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Secrets. Lies. Explosions. The truth is about to turn deadly.

When a teenager is killed at a remote doomsday prepper compound outside Beaufort, South Carolina, attorney Dean Lincoln finds himself defending a young man the law is eager to condemn. The evidence looks overwhelming. The victim’s family is powerful. And someone is willing to use bombs, threats, and fear to keep the truth hidden.

As Lincoln digs into a secretive survivalist community and a justice system warped by influence and corruption, the danger creeps closer to home, putting his wife and infant daughter at risk.

Suddenly Lincoln is fighting on two one legal, one deeply personal. As the case barrels toward trial, he realizes the truth won’t just decide the verdict—it could decide who survives.

2026 by Peter O’Mahoney. ℗ 2026 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

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Published September 22, 2026

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Profile Image for Tina Loves To Read.
3,878 reviews1 follower
October 16, 2026
This is a Legal Thriller, and this is the fourth book in the Dean Lincoln Legal Thriller series. I have read two of the other books in this series before picking up this book, but I do think you can read this book as a standalone. I read this book by listening to the audiobook, and I really enjoyed the audiobook. I got totally pulled into this story, and I did not want to put this book down. The case in this book was very interesting and well done. I also enjoyed the legal stuff in this book. This was a great read, and I really enjoyed every second I spent with this book. I received an ARC of this book. This review is my own honest opinion about the book like all my reviews are.
Profile Image for Judy Collins.
3,575 reviews472 followers
September 22, 2026
Intro
The scales of justice are heavily weighed down by small-town corruption and survivalist paranoia in Peter Mahoney's latest, Deadly Secrets. As the fourth installment in the Dean Lincoln Legal Thriller series, this addition delivers an explosive mix of courtroom drama and raw, real-world danger that hits far too close to home.

The Hook
When a teenager is brutally killed inside a heavily fortified, remote doomsday prepper compound, a young outsider is immediately pinned for the crime. But as defense attorney Dean Lincoln steps in, he uncovers a hornet's nest of political greed, hidden agendas, and an establishment willing to use bombs and fear to keep the truth buried deep in the dirt.

Elevator Pitch
Think relentless pacing meets courtroom precision. A steadfast defense lawyer fights a broken local system to save a condemned young man. However, the investigation triggers a violent backlash that puts a target squarely on the backs of his own wife and infant daughter.

Setting
The story unfolds in the humid, deceptively serene marshes outside Beaufort, South Carolina. The backdrop juxtaposes traditional small-town Southern politics with an isolated, secretive survivalist community tucked deep in the woods.

Vibe
Tense, explosive, and deeply claustrophobic. The atmosphere feels like a slow-burning fuse attached to a powder keg, where you cannot trust the police, the neighbors, or the system.

Genre
Legal Thriller / Crime Suspense / Southern Fiction

Themes
~Systemic Corruption: How absolute power and money warp small-town justice.
Isolationism vs. Society: The extreme paranoia governing doomsday prepper communities.
~The Cost of Truth: The dangerous line between professional duty and protecting your family.

Standout Characters
~Dean Lincoln: A fiercely principled lawyer who upholds the law to the absolute letter, regardless of the personal cost.
~The Accused: A young man caught in the crosshairs of a powerful, vindictive local family eager to see him condemned.

Author Writing Standout
Peter O’Mahoney leverages his real-world expertise as a criminologist to infuse the legal maneuvering and police roadblocks with stark, gritty authenticity. The pacing is relentless, expertly scattering complex narrative layers and shocking twists that catch readers completely off guard.

Takeaway
True justice cannot be bought, but uncovering it requires digging through the deadliest, most explosive secrets people are willing to kill for.

Title Significance
The title highlights that the secrets harbored within this isolated South Carolina community aren't just scandalous—they are actively fatal. Anyone who attempts to unearth them faces immediate, lethal retaliation.

Metaphor
The plot functions like a beehive in the woods. Dean Lincoln pokes it with the stick of truth, and the resulting swarm of corruption threatens to sting everyone he loves.

Why You Should Read
If you love legal thrillers where the stakes spill far out of the courtroom and into real-life survival scenarios, this book is essential. O'Mahoney masterfully keeps you guessing until the final verdict.

