People will be given the chance to name a pet in Peter James' next book.

The author has teamed up with RSPCA Brighton to help them raise funds for their new cattery re-build project.

The funds will be raised through a raffle where the person with the winning ticket will be able to chose a name to feature in Peter's upcoming Roy Grace novel.

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The raffle tickets will be sold all month and cost £5 each, with people invited to buy as many tickets as they would like.

The winning ticket will be drawn on June 1.

Tickets can be purchased at https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/PeterJamesRaffle.

RSPCA Brighton branch manager Jenny Eden said: "This is an amazing prize, to have a permanent place in Peter's next book.

"Peter is a big animal lover and he regularly features animals in his storylines.

"The winner can name an animal after their own pet or even a family member.

"We are so excited to be able to offer a unique prize and Peter's fans are already snapping up tickets."