Crime Thriller Author
Derek Fee
Creator of the popular detective series The Belfast Murders and Galway Murders. Weaving intricate plots of corruption, criminality, and human nature against the backdrop of Ireland's gritty cities and serene coasts.
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Browse all of Derek Fee's Irish crime thriller novels. His detective fiction spans police procedural, political thriller, action, and supernatural — set across Belfast, Galway, Connemara, and beyond.
The Belfast Murders (12 books)
Follow Detective Inspector Wilson and his team through cases of corruption, murder, and political intrigue in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
- Nothing but Memories
- Shadow Sins
- Death to Pay
- Dark Circles
- Box Full of Darkness
- Yield Up The Dead
- Death on the Line
- A License to Murder
- Dead Rat
- Cold in the Soul
- Border Badlands
- Mortal Blow
The Galway Murders (9 books)
DI Fiona Madden investigates crimes across the treacherous landscapes of Connemara and Galway in this Irish detective series.
- Connemara Girl
- Murder in Clifden
- The Druid's Dagger
- The Corpse in the Bog
- The Poteenmaker's Murder
- The Body at the Battery
- The Bones in the Mill
- Killing Brother Donnelly
- Murder in Rosmuc (Latest Release)
Other Novels
Standalone crime novels spanning international thrillers, psychological dramas, and supernatural mysteries.
What Readers Are Saying
"I have been completely captivated by Derek Fee's Detective Wilson series! Masterfully written, engaging, convoluted plots and richly tapestried, fully-fleshed characters!"
"Derek Fee does it again with this wrap up of the intricate saga of corruption and criminality in Northern Ireland. I sure hope this series goes on forever!"
"I thoroughly enjoyed the first book in this series, and now this one was even better. I literally couldn't put it down until I'd finished it."
"It's 02.18 and I've been unable to sleep until I finished reading this book. Great characters, fabulous plot, spellbinding, gripping."
"This is a very good read. The book was so well plotted, so full of completely thought out characters, I found myself going along for the ride."
About Derek Fee
Derek Fee is an acclaimed Irish crime thriller author and the creator of two beloved detective series: The Belfast Murders, a twelve-novel saga following Detective Inspector Wilson through the dark underbelly of Northern Ireland, and The Galway Murders, featuring DI Fiona Madden's investigations across the treacherous landscapes of Connemara and the west of Ireland.
With over twenty published crime novels, Derek Fee has established himself as one of Ireland's most compelling crime fiction voices. His work spans police procedural, political thriller, action, and supernatural sub-genres — each novel drawing from Ireland's rich cultural landscape to create detective fiction that readers worldwide describe as "impossible to put down."
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Derek Fee?
Derek Fee is an Irish crime thriller author known for creating two popular detective series: The Belfast Murders, featuring Detective Inspector Wilson, and The Galway Murders, following DI Fiona Madden. With over twenty published novels, he is one of Ireland's most prolific crime fiction writers.
What are the Belfast Murders books about?
A twelve-book detective series set in Belfast, Northern Ireland, following Detective Inspector Wilson and his team as they investigate crimes involving corruption, political intrigue, organized crime, and murder.
What are the Galway Murders books about?
A nine-book Irish detective series set in Connemara and Galway, following DI Fiona Madden as she solves crimes in the beautiful but treacherous landscape of Ireland's west coast.
What order should I read Derek Fee's books?
For The Belfast Murders, start with Nothing but Memories and read through Mortal Blow (12 books). For The Galway Murders, begin with Connemara Girl and read through Murder in Rosmuc (9 books). Standalone novels can be read in any order.
Where can I buy Derek Fee's books?
Derek Fee's books are available on Amazon as both eBooks and paperbacks. Visit his Amazon author page at amazon.com/stores/Derek-Fee to browse his complete catalogue.
What genre does Derek Fee write?
Crime thrillers spanning police procedural, political thriller, action thriller, and supernatural mystery. All featuring strong detective characters, intricate plots, and compelling Irish settings.
Are Derek Fee's books set in Ireland?
Yes. The Belfast Murders is set in Belfast and Northern Ireland, The Galway Murders takes place in Galway and Connemara, and standalone novels feature Ireland plus international locations.
What is Derek Fee's latest book?
Murder in Rosmuc, the ninth book in The Galway Murders series. DI Fiona Madden investigates the suspicious drowning of a local fish farm manager in the tranquil landscapes of Connemara.
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