This exciting book tells the story of Leila Reynolds, who faces her first murder case. It concerns the murder of a respected judge, a case that draws a great deal of media attention.
Leila faces a challenge: she has little experience with such complex cases, but the silent defendant, Jack Millman, chooses her as his attorney. His refusal to speak makes presenting the evidence even more difficult.
The case is not only about legal persuasion, but above all about convincing the jury. At the same time, Leila wrestles with her own secrets that hit close to home.
“Silent defendant” and courtroom drama are at the heart of this intriguing thriller, in which nothing is what it seems and truth is relative.
Themes
- ⚖️ Courtroom drama
- 🕵️♂️ Murder investigation
- 🤐 Silent defendant
- Hidden secrets
- 📰 Unreliable truths
- 💥 Plot twists