if I could absolutely love it and what a great team they are making." Amazon Review, CAUTION DEATH AT WORK
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love the writing, very compelling, captivating and comfortable to read. Thanks again for a brilliant book." Amazon Review, ICE COLD MALICE
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Wow, that was some read. Again, read in one sitting as the author has the uncanny knack of getting into your head and you thinking, just one more chapter then I'll go and do the housework!" AMZ Review, SUFFER THE DEAD
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Based in Wales this, a beautifully written police book with many twists and turns, but with great credibility. Certainly the best I've read for many a month, so roll on the next one.” AMZ Review, GRAVELY CONCERNED
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Justifiably the best around. Do yourself a favour and read this series.” AMZ Review, A MARK OF IMPERFECTION
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Great book, great series. From first to last an excellent series, especially the enjoyable side comments., likeable characters, and absorbing plots. More! More!" AMZ Review LINES OF INQUIRY
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I cannot believe I have finished (for the time until book 15 is released.) I have read this series back to back, finishing one then downloading the next. Such fabulous storytelling with wonderful characters that you so easily relate to." AMZ Review DRAGON’S BREATH
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐. "Evan Warlow and his team are one of my favourites and I could find no fault at all with this book." AMZ Review, THE LAST THROW
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I have read all the DCI Warlow books and can highly recommend them to anyone who loves crime novels. This had me hooked from page one and I did not see the ending coming at all. Brilliantly written and with engaging characters."AMZ Review. A WORD WITH THE DEAD
310 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 22, 2026
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Rhys Dylan
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Rhys Dylan lives on the edge of the Black mountains of Wales with his wife and a dog who doesn't like the rain.
Though he has written books for children and adults under different pen names in other genres, the Black Beacons Murder Mystery series sees him return to crime and his love of Celtic noir and dark humour.
He hopes readers will find a brief escape from a very troubled world inside the stories. He does not expect to get rich as an author, but as someone once famously said, money can't buy you love, but it can get you some great chocolate digestives.
https://www.instagram.com/rhysdylanbo...
Rhys Dylan lives on the edge of the Black mountains of Wales with his wife and a dog who doesn't like the rain.
Though he has written books for children and adults under different pen names in other genres, the Black Beacons Murder Mystery series sees him return to crime and his love of Celtic noir and dark humour.
He hopes readers will find a brief escape from a very troubled world inside the stories. He does not expect to get rich as an author, but as someone once famously said, money can't buy you love, but it can get you some great chocolate digestives.
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February 6, 2026
To be honest, this wasn’t my favourite Evan Warlow book. I felt the story dragged on and wasn’t as exciting as they usually are. Didn’t hear much about Cadi either.
But it was an enjoyable read and I look firwsrd to book 20.
But it was an enjoyable read and I look firwsrd to book 20.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Book 19 in the DCI Evan Warlow series and another great read. For anyone who hasn’t read the earlier books stop now spoiler incoming. In the last book Evan was diagnosed with a heart condition and is awaiting imminent surgery. Against his partner Jess’s wishes he has gone back to work, promising to take it easy. All the usual team members are back with some extra help from the local police as Evan and his team are moved to the local station for the period of the investigation.
Briefly, the body of a young man, Nicholas Vernon, was found by refuse workers in Fishguard, Wales. The police investigation finds out that he was a bit of a loner, no true friends, and looked after both of his ailing parents. He had an obsession with horror films and the police think his death could be connected to a TikTok fad. There are few suspects until a homeless man comes onto their radar, but something is making Evan uncomfortable.
At the risk of repeating myself I love this series and the great team of police officers. There is a side story going on involving Rhys and a stag party but I’ll say no more about that! It’s a very good plot, although I did guess the killer pretty early on, but that didn’t matter one iota. The issue of homelessness and mental health is dealt with sympathetically as is the danger of social media influence on children. Such a good read and as for that ending! My mouth dropped. Make sure you read the authors notes! That’s all…
Briefly, the body of a young man, Nicholas Vernon, was found by refuse workers in Fishguard, Wales. The police investigation finds out that he was a bit of a loner, no true friends, and looked after both of his ailing parents. He had an obsession with horror films and the police think his death could be connected to a TikTok fad. There are few suspects until a homeless man comes onto their radar, but something is making Evan uncomfortable.
