Press release Gripping naval espionage and rebellion - Dockyard Dog is nearly here June 3, 2025

In a world of treachery and empire, one man stands between order and rebellion.

London, May 2025 – dp books is proud to announce the signing of Lyle Garford and the upcoming release of Dockyard Dog, the thrilling first novel in The Evan Ross Series, now available for pre-order.

Set in 1784 in the sun-scorched Caribbean colony of Antigua, Dockyard Dog follows wounded Royal Navy officer Lieutenant Evan Ross as he is drawn into a dangerous game of espionage, loyalty, and survival. Left behind in a naval hospital after a violent encounter with deserters, Ross’s fate takes a sharp turn when he is recruited by the formidable Captain Horatio Nelson.

Nelson, tasked with dismantling a rising tide of American smuggling, needs eyes and ears on the ground—and Ross becomes his man. But what begins as an intelligence mission soon escalates. French and American agents are stirring revolution in the shadows, and Ross must rely on unlikely allies—including a courageous and resourceful slave woman—to uncover a plot that could ignite the region.

Rich in historical detail and brimming with intrigue, Dockyard Dog is a riveting adventure perfect for fans of naval fiction, historical thrillers, and stories that blend high-stakes espionage with real-world history.

Dockyard Dog is now available for preorder on Amazon and Kindle Unlimited. Prepare to set sail on the bold new series on June 12th.

Want to learn more about Lyle Garford and The Evan Ross Series? Click here to meet the newest member of the dp family!