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Nice Try: A Murray Wheln Thriller
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The future of the government depends on its bid to host the Olympic games in Melbourne. Murray Whelan is recruited to help the cause but not long after he joins, a young athlete is found dead, and Murray learns that murder is a contact sport.
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When Murray Whelan, lovelorn political minder and part-time fitness fanatic, is recruited to massage Australia's bid for the Olympics, he has no idea how tough the going will get. Not even the sight of the gorgeous Holly Deloite in her taut blue leotard at the City Club can stop him diving head first into trouble.
And, when the death of the young Aboriginal athlete Darcy Anderson proves that murder is a contact sport, Murray is soon breaking all the rules. Mixing it with a savvy black activist, a body-building psychopath, and the enigmatic Dr Phillipa Knox, Murray jumps the gun every time.
Nice Try: A Murray Whelan Thriller by Shane Maloney offers a thrilling ride filled with political intrigue, unexpected alliances, and dangerous encounters. Dive into a world where crimes unfold against a backdrop of competitive sports and high-stakes ambitions.
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Nice Try: A Murray Wheln Thriller by Shane Maloney has been appreciated for its engaging plot and witty dialogue, blending humour with a thrilling storyline. Readers have praised Maloney's ability to maintain suspense while incorporating sharp social observations. The protagonist, Murray Whelan, continues to be a beloved character, providing both intrigue and entertainment throughout the narrative.
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ISBN: 9781877008511
Publisher: Text Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 03 March 2003
Country: Australia
Imprint: The Text Publishing Company
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 201.0mm
Weight: 230g
Pages: 312
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About the Author
A Former male model and GQ Bachelor of the Year, Shane Maloney is currently a member of an order of Burmese monks. His short stories have never been published.
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