At the risk of repeating myself I love this series and the great team of police officers. There is a side story going on involving Rhys and a stag party but I’ll say no more about that! It’s a very good plot, although I did guess the killer pretty early on, but that didn’t matter one iota. The issue of homelessness and mental health is dealt with sympathetically as is the danger of social media influence on children. Such a good read and as for that ending! My mouth dropped. Make sure you read the authors notes! That’s all…
Review of advance copy received from Author
Wow, I can't believe that we are book 19 into the DCI Evan Warlow series and the series just keeps getting better, if that's at all possible.
Evan isn't having the greatest of times lately after suffering with a severe case of pneumonia and having to spend Christmas in hospital they discover that Evans ticker isn't doing so great either and will need to have an operation to rectify the problem.
But of course that doesn't stop Evan from returning to work even against his partner Jess's wishes.
And what a blinder of a case to work back into.
The body of a seventeen year old Nicholas Vernon is discovered by refuse workers in the small town of Fishguard in Wales.
Nicholas was a loner and didn't tend to mix well with others.
His passion was film especially the horror genre but has this new TikTok challenge that everyone is talking about and playing have anything to do with his death?
There is a side shuffle regarding Rhys and a stag do in Amsterdam, but I'll leave you to discover that one!
The touch on mental health, homelessness and the influence of social media on children was written brilliantly.
And of my gosh, that ending me on the edge of my seat.
Bravo Mr Dylan.
Evan isn't having the greatest of times lately after suffering with a severe case of pneumonia and having to spend Christmas in hospital they discover that Evans ticker isn't doing so great either and will need to have an operation to rectify the problem.
But of course that doesn't stop Evan from returning to work even against his partner Jess's wishes.
And what a blinder of a case to work back into.
The body of a seventeen year old Nicholas Vernon is discovered by refuse workers in the small town of Fishguard in Wales.
Nicholas was a loner and didn't tend to mix well with others.
His passion was film especially the horror genre but has this new TikTok challenge that everyone is talking about and playing have anything to do with his death?
There is a side shuffle regarding Rhys and a stag do in Amsterdam, but I'll leave you to discover that one!
The touch on mental health, homelessness and the influence of social media on children was written brilliantly.
And of my gosh, that ending me on the edge of my seat.
Bravo Mr Dylan.
February 25, 2026
I just love all the Rhys Dylan books. I feel its really worth reading them in order. I think this is number 19. He writes about 4 a year. I'm now really invested in all the characters so can get into the book immediately. im not sure i'd enjoy them as much just picking up a later one as the characters and their relationships have developed so much and Rhys does refer to cases in the earlier cases novels. That said, im sure each novel is perfectly good to read as stand alone as its a complete story and relationships and links to the past are explained (which can be annoyingly repetitive for the regular reader who has read them all!). Living in Wales I also recognise all the places.ive just discovered he is also writing as Dylan Young about a different detective cold case team in the Forest of Dean. Another place I know well. Ive just read the first one of these and am waiting for the second to be published in March
March 19, 2026
Best series ever !
Rhys,
I'm Joe Knowles, live in Maryland USA and have been an avid reader since my late 30's. My wife of @ 44 years turned me onto Stephen King when we first met and I evolved a craving for British mysteries. My paternal Grandfather, Frederick Knowles, was born and raised in Derby and have family living in Nottinghamshire!
I've read hundreds books but this is the first review I've ever posted. I'm really going to miss the team at HQ, their tea sessions and Gil's dad jokes!! You have an incredible way of creating real characters, true to life story lines that had me intrigued, crying, laughing out loud, hardly able to turn the pages to see where you'd taken the story. Thank you for this wonderful series, plots full realism and people who know how to work to complete their work. I hope I'll enjoy your other books half as much... Well done!!
Rhys,
I'm Joe Knowles, live in Maryland USA and have been an avid reader since my late 30's. My wife of @ 44 years turned me onto Stephen King when we first met and I evolved a craving for British mysteries. My paternal Grandfather, Frederick Knowles, was born and raised in Derby and have family living in Nottinghamshire!
