The glitz and glamour of Hollywood descend upon Brighton as producer Larry Brooker attempts to revive his career with a historical epic about King George IV and Maria Fitzherbert. Starring the global rock sensation Gaia, desperate for acting credibility, the film promises immense publicity for the city. However, beneath the dazzling surface, a chilling threat looms large. Detective Superintendent Roy Grace of Sussex CID finds his city plunged into a nightmare when an obsessed stalker targets Gaia. An initial attempt on her life in Los Angeles forces her to flee to Brighton, but the stalker, relentless and cunning, is believed to have followed, transforming the film set into a perilous hunting ground. Grace must race against time to unmask this shadowy figure, whose presence casts a dark pall over the production and threatens to turn Gaia's dream role into her final act. This high-stakes thriller explores the dark side of fame, the weight of history, and a detective's relentless pursuit of justice against an unseen enemy.
Critical Reception
"As part of Peter James's acclaimed Roy Grace series, 'Not Dead Yet' is celebrated for its gripping suspense, intricate plotting, and compelling character development, solidifying its place among contemporary crime fiction's finest."
Adaptations
The Roy Grace series of novels, including this title, has been adapted into the ITV television series 'Grace'.