Part 1 of the “Philadelphia Legal” SeriesLosing the trial of his life could mean losing everything.When a young reporter is found dead and a prominent Philadelphia businessman is accused of her murder, Mick McFarland finds himself involved in the case of his life. The defendant, David Hanson, was Mick’s close friend in law school, and the victim, a TV news reporter, had reached out to Mick for … out to Mick for legal help only hours before her death.
Mick’s played both sides of Philadelphia’s courtrooms. As a top-shelf defense attorney and former prosecutor, he knows all the tricks of the trade. And he’ll need every one of them to win.
But as the trial progresses, he’s disturbed by developments that confirm his deepest fears. This trial, one that already hits too close to home, may jeopardize his firm, his family–everything. Now Mick’s only way out is to mastermind the most brilliant defense he’s ever spun, one that will cross every legal and moral boundary.
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An addictive read, A Criminal Defense is filled with twists and turns from start to finish. The author clearly knows the business, both in the courtroom and on the page.
Authentic. Compelling. Unpredictable. Now that those descriptions of what to expect are out of the way, only this remains: the author advances the story with every sentence towards a conclusion that any reader will have to admit wasn’t their first guess as to who dun it. Now my new favorite legal thriller writer, joining the ranks of Grisham and Ellsworth.
This was probably my favorite Kindle First book that I ever read. It has a magnificent surprise ending that will leave you spellbound. An amazing legal thriller!
His characters are real and so are the courtroom scenes which is no great surprise when you learn the author’s day job is …
A Criminal Defense (Philadelphia Legal) Kindle Edition
by William L. Myers Jr. (Author)
This debut novel is a scorcher of a legal thriller. If you only read one book this year then this is truly a must read.
In the writing of William . L. Myers Jr. you will find all you need to find. His characters are real and so are the courtroom scenes which is no great surprise when you learn the author’s day job is that of a lawyer.
Who said the law was boring or criminal trials lack intensity? There have been many writers before this author who have brought to life the stuffy courtroom procedures and atmosphere. This is the latest writer in the genre and he stands up to scrutiny as well as any of his illustrious predecessors. Mr. Myers certainly passes muster and he now has a new fan.
The book has all the right ingredients: a hero but flawed as in real life; corrupt cops; more ruthless men and women than you can shake a stick at; twists and turns that make you dizzy; a fantastic but credible plot; characters with depth; and if you are a former lawyer (like me) courtroom humour that made me laugh out loud as in some of the asides between the trial judge and counsel.
Simply the best book I have read this year. I know it is only January but it will take some beating. It would not surprise me at all if this book is adapted into a screenplay in the future. I have already pre-ordered Mr. Myers’ next novel due for release on January 23, 2018. I can’t wait to start reading it.
Thank you Mr. Myers for a great book and Kindle Unlimited for the opportunity of reading it.
Note to Amazon: It is a shame Kindle Unlimited reviews are not counted as “Verified Reviews.”
I listened to this book on Audible. The narrator struggled, and I struggled to listen to him; he made me wish I had bought the book to read instead. That and the fact that the book was slow going for about the first 4-5 hours almost made me stop listening altogether. I’m glad I didn’t though! it got pretty intense and the twists and turns were constant, keeping me on the edge of my seat.
far fetched and convoluted.
This writer”s legal thrillers are tightly well written with very engaging, slow-burn suspense. His writing is skillful and grammatically excellent which has become a rarity in current day popular novels. I have read all of his books and heartily recommend them. Read them in order as they sometimes refer back to his previous stories.
WOW! You think you’ve figured out most of the story … And perhaps have … But some things will blow you away. Not a story of justice. Not a good look for criminal lawyers … But one wild read if just considering it for story value, just WOW!
Myers brings an intense book full of deceit and emotion. I highly recommend this book to fans of the genre.
You think you have figured it out. You didn’t. This former attorney, turned writer, knows how to weave a tale. This was his first book that I read and I just finished his second. Can’t wait to read more.
Very twisty. Totally didn’t see it coming. Excellent law thriller. Makes you think what you would do in this situation.
5+++. Great writer. The plot was well thought out and developed. There were many twist and turns and complex plots that flowed smoothly throughout the book. Really well done. This book won’t leave you feeling great about our legal system but will leave you wanting more from this author. characters are well developed and you end up with a love/hate feeling about them. I never saw the ending coming. Audio was good too. Definitely recommend it.
I like a book I can’t figure out. This is the one. Lots of twists.
Enjoyable legal adventure.
I loved it. Never read a book quite like it.
Good read!
This book kept you guessing until the very end. Wonderful read!
loved it, well written!
Very good. Held my attention. Want to read more of this author!
Well paced murder story with some twists.