I've read hundreds books but this is the first review I've ever posted. I'm really going to miss the team at HQ, their tea sessions and Gil's dad jokes!! You have an incredible way of creating real characters, true to life story lines that had me intrigued, crying, laughing out loud, hardly able to turn the pages to see where you'd taken the story. Thank you for this wonderful series, plots full realism and people who know how to work to complete their work. I hope I'll enjoy your other books half as much... Well done!!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Cross Cut by Rhys Dylan is book 19 in the DCI Evan Warlow series. I can’t believe this is book 19 in this wonderful series. A couple of refuse collectors make a grim discovery one morning on their rounds in Fishguard, Wales. It isn’t helped when it is the body of a teenager. Homelessness, and mental health, rears its sad head too. Evan is also dealing with personal issues. The team - Evan, Jess, Gil, Catrin, Rhys, Gina and even Cadi - all bring something great to the story and their relationships make it all work. They have different personalities, and these personalities bring humour, camaraderie and empathy to the story. The author has such a way with words, they just flow and wrap around you, and the books are a pleasure to read.
January 30, 2026
Another great read from Rhys Dylan. DCI Evan Warlow and his trusty team have to sift through the clues to solve the murder of a seventeen year old schoolboy. It doesn't help that the boy was into horror movies and a loner and when a mentally disturbed homeless man is added into the mix who cannot be found, it makes for a very frustrating time for the team. There is the usual Welsh history from Gil with the added banter from Rhys, especially with his forthcoming stag do to Amsterdam. The team rally around Warlow due to his upcoming heart surgery as he suffers with his own breathlessness frustration and the fuss being made. There is an unusual twist at the end and also the threat from the author of this being the last in the series! What? No!!! Then he gives us the next book out...PHEW!!
February 11, 2026
Another gem
Despite this being the latest in a long series of books, Rhys Dylan manages to keep it fresh by introducing some new characters and a new location. It's a twisting tale with several red herrings. As well as following the progress of the latest case, we learn more about DI Warlow and his eclectic team in terms of both work and play.
The story has elements of mental health issues, homelessness and an alternative lifestyle as well as Internet games and what can happen when they go wrong. Despite the seriousness of the case there is also a generous dose of humour.
I was surprised to learn that this was to be the last book of the series, then very pleased to find out there will be another book.
Despite this being the latest in a long series of books, Rhys Dylan manages to keep it fresh by introducing some new characters and a new location. It's a twisting tale with several red herrings. As well as following the progress of the latest case, we learn more about DI Warlow and his eclectic team in terms of both work and play.
The story has elements of mental health issues, homelessness and an alternative lifestyle as well as Internet games and what can happen when they go wrong. Despite the seriousness of the case there is also a generous dose of humour.
I was surprised to learn that this was to be the last book of the series, then very pleased to find out there will be another book.
March 8, 2026
This was one book I could not put down. If you like Psychological Terror, you will love this book. Adrian Holt and ex detective is consulting with Mara Kessler a patient placed in Graybar after she was accused and found guilty of poisoning her husband Silas Kessler at a fundraising dinner.
Graybar is an institute where they keep those perceived of as psychologically troubled.
After meeting with Mira the first time and bring talked to by the Dr Sloane Virek and introduced to Mira, his first consultation begins. The first thing that happens is Mira will not speak, she will tap her ring in a tap, tap pause tap or otherwise and when her husband's name is said, she signals 2 fingers pressed to her throat. Then she glances up to the corner where a camera is recording their interaction, Adrian looks as well and realizes that they are listening to everything. The building is listening...
I think you will enjoy every part of this book, the twists and turns and the things unsaid calmly said back to you.
The building is listening, recording and knows your thoughts and your memories. Be aware!
Graybar is an institute where they keep those perceived of as psychologically troubled.
After meeting with Mira the first time and bring talked to by the Dr Sloane Virek and introduced to Mira, his first consultation begins. The first thing that happens is Mira will not speak, she will tap her ring in a tap, tap pause tap or otherwise and when her husband's name is said, she signals 2 fingers pressed to her throat. Then she glances up to the corner where a camera is recording their interaction, Adrian looks as well and realizes that they are listening to everything. The building is listening...
I think you will enjoy every part of this book, the twists and turns and the things unsaid calmly said back to you.
The building is listening, recording and knows your thoughts and your memories. Be aware!
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is another riveting read all the way through from the discovery of the body of a teenage boy to the final page where things come to a head for Evan.
