Writer and novelist, Mercedes Mercier joined me on the show to discuss her second novel, ‘Black Lies’.

Topics discussed include:

- The genesis of ‘Black Lies’ - how Mercedes work within the criminal justice system has inspired her novel(s).

- The writing of interrogation/conversation scenes - where minute changes in facial expressions and body language are vital. The challenges such scenes present and the fun Mercedes’ had writing them.

- MC Criminal Psychologist Laura Fleming’s incredible talent for connecting with others (from chatting with cold-blooded killers about their love of dogs, to talking babies with the wives of motorcycle gang leaders) - how it serves as the basis and drive for some scenes.

- The disparate nature of the work as a criminal psychologist - speaking with offenders and suspects of all types.

- And so much more!

Thanks to Mercedes for chatting all things ‘Black Lies’ with me on the program. Get your copy now!