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Washed-up, small-town lawyer Marko Bauer already has enough on his plate. And with his latest case, he may have bitten off more than he can chew. "...authentic, tightly plotted, and leaves some great surprises..." --Joe Cargile, author of Legacy on Trial Defending Allee Smith's cousin on what appear to be run-of-the-mill drug charges, Marko quickly discovers that the case is just the tip of the iceberg in their town's murky waters. The eye of the storm? The Yellow Lark restaurant, an eatery with more secrets than specials on the menu. Allee, fresh out of the clink and trying to stitch her life back together, turns out to be the ultimate wingwoman. Dragged into the fray, she and Marko discover a thumb drive crammed with the kind of secrets that make people disappear. They're playing with fire, and it's about to get hot. In a town where truth is a commodity and the price of justice is steep, Marko and Allee are caught in a desperate race against time. Unraveling the town's secrets could be their path to redemption--or the road to disaster. From Wall Street Journal bestselling author James Chandler and seasoned attorney Laura Snider comes Justice Bites. Perfect for fans of John Grisham and Michael Connelly. _________________ What readers are saying: "Whew what a ride!" "Loved this courtroom thriller." "...a great crime drama mystery..." "Fantastic book - deserves 10 stars." "An outstanding start to a series with potential."
A washed-up lawyer takes on a seemingly simple drug case that spirals into a dangerous conspiracy. Marko Bauer, a small-town lawyer already struggling with his career, finds himself in over his head when defending Allee Smith's cousin. What begins as a routine drug charge quickly reveals itself to be the tip of an iceberg of secrets hidden within the town, centered around a local restaurant called The Yellow Lark. Allee, recently released from prison and attempting to rebuild her life, becomes an unlikely ally to Marko as they uncover a thumb drive containing explosive information that puts their lives at risk.
Menrva reader comments indicate a strong positive reception, with one reader describing it as a "Whew what a ride!" and another praising it as a "great crime drama mystery." The book is also noted as an "outstanding start to a series with potential." The writing is characterized as authentic and tightly plotted, with satisfying surprises. The blend of legal drama and crime elements seems to resonate well with readers who enjoy the works of authors like John Grisham and Michael Connelly.
Page Count:
314
Publication Date:
2025-02-18
Publisher:
Severn River Publishing
ISBN-10:
1648756166
ISBN-13:
9781648756160
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