I found the involvement of a homeless man well done and I defy anyone to read this and not feel uncomfortable at the way society is at the moment. I was surprised at the reveal towards the end as I did not see that coming. My dismay and anger while reading the story thankfully was offset by Rhys and Gil's banter and also the events stag trip to Amsterdam.
What can I say about the finale....well I was open-mouthed initially in disbelief but then I read the footnote from the author which calmed me down. Phew.
I found the involvement of a homeless man well done and I defy anyone to read this and not feel uncomfortable at the way society is at the moment. I was surprised at the reveal towards the end as I did not see that coming. My dismay and anger while reading the story thankfully was offset by Rhys and Gil's banter and also the events stag trip to Amsterdam.
What can I say about the finale....well I was open-mouthed initially in disbelief but then I read the footnote from the author which calmed me down. Phew.
February 2, 2026
This is one of my favorite series of books. The Welsh police characters are well developed and you get to love hearing about what is happening to them. There is a good mix of character development and police procedural here. This time the plot explores the impacts of social media challenges on teenagers, homelessness and even a Welsh nationalist movement behind the scenes. That all adds up to a complicate and twisty plot. Just as you think the crime is solved, you will be wrong. The main policeman Evan Warlow is having a personal health crisis and the team all pulls together to support him. It all comes together for an un-put-downable book.
February 27, 2026
Never disappointed!
Oh my goodness! It seems every book is "the best one yet!"
This team is just great. I love the Gil and Yes competitions, Catrin's eyerolls, and War low and Jesse's solidness. Being in the US, I don't get some of the references, but who cares? Not me. The plots are always good. I especially appreciated bringing the plight of some mentally challenged people into the storyline with such sensitivity.
Another winner, and thank you that there will be another! Anyone who reads this series is probably like me, and hope it just never ends. I can see Molly working with the team one day.😁
Oh my goodness! It seems every book is "the best one yet!"
This team is just great. I love the Gil and Yes competitions, Catrin's eyerolls, and War low and Jesse's solidness. Being in the US, I don't get some of the references, but who cares? Not me. The plots are always good. I especially appreciated bringing the plight of some mentally challenged people into the storyline with such sensitivity.
Another winner, and thank you that there will be another! Anyone who reads this series is probably like me, and hope it just never ends. I can see Molly working with the team one day.😁
March 14, 2026
A return to the irritating word play ruins this
I went into this hopeful that the pathetic word play from Sergeant Gil was a thing of the past after it not being a major factor in the previous book, alas my positive outlook was dashed. There's one scene in particular that sums up how tired a plot device this has become, basically a useless filler to pad out the story where Gil and Rhys just regurgitate the silly chatter and it fulfils no purpose whatsoever to the story.
I can see why the author is looking to end the series with the next book, he seems to be as bored with it as I am.
I went into this hopeful that the pathetic word play from Sergeant Gil was a thing of the past after it not being a major factor in the previous book, alas my positive outlook was dashed. There's one scene in particular that sums up how tired a plot device this has become, basically a useless filler to pad out the story where Gil and Rhys just regurgitate the silly chatter and it fulfils no purpose whatsoever to the story.
I can see why the author is looking to end the series with the next book, he seems to be as bored with it as I am.
January 30, 2026
Said it once (well actually more like 18 times lol) and will say again, a cracking read. A great well written storyline from the author as always. A group of characters that I have read about from the start and how the dynamics of the group have evolved over the course of the series. Warlow and the crew are doing what they do best. I won’t write about the storyline as the blurb does a good enough job of telling you the gist of the story, but I will say each and every book in the series is a 5 ⭐️ read.
February 1, 2026
I enjoy this author's work; I enjoy this series.
This one drives home how the world we live in has changed in such a way that the youth of today look only to social media for approval through challenges that, when I was young, were called dares. This book makes the reader look hard at what is acceptable and ask how we make the world a safer place for our children and those who are lost due to mental health issues, along with homelessness.
Dear author, by the way, thank you for the most acceptable ending.
This one drives home how the world we live in has changed in such a way that the youth of today look only to social media for approval through challenges that, when I was young, were called dares. This book makes the reader look hard at what is acceptable and ask how we make the world a safer place for our children and those who are lost due to mental health issues, along with homelessness.
Dear author, by the way, thank you for the most acceptable ending.
