# Death's Angel - DS Tomek Bowen Essex Police Procedural - Book 6 Every angel deserves their wings… When flight attendant Angelica Whitaker is reported missing after a night out at one of the most popular nightclubs in Southend, the case is handed to DS Tomek Bowen for the first time in his career. As soon as the investigation begins, the finger is pointed at the man she danced with at the club, but when her body is later found in a church, posed like an angel, the same fingers begin to point towards a calculated, composed, and sadistic killer. But as the investigation progresses, and as Tomek delves deeper into the victim’s life, it becomes clear that there is no shortage of suspects, and everyone’s got their secrets — some more than others… Death’s Angel is the unforgettable sixth book in the DS Tomek Bowen Essex Murder Mystery series by Jack Probyn. Filled with twists, peppered with romance and flavoured with ounces of dark humour, this fast-paced British detective novel will keep you guessing until the very end when the final shocking twist is revealed. Fans of JD Kirk, Jack Gatland and JM Dalgliesh can't put this book down. Tap the buy button to read today! **A Gritty Descent into Essex Noir** - Death’s Angel is the explosive sixth instalment in the DS Tomek Bowen series. It weaves authentic police procedure with deep psychological trauma, set against the salt-air and grey skies of the Essex coast. **Perfect for Readers Who Love:** - Gritty UK Police Procedurals: Mark Billingham, JD Kirk, and MW Craven. - Flawed, Psychological Detectives: Michael Connelly’s realism and Angela Marsons’ psychological depth. - Fast-Paced British Thrillers: Daniel Cole and Mo Hayder. - Atmospheric Regional Crime: Authentic Southend-on-Sea settings, from the sprawling pier to the silent marshes. **What Makes Tomek Bowen Distinctive:** - Endearing Human Flaws: He’s an endearing man-child who dyes his beard to hide the gray and struggles with the isolation of his past. - The Ultimate Revelation: Amidst the hunt for a serial killer, Tomek discovers a daughter he never knew existed—a bombshell that redefines his fight for justice. - Unresolved History: While the primary case closes, Tomek’s hunt for his brother’s second killer — the ghost named "Charlie" — is just beginning. **Story Details:** - Genre: British Police Procedural / Murder Mystery. - Mood: Tense, Gritty, Emotional, Atmospheric. - Format: Full-length novel. - Setting: Southend-on-Sea and Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, UK. - Series Entry: Book 6 of the DS Tomek Bowen Crime Thriller Series. **Reader Reviews:** - "I liked Tomek as a character. He feels totally real and flawed. Riveting and enjoyed the many twists as things progressed." — Reader Review - "A classic police thriller, very well composed. Investigate by very real people with normal human flaws." — Reader Review **Key Facts:** - Protagonist: Detective Sergeant Tomek Bowen. - Primary Conflict: A vigilante targeting released offenders in the Essex community. - Themes: Vigilante justice, childhood trauma, and long-buried family secrets. - ISBN-13: 978-1-80520-057-4. - Dimensions: 5.06in x 7.81in. - Price: £8.99 ## Details - **Price:** 9.99 GBP - 12.99 GBP - **Vendor:** Jack Probyn - **Type:** Book - **Tags:** DS Tomek Bowen ## Variants | Variant | Price | Available | |---------|-------|-----------| | Paperback | 9.99 GBP | In stock | | Sprayed Edges | 12.99 GBP | In stock | | Signed Edition | 11.99 GBP | In stock | ## Images - Book cover of Death’s Angel by Jack Probyn. A gritty Essex Murder Mystery featuring an imposing stone gothic church at night, illuminated by warm orange light against a moody blue and purple sky. Book 6 in the DS Tomek Bowen series, perfect for fans of JD Kirk and JM Dalgliesh - Book cover of Death’s Angel by Jack Probyn. A gritty Essex Murder Mystery featuring an imposing stone gothic church at night, illuminated by warm orange light against a moody blue and purple sky. Book 6 in the DS Tomek Bowen series, perfect for fans of JD Kirk and JM Dalgliesh - Book cover of Death’s Angel by Jack Probyn. A gritty Essex Murder Mystery featuring an imposing stone gothic church at night, illuminated by warm orange light against a moody blue and purple sky. Book 6 in the DS Tomek Bowen series, perfect for fans of JD Kirk and JM Dalgliesh - Book cover of Death’s Angel by Jack Probyn. A gritty Essex Murder Mystery featuring an imposing stone gothic church at night, illuminated by warm orange light against a moody blue and purple sky. Book 6 in the DS Tomek Bowen series, perfect for fans of JD Kirk and JM Dalgliesh - Book cover of Death’s Angel by Jack Probyn. A gritty Essex Murder Mystery featuring an imposing stone gothic church at night, illuminated by warm orange light against a moody blue and purple sky. Book 6 in the DS Tomek Bowen series, perfect for fans of JD Kirk and JM Dalgliesh - Book cover of Death’s Angel by Jack Probyn. A gritty Essex Murder Mystery featuring an imposing stone gothic church at night, illuminated by warm orange light against a moody blue and purple sky. Book 6 in the DS Tomek Bowen series, perfect for fans of JD Kirk and JM Dalgliesh - Book cover of Death’s Angel by Jack Probyn. A gritty Essex Murder Mystery featuring an imposing stone gothic church at night, illuminated by warm orange light against a moody blue and purple sky. Book 6 in the DS Tomek Bowen series, perfect for fans of JD Kirk and JM Dalgliesh - Book cover of Death’s Angel by Jack Probyn. A gritty Essex Murder Mystery featuring an imposing stone gothic church at night, illuminated by warm orange light against a moody blue and purple sky. Book 6 in the DS Tomek Bowen series, perfect for fans of JD Kirk and JM Dalgliesh - Death's Angel - DS Tomek Bowen Essex Police Procedural - Book 6 --- > Source: [Jack Probyn Books](https://www.jackprobynbooks.com/products/deaths-angel-book-6-ds-bowen-essex-crime-thriller-series) > Updated: 2026-05-20