Norwegian Blue - Book Four in the Jim Swimmer Series

The combined pressures of potential career developments and impending fatherhood start to start to overwhelm Jim Swimmer, who fears the return of his chronic indecisiveness. An experimental venture into teaching via an adult education class is challenged by the lucrative lure of high-profile television work abroad. All Jim really wants to do is write, but he no longer has only himself to consider… Jim finally starts to relax while visiting his brother-in-law, Hans, in the Norwegian city of Oslo. He enjoys the consistently warm summer weather, and he spends the extended daylight hours avidly exploring cultural and historical attractions and he finds peace and clarity among the scenic fjord, lakes and forested hills. However, the leisurely break takes a dramatic turn as Jim Swimmer is drawn into a murder investigation and, despite his reluctance, he is persuaded to conceal yet more secrets to protect his family and friends. Back home in Brockford, the stress of keeping dark secrets from those he cares about becomes too much for him to bear, and a violent murder forces Jim to take decisive action as he pursues his nemesis across Europe, culminating in a long overdue confrontation. But has he made a devastating error of judgement?

Fare Game - Book One in the Jim Swimmer Series

Jim Swimmer, a technology-loving Londoner approaching his mid-forties, is dissatisfied with his life. He decides to make some changes,so quits his job and moves into the old family house in a small town called Brockford. While trying to come to terms with the loss of his elderly parents, he embarks on a new career as a writer of detective fiction. He also takes some casual work as a taxi driver for an old school friend. However, the residents of Brockford do not seem to understand his work remit and he is repeatedly asked to look into some of the 'minor crimes' that the police do not have the time or resources to investigate. Relationships develop, events escalate and within the space of a few months Jim's life has changed more than he could have imagined.

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By the Book - Book Two in the Jim Swimmer Series

The newly married Jim Swimmer has adjusted to life in Brockford and is trying to focus on a burgeoning career as a writer of detective fiction. However, distractions are relentless and, despite Jim’s insistence that even minor potential crimes be investigated ‘by the book’, he soon finds himself drawn into his old ways when new friends, family matters and shocking events divert his attention. The second book in The Jim Swimmer series introduces an assortment of additional characters, as Jim is coaxed into creating a murder mystery play for the local amateur dramatic society while juggling workshops, writing and his house renovation with the assistance of Robert, his new builder friend and a former television celebrity. Jim’s enthusiasm for smart home technology leads to a tempting offer but also results in a life - threatening situation for one Brockford resident...

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Irish Times - Book Three in the Jim Swimmer Series

Jim Swimmer travels alone to the Republic of Ireland, where he has agreed to house-sit a property under renovation in a remote countryside location. However, the space and tranquillity he anticipated doesn’t quite materialize, and when he does manage to get some time alone it doesn’t have the impact on his writing that he expected. The isolated house in which he stays is old and creaky, the internet is patchy, and mystery and murder lurk amid the desolate Spring landscape. Jim’s mind plays tricks on him; he starts to question his sanity and the shocking truth about a friend is revealed.

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