by John Grisham
First published 2016
Sebastian Rudd operates his law practice from a converted bar, ten years after graduating law school. He has built his reputation by bending rules to secure justice for his clients. When Thomas Cardell needs representation, Rudd faces his most challenging case yet. Cardell, a 33-year-old father with no money, reluctantly agreed to transport drugs to support his son. On his first night as a courier, an undercover police officer opens fire on him. Cardell shoots back to save his life, killing the cop in the process. Now only Cardell's testimony contradicts the surviving officer's version of events. Rudd must prove his client acted in self-defense while the entire police force works against him. The case will test everything Rudd has learned about fighting for justice in a corrupt system.
Genres: suspense, mystery, crime, legal-thriller
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: underdog, unlikely-hero
54 pages · Paperback · Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Content warnings: violence