the setup…
Defense attorney Keera Duggan is asked by JP Harrison, her investigator, to take on the case of Michael Westbrook who is accused of murdering a suspected drug smuggler and his girlfriend. It’s personal because Michael is JP’s nephew. While the evidence is circumstantial, the lead prosecutor is Anh Tran who is as formidable as they come, earning the moniker of Batwoman. As the case begins, it becomes clear that something is off and Keera isn’t fighting on a fair playing field.
the heart of the story…
Even I could tell something wasn’t right from the onset as the prosecutor wrested the case away from the lead detectives early on. Keera has exceptional skills and was fast on her feet when the twists kept coming in the courtroom. I loved the courtroom dynamics as it was akin to two star heavyweights in battle. This was such good stuff.
the narration…
Saskia Maarleveld is one of my most favorite narrators and is a perfect choice to narrate a legal thriller. Her delivery of the courtroom scenes was phenomenal.
the bottom line…
My love for legal thrillers is no secret and Dugoni is so good at writing them. The mystery was solid but it was those courtroom battles that had me mesmerized. As much as I love his other characters, Keera Duggan has risen to the top and I hope this series has no end in sight. I finished this in a day. Next!
Book Info
- Release Date: January 27, 2026
- Series: Keera Duggan #3
- Narrator: Saskia Maarleveld
- Audio Length: 10 hours, 28 minutes
- Publisher: Brilliance Audio
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Sounds good Jo, glad you enjoyed it!
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Thanks, Nicki💜
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Sounds good, it’s a while since I picked up a legal thriller. Thanks for the recommendation
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I can’t recommend this highly enough, Sarah💜
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Amazing review for an awesome story! It’s a favorite of mine also.
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Thank you, Anne💜 I’m glad we share the love for this series.
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I can read your enthusiasm for the series! Great review Jonetta.
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Thank you, Jodie💜
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Fab review! I’m glad you enjoyed this book as well. ❤
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Thanks, Yvo💜 Such a great series.
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Great review, Jo. I enjoyed the previous book in this series and need to get to this one. I am loving watching this season of The Lincoln Lawyer and this gives me the same feel.
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Thanks, Carla💜 Hubby and I binge watched the entire season 4 of Lincoln Lawyer on its release day (paid for it the next day). This does have a similar feel.
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I only have 2 episodes to go and will watch them tonight.
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