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Art Marvik #4
Fatal Depths
Please note this book was previously published as Dead Sea.
Art Marvik is investigating the death of a woman on the Dorset coast when he discovers in her possessions a ripped-out notebook with his late father's handwriting on it. A mysterious disk has been taped inside the back cover. Rather than turn them over to the police, he tucks them away in his London bank for safekeeping.
Then someone breaks into his safe deposit box and the only things taken are the notebook and its hidden contents.
Marvik has reason to believe the package contains information about his parents, who were killed in an underwater explosion during a Ministry of Defence mission near the Nordic coast. Marvik is certain the theft and murdered woman have something to do with his parents.
Then a bomb is planted in his home.
Someone is out to kill. And Marvik’s next.
Art Marvik is investigating the death of a woman on the Dorset coast when he discovers in her possessions a ripped-out notebook with his late father's handwriting on it. A mysterious disk has been taped inside the back cover. Rather than turn them over to the police, he tucks them away in his London bank for safekeeping.
Then someone breaks into his safe deposit box and the only things taken are the notebook and its hidden contents.
Marvik has reason to believe the package contains information about his parents, who were killed in an underwater explosion during a Ministry of Defence mission near the Nordic coast. Marvik is certain the theft and murdered woman have something to do with his parents.
Then a bomb is planted in his home.
Someone is out to kill. And Marvik’s next.
262 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 19, 2021
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About the author
Pauline Rowson
61 books153 followersPauline Rowson is the author of thirty- one crime novels - nineteen featuring DI Andy Horton in the Solent Murder Mystery series; five in Art Marvik mystery thrillers series, six in the 1950s set historical mysteries with Scotland Yard's Inspector Ryga, who is sent out to solve baffling coastal crimes and two standalone thrillers. All her crime novels are set against the backdrop of the ever changing sea.
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April 9, 2023
A Good Series
I feel quite sad I have come to the end of the series, so far. I do hope there is another book on its way! Art Marviks parents died in an accident when he was a teenager, and until now he has never wanted to know the details, but when a young woman is found dead and he discovers her death might have something to do with the disappearance and death of his family he decides it is time to look more closely at events which happened a long time ago. As usual the book kept me guessing until the end and I like the way everything is explained unlike some books where you reach the last page and think to yourself what was that all about!
I feel quite sad I have come to the end of the series, so far. I do hope there is another book on its way! Art Marviks parents died in an accident when he was a teenager, and until now he has never wanted to know the details, but when a young woman is found dead and he discovers her death might have something to do with the disappearance and death of his family he decides it is time to look more closely at events which happened a long time ago. As usual the book kept me guessing until the end and I like the way everything is explained unlike some books where you reach the last page and think to yourself what was that all about!
January 15, 2024
Gripping
Loved it. Read all four books over two weeks. Couldn't put them down. Its all SO very believable. I can't wait to read more adventures of Art and Shaun. Ex RoyalMarines,mystererious government departments, shadowy controller and an ongoing theme through the four books which reached conclusion in book four but each book also has a different "Mission" running along and is a complete story in itself. Highly reccomend this series.
Loved it. Read all four books over two weeks. Couldn't put them down. Its all SO very believable. I can't wait to read more adventures of Art and Shaun. Ex RoyalMarines,mystererious government departments, shadowy controller and an ongoing theme through the four books which reached conclusion in book four but each book also has a different "Mission" running along and is a complete story in itself. Highly reccomend this series.
April 22, 2023
Complicated
A very absorbing story. You need to keep your wits about you, the plot is very convoluted, you do feel that Art has been dealt a raw deal and his desire to understand his parents deaths is understandable. I really like his character and the way he digs into the tasks he's set.
A very absorbing story. You need to keep your wits about you, the plot is very convoluted, you do feel that Art has been dealt a raw deal and his desire to understand his parents deaths is understandable. I really like his character and the way he digs into the tasks he's set.
March 28, 2023
Breathtaking
This is a book which has a plot which twists and turns so many times it is difficult to follow but the effort is well worth it. If you have an interest in boats and the sea it's a must read.
This is a book which has a plot which twists and turns so many times it is difficult to follow but the effort is well worth it. If you have an interest in boats and the sea it's a must read.
June 8, 2023
Fatal Depths(The Art Marvin Mysteries Book 4)
I am so enjoying the gripping mysteries in this series of books. So well thought out and written by Pauline Rowson. Start at Book 1 and enjoy them too. I am now onto book 5.
I am so enjoying the gripping mysteries in this series of books. So well thought out and written by Pauline Rowson. Start at Book 1 and enjoy them too. I am now onto book 5.
July 18, 2023
A good read spoiled by over complification
Really enjoyed the first two thirds but then it all turned a bit Midsomer Murders with a long and over detailed explanation drawing it all together.
Really enjoyed the first two thirds but then it all turned a bit Midsomer Murders with a long and over detailed explanation drawing it all together.
December 2, 2023
complex plot. good for keeping your interest
Complex plot that unfolds in layers. It kept my interest as you think you’ve solved it and then more information is revealed and your mind changes
Complex plot that unfolds in layers. It kept my interest as you think you’ve solved it and then more information is revealed and your mind changes
May 2, 2024
Excellent
Another really good book from Pauline Rowson. This isn't filled with twists and turns but rather takes you and Art round in circles. With the same people cropping up time and again. With so many questions you begin to wonder if the answers will be found.
Another really good book from Pauline Rowson. This isn't filled with twists and turns but rather takes you and Art round in circles. With the same people cropping up time and again. With so many questions you begin to wonder if the answers will be found.
July 9, 2022
Good.
I like this series, in fact I like all of Pauline Rowson’s work so far. Intelligent, convoluted, and a lot of movement.
I like this series, in fact I like all of Pauline Rowson’s work so far. Intelligent, convoluted, and a lot of movement.
June 15, 2023
It was an okay story.
August 20, 2024
Too many names to keep track of.
February 14, 2025
Excellent storyline involving Art Marvik and his exploits from his boat. Looking forward to the next one.
Julian Tremayne, Pocklington, East Yorkshire
Julian Tremayne, Pocklington, East Yorkshire
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