Paul Winterton, British journalist and author, has written forty crime and suspense novels since 1938 under the pseudonyms Roger Bax, Paul Somers, and Andrew Garve, the name by which he is best known. He has amazed critics and reviewers by producing many different types of fiction, displaying a mastery of the detective story, espionage, police procedural, adventure, and romantic suspense. His special knowledge of the Soviet Union, of journalism, and of sailing are put to good use in many of the Garve novels, all of which are written in clear and literate prose that is a pleasure to read. Millions of readers have come to expect the sympathetic characters, ingenious plots, and fascinating backgrounds that comprise his entertaining thrillers.

Born in Leicester, England, 12 February 1908, Paul Winterton is the son of Ernest Winterton, who was also a journalist and served as a member of Parliament. He attended Purley County School...