My Thoughts
This latest entry brings a massive shift in stakes, turning an isolated murder investigation into a high-tension scenario with direct threats against Dean's family. The narrative relies heavily on explosive action and a dense web of small-town secrets that keeps the plot moving at a relentless pace. While the story takes a different direction than previous installments, the sheer momentum and unpredictable twists make it a very solid addition to the series.

Verdict 4.5 / 5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟✨
"An excellent listen, heavily elevated by stellar narration by Troy Duran!"

"A pulse-pounding legal LowCountry gem dripping with small-town corruption and survivalist tension. Peter O’Mahoney delivers an explosive, high-stakes thriller that effortlessly pulls you out of the courtroom and into a lethal fight for family survival."

Audio 🎧Spotlight
"Troy Duran’s deep, gravelly cadence brings a perfect atmospheric weight to this Southern Lowcountry noir. His masterful performance transitions flawlessly from razor-sharp courtroom battles to chilling, high-octane suspense. He transitions seamlessly between tense courtroom declarations and the stark, chilling panic of a family under siege. "

Recs or Read Alikes
~Reckoning Hour (Book 1): Start where it all began, where big-city defense lawyer Dean Lincoln returns to his South Carolina hometown and is immediately thrown into a double-whammy of a rich kid charged with murder and a poor kid accused of arson.

~Fatal Verdict (Book 2): Dive into Dean's next high-stakes case, tracking another sharp courtroom battle deep in the Lowcountry.

~Buried Lies (Book 3): If you want to see Dean unraveling political conspiracies before the events of Deadly Secrets, check out this high-profile appeal involving a murdered South Carolina judge.

Special thanks to Brilliance Audio for sharing an advance listening copy in exchange for my honest thoughts.

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Pub Date: Sept 22, 2026
My Rating: 4.5 Stars (Audio)
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43 reviews27 followers
October 30, 2026
This fourth book officially confirms that this series is something special. Returning to the courtroom setting with Dean was an absolute highlight. Watching him fight tirelessly for his client despite facing heavy corruption and direct personal threats gives the story incredible weight. His grounded perspective on the justice system makes him a compelling protagonist you can't help but root for.

​What really elevates this installment is the brilliant construction of the mystery itself. The pacing never drags, which is crucial for a procedural thriller. In the final 20% of the book, the author pulls off a masterclass in tension, just when you think the case is neatly wrapped up and the evidence is solid, brand-new reveals come to light that completely reframe the entire narrative.

​The ending left me completely floored. Just when it feels like Dean might finally catch a breath, the narrative shifts on its axis in a way that guarantees readers will be desperate for the next installment. This is a tight, high-stakes legal mystery that will easily resonate with fans of fast-paced court dramas.

​Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
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6,074 reviews58 followers
September 23, 2026
Truth or influence and corruption

Lincoln finds himself in a dark and dirty battle for justice and for his family's safety as this twisted and bizarre case uncovers many buried secrets and multiple other crimes. It's a sticky spider web of corruption, influence, greed and jealousy and deciphering truth from lie will keep you guessing right up to the final heart wrenching reveal. I really enjoyed the puzzle this case became and the intertwined and overlapping cases were cleverly weaved between. I listened to this on Audible with Kindle Unlimited, it finishes with a fantastic teaser for the next book, leaving you eager for more.
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633 reviews25 followers
September 20, 2026
I’ve loved this series and this book can be read as a standalone but the backstory of Dean and how he got to SC is a good one to catch up on in the previous books that it’s worth going to the beginning.

This story wasn’t my favorite in the series ( there are some trigger topics that include SA) and I also felt like there wasn’t a great storyline to root for. That said there’s a little leading mystery at the end of this one that sounds interesting between the lead characters brother and a possible murder connection. Look forward to the next book. Love the audiobook.
4 reviews
September 18, 2026
I went into Deadly Secrets without realizing it was book 4 in the Dean Lincoln series and finished it wanting to immediately go back and read the first three. Despite jumping into the middle of the series, I never felt lost or like I was missing information I needed to understand the story.

I was hooked almost immediately. I really enjoyed the legal and investigative side of the story, especially watching Dean pick apart the prosecution’s case and find inconsistencies in evidence that was already right in front of him. The pacing stayed steady throughout, then REALLY picked up in the last 20% when everything started coming together. My only real complaint was that the cattle dispute subplot felt a little anticlimactic, although it did add some good suspense and misdirection earlier on.

