Category Archives: Legal thrillers

“The Murder Rule” by Dervla McTiernan – Book Review

Posted on May 15, 2022 by Fictionophile

Hannah – a third year law student who lives with her mother in Orono, Maine. When she learns about the Innocence Project led by a law professor Robert Parekh at the University of Virginia, she leaves her home and travels … Continue reading →

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“The Night Swim” by Megan Goldin – Book Review

Posted on January 20, 2021 by Fictionophile

Rachel Krall, a successful podcast journalist travels to a small, conservative coastal town in North Carolina to cover a rape trial. Intelligent, curious, and a champion of justice, Rachel’s podcast signoff is “I’m Rachel Krall and this is Guilty or … Continue reading →

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“Double Deceit” by Julienne Brouwers – Book Review

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Fictionophile

The premise is intriguing. Jennifer Smits and her husband Oliver have gone away for the weekend for a break in attempts to heal the rifts in their marriage. However, Oliver goes for a walk after a row, and then is … Continue reading →

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“Blood Orange” by Harriet Tyce – Book Review

Posted on November 7, 2019 by Fictionophile

“Actions have consequences” Alison Wood is burning the candle at both ends in both her personal and professional life. She works long hours as a busy barrister in London and has just landed her first ever murder case. Unfortunately, the … Continue reading →

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Guest Post – N. Lombardi Jr. discusses the story behind his latest novel “Justice Gone”

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Fictionophile

Having written two novels which were both cross-cultural adventure stories, and seeing them flop, I realized that I was not conscious of the current interests of today’s readership. I knew I had to write something that would have general appeal … Continue reading →

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“The Long Drop” by Denise Mina – Book Review

Posted on September 15, 2017 by Fictionophile

“The Long Drop is a re-imagining of the Peter Manual trial and of the drunken night two men spent carousing in Glasgow.” Ever since I read the fantastic “Garnethill” I have been a devout fan of Denise Mina. This time … Continue reading →

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“Wilde Lake” by Laura Lippman – Book Review

Posted on March 5, 2017 by Fictionophile

An African-American man accused of rape by a humiliated girl.  A vengeful father.  A courageous attorney.  A worshipful daughter.  Think you know this story?  Think again.  Wilde Lake  is a stand-alone novel by the author of the Tess Monaghan mystery … Continue reading →

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Some challenges of being a writer (Guest post by attorney/novelist, Steve Clark)

Posted on February 17, 2017 by Fictionophile

Writing a novel is hard work.  Hard work that some authors make look easy, but it is hard all the same.  Today on Fictionophile I have the privilege of hosting a guest post by attorney/novelist Steve Clark, the author of … Continue reading →

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“My sister’s grave” by Robert Dugoni – Book Review

Posted on October 3, 2015 by Fictionophile

The picturesque town of Cedar Grove in Washington’s Cascade mountains was always a place of happiness and sanctuary for Tracy.  She grew up in a warm and loving environment with her beloved sister Sarah, and her dear mother and father.  … Continue reading →

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“Startup” by Glenn Ogura – Book Review

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Fictionophile

If you read novels to relax, this debut thriller by author Glenn Ogura, “Startup” is not for you.  I was at the edge of my seat – frantically turning pages throughout.  A modern yet timeless tale of good vs. evil. … Continue reading →

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