Michael “Mickey” Haller is a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney with the type of clients you’d rather see him lose for in the courtroom. When he lands a “franchise” case representing Louis Roulet, a wealthy realtor, Haller feels like he’s truly in the money and on the path towards more like-walleted clients.
What is remarkable about this story is how vivid a picture we’re given of Mickey Haller. On the surface, he’s a slick, oily attorney representing the underbelly of the city. Beneath that veneer you’ll find a conflicted man who’s a very good lawyer who also manages to be well liked by his two ex-wives. His courtroom strategies are pretty ingenious and when his money case takes an awful turn, we get the opportunity to see Haller turn inward, getting a glimpse of the man’s soul.
This is an excellent start to what should be an interesting series. I wasn’t all that interested in this character before reading this book and now am extremely intrigued. I’m also looking forward to seeing Haller intersect with Harry Bosch.
Book Info
- Release Date: October 3, 2005
- Series: Mickey Haller #1; Harry Bosch Universe #15
- Narrator: Adam Grupper
- Audio Length: 11 hours, 35 minutes
(I watched the movie a few months ago and loved it)
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I watched the movie (I mean who doeskin love Matthew McConaughey) and really liked it, but have yet to read the book. I have so much catching up to do.
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The book has a more complicated plot but the movie follows it pretty closely. I’ve seen Matthew McConaughey as Mickey ever since😍
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Same, I really enjoyed the movie, but I’m yet to read the book 🙂
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Oh, you’ve got to read the book, Janel.
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I saw the movie too and loved it! Glad the book was also a winner ❤
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The book was even better if you can imagine that.
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Awesome. Now I want to see the movie again too! ❤
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I must read this! Thank you!
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You’re welcome. It’s SO good!
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Fantastic review Jonetta! I’ve wanted to read this for so long. Glad you enjoyed! I’ve never seen the movie either .
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Thank you, Lindsay! I think you’d enjoy this series and the movie.
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Glad you enjoyed this one, Jonetta! I remember liking this one and the rest of the series. Happy reading!
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Thanks, Darinda!
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I can’t remember if I’ve seen the movie or not, which is weird because I usually do! Wonderful review, Jonetta, and I hope it’s fun when this character and Bosch join up!
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Thank you, Jennifer! I think if you’d seen the movie, you’d remember that one. But the book is also excellent.
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Love Mickey and love Harry! I will be listening to the latest book last few weeks of December when I have some free time!
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Me, too! I’m all caught up but wanted to introduce Mickey first.
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Yes I am all caught up on this one as well! Probably my absolute favorite!
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I have to see that movie! Thanks for your review!
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You’re welcome! It shows up on cable pretty regularly.
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I have watched the movie, and I have the book too! it was pleasantly good!
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Then you know what I mean by it’s okay to read the book after seeing the movie (which I rarely do).
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I read the book as a teen. My Mom loved the author. It was a little more in depth, but the movie was good and of course easy on the eyes!
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I’m crazy about Harry Bosch and even though I read the book before the movie, I’d seen promos so Mickey will always look like McConaughey.
I’m late to the series so it’s a recent read.
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This is a series I’ve always wanted to try, so I’m glad to hear it’s a good one!
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Suzanne, if you ever plan to start, use the Goodreads Harry Bosch Universe series list. A group of us worked on integrating the two.
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Yes I want to start reading Connelly. Should I start with Harry Bosch series first? Anne – Books of My Heart
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Anne, the two series intersect. Here’s the link to the series list that incorporates all of the related series that connect with Harry. I worked with a group to put this together and this is the list we followed for our series group read.
https://www.goodreads.com/series/212785-harry-bosch-universe
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I haven’t watched the movie, but yeah Matthew McConaughey!!! I’ll have to check out both – great review!
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Thanks, DG! You won’t regret it.
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