Troy Duran’s narration was easy to listen to and fit Dean really well. The differences between character voices were subtle, but I never had trouble following who was speaking. I’d definitely recommend the audiobook.

Immersive, tense, and quite literally explosive.

Thank you to Brilliance Publishing and NetGalley for the advance listening copy!
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2,691 reviews54 followers
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
September 5, 2026
Thanks to Amazon UK publishing and Netgalley for this eARC.

Deadly Secrets is a fast‑paced, high‑stakes legal thriller that blends courtroom tension with explosive danger, pushing attorney Dean Lincoln into a case where the truth is not only elusive—it’s lethal.

At its core, this novel is about a defense attorney fighting a system stacked against his client. A teenager is killed at a remote doomsday prepper compound, and Lincoln is thrust into defending a young man the law is eager to condemn. The evidence looks airtight, the victim’s family wields influence, and every step Lincoln takes uncovers deeper corruption.

This isn’t a procedural that hides behind legal jargon—Brearton (and here, O’Mahoney) crafts the case with emotional stakes and moral complexity. Lincoln’s pursuit of the truth feels urgent, risky, and deeply human.

This thriller’s tension spikes when bombs, threats, and intimidation enter the picture. Someone wants the truth buried, and they’re willing to use violence to keep it that way. As Lincoln digs into the survivalist community, the danger creeps closer to home, putting his wife and infant daughter at risk.

This dual-front conflict—legal and personal—gives the story its momentum. Every revelation raises the stakes, making the investigation feel like a race against time.

Lincoln is compelling because he’s not a detached legal mind; he’s a husband, a father, and a man who refuses to back down even when the cost becomes painfully personal. His determination anchors the story, and the supporting cast—clients, adversaries, and the shadowy figures behind the threats—adds texture and tension.

Deadly Secrets delivers exactly what its title promises: a web of lies, power, and hidden motives that turns deadly as the truth comes into focus. It’s a gripping legal thriller with explosive stakes, grounded in strong character work and relentless pacing.

Fans of courtroom drama with a dangerous edge will find this installment in the Dean Lincoln series especially satisfying.
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1,795 reviews72 followers
September 20, 2026
This was definitely action packed, a bit scary, and… explosive!

Dean Lincoln is a lawyer in South Carolina. He is set in his ways and upholds the law to the letter… no matter what harm may lie in the way… and this time the stakes seem to be much higher, as his wife and baby are being involved….by no fault of their own… just because they are his family! 😮😳🫣

So, when he is retained to represent a young man accused of killing another young man, he does a deep dive into circumstances, possibilities, and other possible suspects… and finds that the police only seemed to be looking at HIS CLIENT…no one else! So he starts digging… and seems to uncover an entire beehive of possible and probable suspects. The problem is that the police do NOT want him digging there… and seem to put impossible roadblocks in his way.

This seems like real small-town happenings with the police and political parties being heavily influenced by… what else… money?!

And the stuff that is dug up??? Wow!!! Just mind-blowing!

Terrific story with lots of twists and turns, and complex layers… that you never see coming…

#DeadlySecrets by @PeterOMahoney and narrated wonderfully by @TroyDuran.

4 1/2 stars for me, happily rounded up to 5! 🌟🌟🌟🌟💫

*** This one has not been released yet, but look 👀 for it on 9.22.26!! ***

Thanks so much to #NetGalley, @BrilliancePublishing and @BrillianceAudio for an ALC of the audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

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Profile Image for Ashley Millis.
66 reviews1 follower
October 20, 2026
Peter O’Mahoney has done it again! I love a good legal thriller, and Deadly Secrets delivered the suspense, twists, and high-stakes drama I was looking for.

Dean Lincoln finds himself defending a young man accused of killing a teenager at a remote doomsday prepper compound. With seemingly overwhelming evidence, a powerful victim’s family, and people willing to use threats and explosives to keep the truth buried, this case quickly becomes so much bigger than a courtroom battle. As Dean digs deeper, the danger starts closing in on his own family, raising the stakes in a very personal way.

I loved the combination of legal drama, small-town corruption, and a mystery that keeps peeling back layer after layer. The survivalist community added an unsettling element to the story, and I enjoyed watching Dean work through the evidence while trying to uncover what was really happening behind the scenes.

