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The Lincoln Lawyer

A gripping legal thriller about justice and morality

Michael Connelly author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Orion Publishing Co

Published:6th Nov '14

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Mickey Haller operates as a defense attorney from his car, facing unexpected challenges in The Lincoln Lawyer as he defends a wealthy client accused of assault.

In The Lincoln Lawyer, readers are introduced to Mickey Haller, a criminal defense attorney who operates from the backseat of his Lincoln car. This unique setup allows him to navigate the legal system with an unconventional yet effective approach. Haller's life takes a significant turn when he secures a high-profile case involving a wealthy Beverly Hills client accused of violently assaulting a woman. This case could be a turning point in his career, providing him with the opportunity to prove his skills and potentially defend an innocent man.

As Mickey delves deeper into the case, he begins to unravel a web of deceit that complicates the situation. The evidence initially appears to favor his client, but as he investigates further, he realizes that both the suspect and the victim are not who they seem. The tension escalates as Haller finds himself caught in a dangerous game, where the stakes are high and the truth is elusive. The narrative explores the moral complexities of the legal profession and the concept of innocence, raising questions about justice and the lengths one will go to protect their client.

Ultimately, The Lincoln Lawyer is a gripping legal thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. It highlights the challenges faced by defense attorneys and the intricate dynamics of the courtroom, all while showcasing Mickey Haller's resilience and cunning in a world filled with unpredictability and danger.

The first legal thriller from Detective Harry Bosch creator Michael Connelly is a knockout ... Oozing hard-boiled Los Angeles attitude both in the car and in the courtroom, Mickey's a treat * TIME OUT *
There are moments of real tension, before Connelly, the master storyteller, comes up with a solution worthy of John Grisham. A fine start to a welcome new series * SUNDAY TELEGRAPH *
A legal thriller may be a new departure for Michael Connelly, but it has all the hallmarks that have rightly made his Harry Bosch books so popular: credible characters, skilful scene-setting, a gripping plot and utter authenticity * EVENING STANDARD *
Potent, stand-alone thriller ... Brilliantly plotted and played out, with court scenes which winch up the tension to breaking point. New territory for Connelly, author of the peerless Harry Bosch series, but immediately expert, exciting and absorbing. Connelly writes the kind of book that dares you to put it down. Chances are that you won't. Too much is likely to happen while you leave it unattended * LITERARY REVIEW *
THE LINCOLN LAWYER is a pitch-perfect LA noir legal thriller that proves what I've been thinking for a long time now, that Michael Connelly is one of the very best writers working today in any genre. A modern Raymond Chandler for what he calls 'the world without truth' -- Carlos Ruiz Zafon * SUNDAY TELEGRAPH *
The thriller of the year * THE MIRROR *

ISBN: 9781409156055

Dimensions: 196mm x 133mm x 31mm

Weight: 330g

480 pages