Tim Bartholomew as novelist
His fifth novel, Angel in Tobago,
published in 2025, is a comedy thriller set in the Caribbean
Tim Bartholomew as novelist
His fifth novel, Angel in Tobago,
published in 2025, is a comedy thriller set in the Caribbean
Gabriel, a middle-aged man adopted from Ghana and living a humdrum life in London, is thrust into a world of corruption, danger, and intrigue when he travels to Tobago to oversee the sale of a family property. As he navigates the island's vibrant culture and contrasting landscapes, he is forced to confront his values and morals in the face of shocking encounters with drug dealers, corrupt officials, and his nemesis, Pablo. Along the way, he meets three strong women who challenge him to break free from his comfort zone and take control of his destiny. With this island paradise in peril and Tobago’s ecological future in the balance, Gabriel will be tested in ways beyond his wildest nightmares.
With its blend of humour, action, and heart, this novel is a thrilling adventure that will leave you breathless and inspired.
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David Reyes in
The Book Commentary ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Angel in Tobago delivers the perfect escape into the sun-kissed shores of post-colonial Tobago. It examines human relationships, morality, and one man’s search for meaning in a dangerous setting.
Bartholomew expertly weaves faith, morality, and redemption themes into this engaging narrative. Gabriel's struggle to come to terms with his identity and purpose is mirrored in his interactions with those around him. His relationships with Sarah and Neville are well-drawn, revealing the thrills of family dynamics and the power of forgiveness. Bartholomew's writing is descriptive and evocative, conjuring vivid images of suburban London and the cultural settings of post-colonial Tobago. The plot is engaging and unpredictable, with surprises around every corner. Angel in Tobago is a gorgeous novel spiced with humor, a page-turner with lovable characters, and a setting that absorbs readers. It is an intelligently accomplished literary fiction with an unforgettable hero and writing that feels like music to the ears.
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Also by Tim
Lessons in Humiliation – by Timothy Edward
Published by Matador Books
The wit of the writing is absolutely sublime and made me continuously laugh out loud. Some writers just have a gift for seeing bizarre characters in an otherwise normal people and bringing them to life, and Edward has this gift. A novel based around the author’s own experiences, it is heart-breakingly hilarious.
Goodreads
"You've either had a very unusual sex life or have a vivid imagination, Tim. I've hidden it from Mummy."
My Dad
The Slave to Beauty Trilogy
Published by Deep Desires Press and awarded a Readers’ Favorite 5-Star Medal
I: Body Language
If you’re looking for a novel that’s erotic, adventurous, and a true ‘page turner’ wrapped in language that fits perfectly in the literature box, Body Language would be your book of choice! Tim Bartholomew is highly skilled in the mechanics of story-telling.
LAS Reviews
II: Love Knot
Tim Bartholomew ups the ante not only with the sex scenes, but also thrilling adventure. A wicked and totally unforeseen plot line clearly raises the bar. The characters are true to life and the eroticism exceptionally well described.
LAS Reviews
III: Casting Couch
This trilogy is a must read for fans of eroticism, British humor, stories that don’t belittle or demonize the myriad sexual relationships of humans, and more than enough thrills and mystery to keep the reader turning the pages.
LAS Reviews