Scrappymags 5 word review: Jury Duty is a Killer!

Publication date: 8/13/19

Genre: Mystery/Legal Thriller

Shortest. Summary. EVER. Book #4 finds criminal attorney and former con-man Eddie Flynn defending famous actor Bobby Solomon, accused of murdering his young wife and her lover. Here’s what we DO know: a killer has found his way onto the jury. Is he the murderer here or is Solomon hiding more behind those good looks and acting talent?

What’s good under the hood: This is my first book read in the series and I’m officially A FAN. A huge one- ready to go back and read what I’ve missed. With that said, there didn’t seem to be spoilers of previous books and the story was Easy to follow without prior book knowledge. Flynn reminds me a bit of his Chicago namesake Billy Flynn – he’s quick and slick and knows how to work a courtroom. But unlike the “razor-dazzle” man, Eddie has a conscience. He won’t take the case if he thinks Solomon is guilty.

I thought the plot to be improbable at first – serial killer on a jury? I mean, it can’t be easy to get on a jury. And I was right. It depends on the lengths someone is willing to go. And sure … a little luck. But Serial killer stories freak me out – the unknown victims, the randomness, the terror – and man this one delivered a solid 5/5 Heebie Jeebies.

What lost points: while I think Flynn’s “I won’t defend a guilty person” viewpoint is honorable, it’s simply not how trial lawyers work so those with court/lawyer knowledge will need to suspend a little disbelief.

Recommend to: Trial and legal thriller fans. Mystery fans. Those looking for a quick, riveting fast-paced read.

Not recommended to: Those who can’t suspend a little disbelief, anyone offended by police corruption.

Thanks to NetGalley, Flatiron books, and Author Steve Cavanagh for an advanced copy (and my future total avoidance of jury duty like the plague).