Plot summary, “The White Lie” by Andrea Gillies in 4 Minutes - Book Review

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The White Lie (2012) is a literary mystery novel by journalist and author Andrea Gillies. Set in a crumbling Scottish estate, it follows the aristocratic Salter family, who have covered up the suspicious death of 19-year-old heir Michael. Narrated by Michael himself—from beyond the grave—the story unravels the tangled web of lies his family told to preserve their reputation. A decade later, a witness comes forward, casting doubt on the family's version of events and forcing long-buried secrets to surface. As Michael investigates his own death, the novel explores themes of memory, truth, and the destructive power of familial deception.