Robert Ryan

 Robert Ryan is a renowned British author, journalist, and screenwriter, best known for his historical mystery novels. He has written several series, including "Morning, Noon and Night" and "Dr. Watson." Ryan was born in Liverpool in 1963 and moved to London when he was eighteen to attend university. He pursued natural sciences and, after graduation, worked as a lecturer in the field for several years.

 In the mid-1980s, Ryan decided to change careers and ventured into journalism. He began writing for various publications, including The Face, Arena, The Daily Telegraph, US GQ, US Conde Nast Traveler, Esquire, and The Sunday Times. Ryan's writing has been well-received, and he has established himself as a prominent figure in the mystery genre.

 Ryan is also known by his pseudonym, Tom Neale. He currently resides in North London with his wife and three children. Despite his success as an author, Ryan remains a private individual and prefers to keep his personal life out of the public eye. His focus remains on his writing, and he continues to captivate audiences with his unique storytelling and intriguing historical mysteries.
Dr. Watson Books
# Title Year
1 Dead Man's Land 2012
2 The Dead Can Wait 2014
3 A Study in Murder 2015
4 The Case of the Six Watsons 2015
5 The Sign of Fear 2016
Morning, Noon & Night Books
# Title Year
1 Early One Morning 2002
2 The Blue Noon 2003
3 Night Crossing 2004
4 After Midnight 2005
Sam Wylde Books (as R.J. Bailey)
# Title Year
1 Safe From Harm 2016
2 Nobody Gets Hurt 2017
3 Feel No Pain 2017
4 Winner Kills All 2020
Vince Piper Books (as Tom Neale)
# Title Year
1 Steel Rain 2005
2 Copper Kiss 2007
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Underdogs 1999
2 Nine Mil 2000
3 TRANS Am 2005
4 The Last Sunrise 2006
5 Dying Day 2007
6 Empire of Sand 2008
7 Death on the Ice 2009
8 Signal Red 2010
R.J. Bailey Collections (as R.J. Bailey)
# Title Year
1 4 U 2022