First published 2001
This anthology brings together fresh legal fiction from established mystery and thriller authors. Perri O'Shaughnessy, Margaret Maron, Jeremiah Healy, and other prominent writers in the field contribute original stories that explore the world of courts, lawyers, and justice. Each tale presents different characters navigating legal challenges, from defense attorneys facing impossible cases to prosecutors wrestling with moral dilemmas. The collection spans various legal settings and situations, offering readers multiple perspectives on how the law intersects with human drama. Jonnie Jacobs, Taffy Cannon, Michael A. Kahn, Claire Youmans, Rochelle Krich, and Carroll Lachnit round out the contributor list, each bringing their distinctive voice to stories that examine what happens when ordinary people encounter the legal system's complexities and contradictions.
Genres: fiction, short-stories, mystery, crime, legal-thriller
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, thought-provoking
Tropes: moral-dilemma, ordinary-people
304 pages · Hardcover · Berkley Hardcover