White Lies, Deadly Lies

Doug Mullen #2

by Peter Tickler

A multiple car-crash on the M40 near Oxford. Doug Mullen rescues a mother and daughter. A video taken by an onlooker briefly goes viral. But public exposure brings its own problems. There is no accounting for who will see you and what that may lead on to.

Mullen is a private detective, house-sitter and reluctant dog-sitter. He is also a bit of a soft touch when he encounters damsels in distress. While trying to support the damaged Natalie Swan and her rebellious daughter Ellie, he finds himself a man in demand.

A missing refugee, threatening letters and an unexpected death are just the beginning. As Mullen tries to meet the needs of all those asking for his help, he - and his westiepoodle Rex - swiftly finds himself sucked into a web of deceit and murder.

There are lies to be uncovered and the truth to be found, but sometimes it is hard to know which is better.

211 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 23, 2018

Reviews

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Having read the first book in this series, and thoroughly enjoyed it, I was slightly disappointed that it took me a very long time to get into this one. The plot was very complicated, and this made the initial chapters slow reading. At one point I was actually on the verge of giving up on it but suddenly it started to make sense and come alive. Although towards the ending I found myself very confused and wondering if I had missed something, because we seemed to jump to conclusions that I didn’t understand. Even when we reached the conclusion, I still can’t work out how we got there, and I somehow believe that Mullen must have kept a lot of information to himself. However, I admit that I did finally enjoy the book, although a lot of that is because of Rex – I do think that every good book should have a dog. I shall probably read the next book in the series and just hope that my enjoyment continues.

[Jacquii John · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another fantastic Doug Mullen book. A brilliant fast paced mystery with a wonderful and unexpected twist. I only discovered this author recently but am looking forward to reading everything he has written.

[Mr Kenneth L Mullen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great story

Another great story by Peter featuring private eye Doug Mullen. Lots of action and lots of twists and turns and a very interesting ending.

[Mydonna · Rating 3 out of 5]

The characters make this story- including the dog! the story will keep you guessing - it all seems to stem from an accident. it is an immensely satisfying read

[Tina MaKarrall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Definitely a good read! Just when I thought I had the killer figured out.... I was wrong.

[Bill Lalonde · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fast-paced plot with interesting twists.

[Diane Gregg · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read in one day

It took me a while to get into the story at first but then I was totally immersed and couldn't put it down , loved it

[Glenda Powell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Binge read in a day. Loved it.