One of my favorite things about this series is that the legal case never feels completely separate from the characters’ personal lives. The danger feels real, the stakes keep climbing, and there’s always another secret waiting to come to light.

If you enjoy legal thrillers packed with corruption, dangerous secrets, unexpected twists, and a protagonist who refuses to back down when the odds are stacked against him, this one deserves a spot on your list.

Five stars! Another gripping Dean Lincoln mystery that kept me invested in the case and rooting for justice to prevail.
142 reviews3 followers
October 8, 2026
I really find myself enjoying the Dean Lincoln Legal Thriller series, and Deadly Secrets is another exciting addition to the series. Dean always seems to find himself in a battle in the courtroom, taking on cases filled with bizarre twists and turns, and this story is no different.

In Deadly Secrets, Dean Lincoln finds himself working with two clients, although one case takes center stage: a murder trial where the stakes couldn’t be higher. As Dean works to uncover the truth and fight for a not-guilty verdict, the cases begin putting not only his career but also Dean and his family at risk. With plenty of tension, courtroom drama, and unexpected turns, Dean has a lot on the line.

I enjoyed how this story kept me invested in Dean’s fight for justice. The combination of courtroom battles, high stakes, and the danger surrounding Dean and his family made this a compelling read. Just when you think you have things figured out, the story has another twist waiting.

Fans of courtroom legal thrillers and high-stakes suspense will definitely want to give Deadly Secrets a try. If you already enjoy the Dean Lincoln series, this is another solid installment that delivers the courtroom drama and twists that make these books so entertaining.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the advanced copy of this book.
336 reviews8 followers
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
September 6, 2026
5* Omg, omg, omg, the series continues!! Another brilliant tale.

When Emma fell pregnant in book 3, and after THAT case and all the dangers, I was convinced that that was the end of the series. I saw this come up as an ARC and devoured the book in under 2 hours.

It's the same, yet different, high-danger, high-octane type of case, with weirdos and crazy preppers. Thankfully the bigwig that'd been trying to throw his literally considerable weight around in the first 3 books doesn't feature, but it's even scarier because of the preppers and their mindsets and codes.

The tale is by no means cut and dried but prosecutors are after a result and you just know they'll be convinced they've got a cut-and-dried case, which Dean very nicely, with the help of his investigator, pulls to pieces, but not in the way Dean, or the opposition, had expected. A total gotcha.

We've not left this world of preppers, as something Emma innocently does has a repercussion no one could've seen coming, and that's where book 4 ends. Not on a cliffhanger, and thank goodness I know there's more to come.

ARC courtesy of NetGalley and Thomas and Mercer for my reading pleasure.



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103 reviews
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
September 21, 2026
✨Thank you to NetGalley and Amazon Publishing UK for this ARC! The latest installment of the Dean Lincoln legal thrillers gives us danger, suspense, and intrigue at every turn! The story opens with the MMC, Lawyer Dean Lincoln, is at the Bond Hearing for his new client. He is being accused of murdering a teen at a Doomsday Prepper (“we prefer calling ourselves “Survivalists”) compound. Within the first few minutes, a device planted outside the Courthouse explodes and acts as a catalyst for the trajectory of this book. As the story unfolds, we learn that the compound and it’s members are going the extra mile to ensure their secrets stay their own. We learn how deep the corruption in Beaufort, South Carolina runs. It’s the stereotypical small town and families have been here for many generations. It seems as if everyone is related and/or embodies the “I know a guy” mentality. It is apparent the author writes with a sense of justice, belonging, and pride for family values. 4 solid stars. #netgalley #deadlysecrets
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2,888 reviews41 followers
October 4, 2026
Another great addition to the Dean Lincoln series. I really enjoy the author's ability to describe the environment, places, people and the characters' dreams and wishes and misgivings in what he labels the "Southern way". A teenager was killed in the town's survivalist community and the Police and the DA are eager to try and lock the only suspect for the remainder of his life. The crime is surrounded by lies, deceit, other sort of crimes and the community members stay quiet as they do not accept or respect the law, the government or the justice system. Will Lincoln be able to prove the accused is not guilty? Will he double down when the threatening against his family proves to be too strong to keep on fighting? Will the culprit be found and convicted? The story is, as always in this series, full of twists and turns and the end just leaves the hint of what the next book will be about, and I'm looking forward to reading it! Highly recommended!
I thank the author, his publisher, and NetGalley for this ARC.
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203 reviews6 followers
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
September 10, 2026
The latest installment of the Dean Lincoln series follows lawyer, Dean Lincoln, as he represents a member of a prepper community accused of killing a teenager. All evidence points to Dean’s client and it doesn’t help that the victim’s family holds a lot of power in their community. The more Dean dives into what happened the night of the murder, the more secrets he uncovers.

