Michael K Foster
Michael K. Foster
International Bestseller & Master of Suspense
Step into the shadowy world of crime with international best-selling author Michael K. Foster. Raised in the urban backstreets of Leeds, Michael spent a decade serving in the British Army before settling in Newcastle. After obtaining his Master’s Degree in 1995, he assumed the position of Magistrate, a role he found challenging and rewarding. A lifelong writer and avid supporter of creative writing, in 2006 he began writing his hard-hitting DCI Jack Mason Series. With a loyal following, he often attends literary events, crime noir festivals, and radio shows. To find out more, why not subscribe to my monthly newsletter?
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THE DEADLY MOORING – scheduled for release on July 23, 2026.
“Michael writes with his foot pressed hard on the pedal, so hang on tight!”
From the bestselling author of psychological suspense, Michael K. Foster delivers another riveting crime thriller about guilt, deceit,
and whether it is possible to commit the perfect murder.
The deeper you dig, the deadlier the game …
Marjorie Parkins, a self-made entrepreneur, cherishes her freedom more than anything. There is only one problem. Convinced her husband is cheating on her and sabotaging their business, one thing is incredibly clear.
She has done with being reasonable.
DCI Jack Mason has resolved to put his past behind him. Responding to a call about a river cruiser fire, he encounters his most profound fears. The discovery of a body has led authorities to believe that arson was the motive.
The only person who can help Mason lies critically in a hospital bed, and he must go it alone.
It won’t be easy. This cunning predator, a master of disguise, has a long history of targeting law enforcement officers.
The Deadly Mooring is the eighth installment in the DCI Jack Mason series, starring a tough detective known for his impulsive actions. Filled with twists and peppered with romance, this book is perfect for fans of Peter James, Ian Rankin, J.R. Ellis, Frieda McFadden, and Alex Smith.
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The Jack Mason Crime Thriller Series: Books 1-3: The Jack Mason Series Box Set Kindle Edition
Meet DCI Jack Mason. Dangerous. Determined. Driven.
The bestselling author of *The Wharf Butcher* delivers over 1000 pages of addictive and predictable action and suspense.
If you enjoy dark crime novels with complex characters and unexpected psychological twists, then you’ll love Michael’s page-turning thrill ride. Perfect for fans of Rachel McLean, JD Kirk, and Ian Rankin.
The Wharf Butcher : They ruined his life. Now he will ruin theirs.
On a bleak Northumberland moor, the murder of a farmer and his wife signals the beginning of another disturbing investigation for DCI Jack Mason. The method is always consistent. The killer shows no apparent motive, yet carefully poses the bodies.
His career on the line, Mason brings in a criminal profiler. It won’t be easy, as the inner workings of this serial killer’s mind will be difficult to decipher.
In a race against the clock, how do you pursue pure evil?
Satan’s Beckoning: A beautiful woman lies dead. A fatal car crash is anything but an accident.
Jack Mason soon finds himself in the middle of another volatile crisis. Within the dark vaults of the police missing persons’ files, young women are easy pickings for a late-night predator who has grown increasingly tired of decadence.
Two brutal murders, six years apart. What links them?
The Suitcase Man : The truth will emerge. One piece at a time.
Jack Mason had his weekend planned out, and it didn’t involve dealing with a double murder. The ex-wife of a notorious gangster lies dead, and a second body is missing. In a desperate race against time, Jack turns to a criminal profiler for help. But those who hunt serial killers must always be careful not to become victims themselves.
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The Wharf Butcher: A gripping crime thriller (DCI Jack Mason series Book 1) (DCI Jack Mason Crime Thriller Series) Kindle Edition
They ruined his life. Now he will ruin theirs
The murder of a farmer and his wife on a bleak Northumberland moor signals the beginning of another disturbing investigation for DCI Jack Mason.
The bodies are carefully posed. No obvious motive. The method is always the same.
The truth is out there. Always out of reach.
His career on the line, Mason brings in a criminal profiler. It won’t be easy, as the inner workings of this killer’s mind will be difficult to decipher.
In a race against the clock, how do you pursue pure evil?
If you enjoy dark crime novels with complex characters and unexpected psychological twists, then you’ll love Michael’s Simon page-turning thrill ride. Perfect for fans of Rachel McLean, JD Kirk, and Ian Rankin.
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Satan's Beckoning: A gripping crime thriller (DCI Jack Mason series Book 2) (DCI Jack Mason Crime Thriller Series) Kindle Edition
A suspicious death. An echo of the past. Victims are mere pawns in a twisted game of revenge.
When a seemingly routine car crash turns out to be a calculated murder, DCI Jack Mason’s worst nightmare becomes a reality. Hidden within the police missing person’s files, young women are easy pickings for a predator who has grown tired of self-indulgence.
