Daniel Pyle creates a unique voice with the character, Bugs Sullivan in his new novel Breakdown. Working with his wife Addie and mystical rabbits, Bugs is not your average investigator. He displays a unique vulnerability, that allows the reader to slip into Bug’s skin as they become one with the story.

Flashbacks into the life of young Bugs, extend an invitation to experience events that shape the man today. A tumultuous childhood has deeply impacted on Bugs, making him a complex character. He cares deeply for his wife Addie and those in need of saving. While battling personal demons, and using his physic ability created by tragedy, Bugs follows ghostly rabbits that lead him on quests to bring justice to those in need.

Needless to say, Breakdown was not leaving my hands anytime soon.

Pyle’s use of narrative and language flows beautifully and captured me from the start of the book. Time passed quickly and descriptive language weaved throughout the story allowing me to be there with the characters. There were times I found myself with butterflies and anxiety as I related to events in the novel. It’s been a long time since I’ve had to remind myself ‘it’s not happening to you’, as I’ve read. Of course, great mechanics do not necessarily mean a winning plot. In this case it did.

Breakdown had it all. Thriller, romance, retribution, tragedy, and heroism. There were twists to throw the reader, which is always a treat when reading. Best of all it seems Breakdown seems to be the beginning of a series of books starring Bugs and Addie.

Dedicated to his Mother, Breakdown is a must read for anyone who loves a thriller with a twist. I’m looking forward to the next Bugs Sullivan instalment. Thank you, Daniel, for such a great read. I’ll be reading your back catalogue and waiting for your next book with anticipation.

As a final note to those looking forward to joining Bugs' on his adventures, it appears that students at a local high school will soon be enjoy his novel. Teenagers will be chasing rabbits around the library with Breakdown finding a home on the shelves. ( )