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The Dead of Mull: An Inspector Angus Blue Mystery
An Island’s Deadly Secret
When an unidentified man is found dead on a ferry to Oban, seemingly from natural causes, DI Angus Blue suspects something far more sinister. With no ID and no belongings on the body, everything points to a meticulously planned crime.
As Blue navigates a perplexing investigation, an unexpected breakthrough comes from his forensic archaeologist Alison Hendrickx recognizes the victim, an eccentric archaeologist rumoured to have been living off-grid on the Isle of Mull.
Was his death a random act of violence, or does a forgotten past hold the key to a deadly secret buried deep within the Scottish islands?
Olga Wojtas – “Another gripping thriller from Allan Martin, entwining Mull’s ancient past with a chilling modern investigation.”Andrew J. Greig – “Great story! A twisty, clever crime thriller.”
When an unidentified man is found dead on a ferry to Oban, seemingly from natural causes, DI Angus Blue suspects something far more sinister. With no ID and no belongings on the body, everything points to a meticulously planned crime.
As Blue navigates a perplexing investigation, an unexpected breakthrough comes from his forensic archaeologist Alison Hendrickx recognizes the victim, an eccentric archaeologist rumoured to have been living off-grid on the Isle of Mull.
Was his death a random act of violence, or does a forgotten past hold the key to a deadly secret buried deep within the Scottish islands?
Olga Wojtas – “Another gripping thriller from Allan Martin, entwining Mull’s ancient past with a chilling modern investigation.”Andrew J. Greig – “Great story! A twisty, clever crime thriller.”
288 pages, Paperback
Published October 9, 2025
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April 16, 2026
The standout for me was the setting—I loved the backdrop of Oban and Mull. I’ve never been to Mull, but I often travel to Tiree from Oban, so that familiarity added an extra layer of enjoyment. If you like Scottish island settings, this will definitely appeal. I also really liked the main character, Angus Blue.
The writing is clear and easy to read, making it a quick, accessible book. It occasionally slowed during the more detailed archaeological sections, but that’s more a matter of personal taste.
The mystery itself was engaging enough to keep me turning the pages, even if the ending didn’t completely surprise me. I also didn’t realise until the end that it’s part of a series, so some references would likely be more rewarding if you’ve read the earlier books.
Overall, an enjoyable read—especially for fans of Scottish settings and island stories. ⛴️
The writing is clear and easy to read, making it a quick, accessible book. It occasionally slowed during the more detailed archaeological sections, but that’s more a matter of personal taste.
The mystery itself was engaging enough to keep me turning the pages, even if the ending didn’t completely surprise me. I also didn’t realise until the end that it’s part of a series, so some references would likely be more rewarding if you’ve read the earlier books.
Overall, an enjoyable read—especially for fans of Scottish settings and island stories. ⛴️
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