Peter Colt Publication Order of Books

Discover the full publication order of Peter Colt books, organized chronologically for easy reading.

An Andy Roark Mystery Publication Order (6 parts)

The chronological and publication orders are the same.

Book TitlePublication DatePages
The Off-IslanderSeptember 24, 2019253
Back Bay BluesSeptember 29, 2020290
Death at Fort DevensMay 1, 2022240
The AmbassadorFebruary 7, 2023271
The JudgeMay 7, 2024223
The BankerMarch 4, 2025238

Detective Tommy Kelly Publication Order (2 parts)

The chronological and publication orders are the same.

Book TitlePublication DatePages
Cold Island: A NovelSeptember 24, 2019253
The Driftwood BonesSeptember 29, 2020290

Peter Colt Biography

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Peter Colt is an American crime-fiction author best known for the Andy Roark Mystery series and the newer Tommy Kelly series. Born in Boston in 1973 and raised partly on Nantucket, he graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a degree in political science.

Colt served 24 years in the U.S. Army Reserve, deploying to Kosovo and twice to Iraq, experiences that heavily influence the authenticity of his writing. Since 2007, he has worked as a police officer in Providence, Rhode Island, bringing real-world law-enforcement insight to his novels. Outside of writing, he enjoys camping, kayaking, and cooking. He lives in Rhode Island with his wife and two sons.

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What You’ll Discover in Andy Roark & Tommy Kelly’s Worlds

An Andy Roark Mystery

The Andy Roark mysteries follow a former Army veteran turned private investigator working around Boston and New England. The series has a classic, gritty detective feel, Andy isn’t flashy, but he’s determined, sharp, and deeply human. Each story mixes suspense, local atmosphere, and Andy’s personal struggles as he digs into tough cases that often hit close to home.

Detective Tommy Kelly

The Detective Tommy Kelly series introduces a younger, active-duty Providence police detective who brings a fresh, energetic edge to crime-solving. Tommy’s cases are fast-moving and grounded in real police work, shaped by Peter Colt’s own experience on the force. He’s relatable, driven, and navigating both the streets of Providence and the personal challenges that come with the job.

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