February 17, 2026
I thought many of the topics that were part of the story were handled well. Nicholas' death and his life. One wonders if his skills and passion would have lead to a better life as he got older. The homeless character - sometimes it is just hard to fix. The stag party thing - you could tell something like that was coming but it just seemed out of character for anyone to do that a someone who is a cop - he could be arrested and serve time.
Such a sock at the end - thank goodness Mr Dylan changed his mind I hope it is not just one book
Such a sock at the end - thank goodness Mr Dylan changed his mind I hope it is not just one book
March 1, 2026
Having read all these books and loved them, I was slightly disappointed with this one. Not because it wasn't well written, far from it, but the story line was a little uninspired - unusual for Rhys Dylan.
Still I was happy to read that this was not the end for Evan and the team, and that he will live to fight again in the next -and my guess, last book. No point in adding spoilers to this review (it's irritating when someone feels the need to do that) but the team triumphed at the end delivering wicked one liners (Gil) and empathy for some of the other characters (Evan) who have got lost in the mental health system along the way. Enjoy the book!
Still I was happy to read that this was not the end for Evan and the team, and that he will live to fight again in the next -and my guess, last book. No point in adding spoilers to this review (it's irritating when someone feels the need to do that) but the team triumphed at the end delivering wicked one liners (Gil) and empathy for some of the other characters (Evan) who have got lost in the mental health system along the way. Enjoy the book!
March 18, 2026
Binged listened to almost all the books in the series. Loved listening to snippets of the welsh language and loved the accents. Loved the characters and their sense of humour and how different they each are but how well they worked together. I’d give the series a 5 star (but this book 4 stars as this wasn’t one of the best in the series for me). Also, it’s a series that should be read in sequential order for the story line and character development but especially because there are spoilers for previous books
Review of advance copy received from Author
The DI Evan Warlow series just keeps getting better. I love the characters and character development, the pace, the humour and the interesting cases. In some books we learn something about the history or geography of Wales and that’s always fascinating. This time the case deals with some timely issues that make us think about how we view and handle different marginalized people. An excellent read that was hard to put down.
January 28, 2026
DCI Warlow for the win!
Love this series. Start from book 1 and follow along with twists, turns, educational Welsh language tutorials with glossary (for us non-Welsh speakers) and the building of an amazing team of inspectors (police to Americans like me) who piece together law infractions with wit, skill, humor and biscuits & tea. (Cookies and tea to Americans). I truly enjoyed the whole series and am grateful there will be a 21st book to look forward to.
Love this series. Start from book 1 and follow along with twists, turns, educational Welsh language tutorials with glossary (for us non-Welsh speakers) and the building of an amazing team of inspectors (police to Americans like me) who piece together law infractions with wit, skill, humor and biscuits & tea. (Cookies and tea to Americans). I truly enjoyed the whole series and am grateful there will be a 21st book to look forward to.
January 29, 2026
I love this series; however, this book was not up to the standards of the previous books. There were a lot of proofreading errors in this one.
Also, I had the mystery figured out very early on. I will always keep reading for the characters and the bigger arcs. I hope Dylan continues the series and figures out the crossover to the Anna (can't remember her last name), which I will start reading next.
Also, I had the mystery figured out very early on. I will always keep reading for the characters and the bigger arcs. I hope Dylan continues the series and figures out the crossover to the Anna (can't remember her last name), which I will start reading next.
January 31, 2026
Cross Cut
Holidays are always good but being able to sit in the sun and read the whole book in one day was fantastic. As usual it was absolutely spellbinding. At one point I thought it was Lane who had planted the clean knife but as usual the actual reason was a complete surprise. Can't wait to read your next book. I thoroughly recommend that if you haven't read one of Rhys books I suggest you should. You will be caught up with the plot and won't want to give it up.
Holidays are always good but being able to sit in the sun and read the whole book in one day was fantastic. As usual it was absolutely spellbinding. At one point I thought it was Lane who had planted the clean knife but as usual the actual reason was a complete surprise. Can't wait to read your next book. I thoroughly recommend that if you haven't read one of Rhys books I suggest you should. You will be caught up with the plot and won't want to give it up.
February 3, 2026
Always a pleasure
Have been a fan of Warlow since the first novel. Characters are realistic and become like old friends after the first read. Plots well developed and there's always just enough personal detail to make the story believable and in my case, bring me back to a future novel just to get reacquainted with the crew. Looking forward to the next installment. Highly recommend these novels.