This book grabbed me from the very beginning! I love how Dean is always thinking outside the box as a character. He always finds creative ways to defend his clients. The story is packed full of action, suspense, and thrill. The danger level was on point and I loved that I didn’t see the twists coming at the end of the book. I also loved how the ending framed up for the next book! This series is perfect for fans of the Lincoln Lawyer! *Thank you to the readers publisher and NetGalley for an advance copy in exchange for an honest review!
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233 reviews12 followers
October 26, 2026
When a murder, a doomsday prepper compound, corruption, and people willing to use BOMBS to keep secrets collide, you know things are about to get interesting! 😂💣

Dean Lincoln finds himself defending a young man when the evidence looks pretty damning, and the deeper he digs, the messier things get. Because apparently, defending someone in court isn't stressful enough. Let's throw in threats, explosions, corruption, and a family in danger while we're at it! 😳

This story has all the ingredients for a suspenseful legal thriller, with secrets to uncover and plenty of reasons to question who's really telling the truth. The stakes keep getting higher, and suddenly, it's not just about winning a case—it's about staying alive.

If you enjoy courtroom drama, dangerous secrets, and twists that keep you guessing, this one sounds like it could be right up your alley!

Because apparently, some people really need to learn that threatening a lawyer is a terrible life choice. 😂📚
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517 reviews29 followers
September 19, 2026
I really enjoyed this audiobook. It’s another great addition to the Dean Lincoln series, with Dean Lincoln defending a young man accused of killing a teenager at a secretive doomsday prepper compound. What starts as a murder case soon becomes much more complicated, with powerful people, threats and very dark secrets coming to light.

I particularly liked the character development in this one. Dean feels more vulnerable as the danger begins to reach his own family, and I enjoyed seeing this more personal side of him. The survivalist community was also fascinating, particularly the way the story explores toxic masculinity, fear and the influence of doomsday propaganda.

There are plenty of twists, and I enjoyed watching the different pieces of the story come together. It kept me hooked right through to the end.

Thank you to NetGalley for the chance to listen to this audiobook.
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1,967 reviews39 followers
October 14, 2026
DEADLY SECRETS - Another enjoyable read with the usual intriguing story lines, interesting characters, and a surprise ending, although I had been warned. Source: NetGalley and Thomas and Mercer. 4*

FATAL VERDICT - An entertaining read with interesting story lines and characters set to a good pace. The last couple of chapters were quick but the points were made. I like the writer's writing style. Source: NetGalley. 5*

THE SOUTHERN LAWYER, Audiobook - I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this story with its intriguing story lines and a variety of interesting characters. There is an interesting result in one of the court cases opening a variety of trouble and questions. Probably my favorite male narrator Bradford Hastings did another fabulous performance bring life and emotions to his characters. Source: Audible included. 5*
760 reviews45 followers
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
September 6, 2026
I wasn't sure if there was going to be another Dean Lincoln legal thriller after the conclusion of his third in the series but I am so glad that he has persevered.

This has all the ingredients for a marvellous book. A sympathetic leading character who is a hard nosed lawyer yet one who cares deeply about his family and the local community, a tense, convoluted plot featuring a series of doomsday peppers who are trying to cover up a grisly murder of a 15 year old boy.

There are twists and turns a'plenty and the ending came as a surprise. The court scenes are as vividly described as ever and I was totally enthralled all the way through.

Peter OMahoney is a prolific author and he knows exactly just how to entertain his readers.

Highly recommended.
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901 reviews9 followers
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
September 20, 2026

I really enjoyed this one. I usually don’t try to figure out where the story is going, but this time I actually guessed the outcome pretty early on. Even so, it didn’t take away from my enjoyment of the book.

I especially liked Dean Lincoln. I loved how cool and confident he was, and his performance throughout the story was definitely one of my favorite parts.

This is the fourth book in the series, but the books aren’t connected, so I didn’t have to read the previous ones first. I haven’t read any of them, but I enjoyed this one enough that I might go back and check them out.

