Jamie West

Jamie is a CWA Dagger shortlisted author who has a twenty year career in London’s West End and has worked on far too many plays and musicals to mention here!

He is the author of the Bertie Carroll mystery series, set in 1930s theatreland.

My Books

Death on the Pier

Renowned murder mystery playwright Bertie Carroll turns real life detective when his leading lady is shot and killed on stage, in full view of an unsuspecting audience.

Murder at the Matinee

The CWA Shortlisted title where Bertie Carroll returns to solve another impossible murder and the mystery of the newspaper advertisement that preceded it.

“A book cosy crime fans and theatre buffs will enjoy from Act One all the way through to the final curtain!”

Fiona Leitch - on Murder at the Matinee

Jamie’s writing is inspired by a love of theatre history and murder mysteries. He has appeared at a number of literary festivals and podcasts to talk about writing and the inspirations behind his books.

“A denouement worthy of Agatha Christie.”

Jim Eldridge - on Death on the Pier

I really enjoy taking part in book festivals, events and recording podcasts. If you’re an organiser, please get in touch.