Murder on the Coast
A Wayne Mullis Novel
When a young woman's body is found near the St. Johns River, Detective Wayne Mullis is called to a scene that refuses to make sense. There are no clear witnesses. No obvious motive. Only small details that don't belong-and silence where answers should be.
Wayne works the case the only way he knows how: slowly, patiently, listening to what others overlook. As he follows a trail through marinas, quiet bars, and hidden relationships, he discovers a network of secrets built on fear and protection. Some people will do anything to keep their world undisturbed-even if it means silencing the truth.
Murder on the Coast is a grounded crime novel about observation, restraint, and the quiet power of persistence. It's a story of how pressure builds, how systems protect themselves, and how one man refuses to look away.
For readers who enjoy thoughtful mysteries, realistic characters, and slow-burn tension, this is a detective story that lingers long after the final page.