I really like this kind of book—legal drama, jury, secrets, suspense, and a mystery that keeps things moving. Definitely a solid 4 stars from me.
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170 reviews1 follower
October 3, 2026
Deadly Secrets is part of a series, but I read it as a standalone and really enjoyed it. I did miss some of the backstory, but it didn't take away from the story. It's a fast-paced, high-stakes legal thriller about the murder of a teenager in a remote doomsday prepper compound, and the defense of a young man the law is eager to convict.

Dean Lincoln, the lawyer defending him, is a compelling and formidable character, not just as a legal mind but in his personal life too. The narration is well done and suits the story. Overall, a 4.25/5 read for me. Thank you NetGalley and Brilliance Audio for the ALC.
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158 reviews11 followers
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
September 18, 2026
I didn't realize this was a series, but you can read it independently and I was not confused. I really enjoyed this book. It's a well done legal thriller. Highly recommend! Exactly what I was looking for after finishing the Eddie Flynn series by Steve Cavanagh.
I liked that Lincoln has also a personal life, people he cares about and we get to see glimpses of this. His life and work feels real. The pacing of the book is fast and keeps you engaged.

Thank you NetGalley for providing me a ARC of the book.
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68 reviews3 followers
September 20, 2026
When Dean Lincoln is put on a case with a murdered teen at Blackwater Compound, he realizes this going to be much bigger than a cut and dry murder case. After the court gets bombed and Dean’s family starts getting stalked things take a dark turn. Discover all the corruption and hidden secrets in this small town in South Carolina. Will the jury find Dean’s client guilty of murder?

I really enjoyed the court trial part of the book and how they went step by step from the lawyers POV. I will be reading book number 5 when that drops!
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228 reviews8 followers
October 18, 2026
This is the fourth book in the series and again, you don’t need to read the previous books to be able to jump right in. This can be read as a stand alone.

I love when an author has a real life background in
psychology and criminology as this one does because the courtroom scenes were on point and felt like I was listening to an episode of Law and Order.

I listened to the audiobook, narrated by Troy Duran, who did a solid job conveying the tension and emotional weight of the story.

This author is an automatic read for me.
1,162 reviews3 followers
September 30, 2026
My rating is a 4.25. I’ve followed this author through several series. This is the latest ( number 4) in the Dean Lincoln series. It’s a legal thriller with nods to family dynamics. Set in the city of Beaufort South Carolina - it’s a fast paced tale with twists and turns to have the reader’s head spinning at times. Definitely recommend it. ( This novel’s conclusion certainly implies a follow up).
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September 9, 2026
Deadly Secrets by Peter O'Mahoney is book 4 in the Dean Lincoln Legal Thriller. The book is published by Thomas & Mercer.
Dean's newesst case is a tricky one. His 22 year old client is accised of murder and to make matters worse some violent group wreaks havoc. So Dean and his team have their hands full.
Suspenseful, tragic, daram laden, literally untputdownable, 5 stars.
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415 reviews2 followers
October 10, 2026
Secrets, crimes, and conspiracies. This book is a fast-paced suspense that takes place in a small town in South Carolina. A young boy is accused of murder, and only his attorney (Dean Lincoln) can help him uncover the truth. This is the last book of the series, but can be read as a stand-alone. I enjoyed this book and would recommend it.
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58 reviews
September 28, 2026
Alleged government conspiracies vs. a prepper/anti- government group

A well woven tale about a long time anti-government group and their secret pastimes. The lawyers help to absolve an innocent and convict one of the long time members of the group.
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2,309 reviews27 followers
October 4, 2026
I love a good book that makes you question what you are reading. This book definitely had me guessing what actually was going on. And believe me…it is twisted. I have never read this author. I am going to have to read more. I love good legal thrillers!
435 reviews6 followers
October 7, 2026
Review of Deadly Secrets

Great storyline, combining Southern Living, White Supremacist and small town politics. The main character ( Dean Lincoln) combines his Southern Heritage with his Big City legal expertise. Great ending which sets up the next story in this series
258 reviews2 followers
October 13, 2026
enjoyed it

I enjoyed the book as I have all the others. The ending wasn’t what I expected but it sets up for book five in this series. The author does seem to like the number 5, it comes up often in each book. Read and enjoy.
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