To help solve the case, Mason enlists the help of a criminal profiler, but their combined efforts only seem to provoke the killer further.
In a world where dreams have a price, will Mason outsmart the cunning killer before they strike again?
Get ready for a heart-pounding thrill ride with Satan’s Beckoning, a gripping psychological crime novel perfect for fans of Peter James, Ian Rankin, and Mark Billingham. There’s suspense, humour, and a dash of romance thrown in. Don’t miss out
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The Suitcase Man: A gripping new crime thriller (DCI Jack Mason series Book 3) (DCI Jack Mason Crime Thriller Series) Kindle Edition
The truth will emerge... One piece at a time.
What caught DCI Jack Mason’s attention were the blow flies. Thousands of them. Along with an overpowering stench of rotten flesh. One person lay dead. A second victim was missing.
Initial inquiries point to Durham Prison, a notorious gangster seeking revenge.
Several days later, a young man’s body turns up hidden inside a city storage locker. It’s a start, and a simple decision leads Jack Mason into unfamiliar territory.
Failure isn’t an option; one wrong move could be Jack’s last.
The Suitcase Man is the third book in the critically acclaimed Jack Mason Crime Thriller series. If you enjoy dark, action-packed crime novels with complex characters and unexpected psychological turns, then Michael’s latest instalment will captivate you.
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Chameleon: A gripping new crime thriller (DCI Jack Mason series Book 4) (DCI Jack Mason Crime Thriller Series) Kindle Edition
He followed his dreams…into someone else’s nightmare
When a body is found in a wood, DCI Jack Mason believes it was suicide. He is wrong! There is always a reason for murder. But when a ten-year-old boy turns out to be an assassin’s number one target, that reason is hard to fathom.
Now, Jack must hunt down an enemy of the state. It won’t be easy, as the inner workings of this ruthless killer will be difficult to figure out.
You will be hooked from the start by this gripping crime thriller. There’s tension, suspense, and a plot full of unexpected twists and turns. Order your copy today.
Hackney Central: A gripping new crime thriller (DCI Jack Mason series Book 5) (DCI Jack Mason Crime Thriller Series) Kindle Edition
Walk these streets at your peril. . .
Gangs and drugs rule. Residents are powerless to stop it. A Rookie detective is London’s only hope.
When an innocent pensioner is callously beaten to death, it signals the start of a disturbing investigation for newly appointed DS Jack Mason. Unravelling this dark web of secrets won’t be easy, and failure isn’t an option. Met with a wall of silence, will Jack and the team live up to pressures of catching the culprits, or will drug barons prevail?
You’ll be hooked from the start by the introduction to this addictive, award-winning crime thriller series. There’s tension, suspense, and a dash of romance thrown in. Order your copy today.
The Poacher's Pocket: A gripping new crime thriller (DCI Jack Mason series Book 6) (DCI Jack Mason Crime Thriller Series) Kindle Edition
They took everything. Now he has nothing to lose.
Amsterdam’s red-light district is the last place DCI Jack Mason aspires to be, but when a fellow police officer disappears, he has no choice but to delve into the seedy underbelly of the city’s darker side. Haunted by the ghosts of his past, Mason must tread carefully, knowing that one wrong move could cost him everything.
Fearing the missing officer has fallen into the hands of a powerful crime syndicate, failure is not an option. With emotions running high, a ruthless predator is determined to stop him. No matter what the cost!
As the clock ticks down, one question still haunts Mason. Is the missing officer a criminal or a victim?
Get ready for an adrenaline-fuelled thrill ride with The Poacher’s Pocket, a gripping crime novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat. If you enjoy the works of Peter James, Ian Rankin, and Alex Smith, then this book is must read. Don’t miss out on this heart-pounding suspense; order your copy today.
Death Plunge: A gripping new crime thriller (DCI Jack Mason series - book 7) (DCI Jack Mason Crime Thriller Series) Kindle Edition
Somebody wants her dead. But there’s a problem. She’s Jack Mason’s partner.
DCI Mason’s peaceful existence is about to be shattered by a notorious gangster’s release from prison. But that’s not the only problem. His partner, a successful physiotherapist, is now the target of a violent stalker.
The perpetrator might be a name from his past. Might be.
What could be more dangerous than a serial killer seeking revenge? Increased brutality. Excess.
With time slipping away, Mason must confront his nemesis head-on if he is to save the woman he cherishes more than anything. If not…
Death Plunge is the seventh book in the Jack Mason crime series. If you enjoy dark, action-packed crime novels with complex characters and unexpected psychological twists and turns, then Michael’s latest instalment is definitely for you.
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