Have been a fan of Warlow since the first novel. Characters are realistic and become like old friends after the first read. Plots well developed and there's always just enough personal detail to make the story believable and in my case, bring me back to a future novel just to get reacquainted with the crew. Looking forward to the next installment. Highly recommend these novels.
February 4, 2026
Heartfelt Murder Mystery
The gang of great officers are back doing what they do best...solving crimes and cracking jokes with dedication and affection. Love this series and can't wait for the next one. My husband is Welsh, now living with what he calls his American cariad in a little town on the west coast of the USA, so I get a kick out of bugging him with little tidbits from the books(places and sayings etc.). It is a great series, you'll really enjoy it so get reading!
The gang of great officers are back doing what they do best...solving crimes and cracking jokes with dedication and affection. Love this series and can't wait for the next one. My husband is Welsh, now living with what he calls his American cariad in a little town on the west coast of the USA, so I get a kick out of bugging him with little tidbits from the books(places and sayings etc.). It is a great series, you'll really enjoy it so get reading!
February 6, 2026
Love these books!
Rhys Dylan is a masterful storyteller. DCI Warlow is my favorite British copper. Steadfast, loyal, smart, and always looking for the truth!
With his awesome team, they solve the best crimes, that always keeps you on the edge of your seat. Just when you think the snark can’t get any better, Gil verbally lets it rip, and you’re holding your sides.
Dylan can’t write these fast enough!
Rhys Dylan is a masterful storyteller. DCI Warlow is my favorite British copper. Steadfast, loyal, smart, and always looking for the truth!
With his awesome team, they solve the best crimes, that always keeps you on the edge of your seat. Just when you think the snark can’t get any better, Gil verbally lets it rip, and you’re holding your sides.
Dylan can’t write these fast enough!
February 12, 2026
All the Rhys Dylan, Warlow series have been rated 5star by me. His characterisation is spot on, his descriptions are very good and clear, and his translations from Welsh are really good information for non Welsh speakers. His language is intelligent and interesting , making it an enjoyable read, and his love of animals is apparent, with Cadi as his helper with Catrin's abduction. I have now moved on to Anna Gwynne, and hope I can say the same about this series.
March 7, 2026
Shift from series beginning
I truly enjoyed this series! I was disappointed with the last few books because they departed from the feel of the series beginning. To begin, the editting was incompetent. Too many spelling and grammatical errors. From there, the characters changed. It appeared as though there was another (ghost) writer. The last few books were definitely not the same caliber. I am disappointed with the last books in the series.
I truly enjoyed this series! I was disappointed with the last few books because they departed from the feel of the series beginning. To begin, the editting was incompetent. Too many spelling and grammatical errors. From there, the characters changed. It appeared as though there was another (ghost) writer. The last few books were definitely not the same caliber. I am disappointed with the last books in the series.
March 12, 2026
Amazing series
I love a series with continuing characters and have read many. This by far is one of the best. Believable storylines, well written, not much repetition, and wonderful characters. I'm not into puns but those paragraphs are easy to skip. As an American I had some trouble with the British idioms and expressions but usually I could get the gist of it. Highly recommend this series.
I love a series with continuing characters and have read many. This by far is one of the best. Believable storylines, well written, not much repetition, and wonderful characters. I'm not into puns but those paragraphs are easy to skip. As an American I had some trouble with the British idioms and expressions but usually I could get the gist of it. Highly recommend this series.
March 14, 2026
3.5 stars. This was a fairly well-written book. The plotlines in the later books in this series tend to feel similar, so I'm rarely surprised as I read. However, I'll keep reading this series for the comforting familiarity of the setting and the characters. (Note: the Audible narration is done well, and adds to the overall experience quite a lot. However, a print version is needed to help with Welsh words that appear throughout the novel.)
January 31, 2026
gets better and better
Great plot and more philosophical than usual. The whole gang is maturing and growing, the historical details as interesting as ever. My only complaint, which I almost lead with, is NEVER EVER start your author’s note like you did this one! Not kidding, I was really ticked off at you, Mr Dylan. Do not do that again.
Great plot and more philosophical than usual. The whole gang is maturing and growing, the historical details as interesting as ever. My only complaint, which I almost lead with, is NEVER EVER start your author’s note like you did this one! Not kidding, I was really ticked off at you, Mr Dylan. Do not do that again.
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