Book Overview
The third electrifying book in #1 bestselling author Lisa Scottoline's Rosato & Associates series has criminal lawyer Marta Richter in a race to prove one man's innocence. "Lisa Scottoline writes riveting thrillers that keep me up all night, with plots that twist and turn."--Harlan Coben Criminal lawyer Marta Richter is hours away from winning an acquittal for her client, millionaire businessman Elliot Steere. Elliot is on trial for the murder of a homeless man who had tried to carjack him. But as the jury begins deliberations, Marta discovers the chilling truth about her client's innocence. Taking justice into her own hands, she sets out to prove the truth, with the help of two young associates. In an excruciating game of beat-the-clock with both the jury and the worst blizzard to hit Philadelphia in decades, Marta will learn that the search for justice isn't only rough--it can also be deadly.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0060187468
ISBN13:9780060187460
Release Date:August 1997
Publisher:Harper
Length:352 Pages
Weight:1.12 lbs.
Dimensions:1.2" x 6.1" x 9.3"
Customer Reviews
4 ratings
Five stars for sheer fun...
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
I loved this writer - her writing is witty, amusing - I was sorry it ended. Lisa Scottoline has a true, fresh voice in the detective genre. This was the first book of hers I read. I wanted to read all the others and I am now in the middle of "Moment of Truth." I particularly like her descriptions of the men in her protagonists' families. She's really very dear, despite her mouthy personality, which I happened to enjoy, contrary to some of the (unbelievably prudish) readers below. Thanks, Lisa!
Fast, fun and gripping!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
I've read hundreds of "lawyer" novels and must say that this one kept me up late, turning pages as fast as I could. I loved the cast of women lawyers, loved tough, mean, gutsy Marta, and the two appealing associates, and all the legal banter, and for once all the political infighting was interesting instead of a huge yawn. I also enjoyed the author's short, strong, colorful writing style. That's one reason the book seemed such a fast, exciting read. As for the character growth, I saw plenty of that. Marta became humbled and decided there were things in life worth more than work. And Benny learned not to be so "ice cold" and to put her associates first. I intend to buy and read every Lisa Scottoline book I can find.
An Excellent Read
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
I recently read Everywhere Mary Went and Legal Tender. They were excellent books. They were action-packed from the beginning to the end. Lisa Scottoline was consistent in her excellent writing ability when she wrote Rough Justice. However, I would have perferred a much slower ending. Such as the details of the interview with Marta during police questioning. I love connecting stories. Bringing Bennie, Mary, and Judy into this story was a great idea. I can't wait for Lisa's next book.
Justice Fights the Clock
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 27 years ago
Page-Turner and full of suspense! Millionaire, Steere, confesses his guilt to one of his four attorneys, Marta Richter, while the jury is deciding his innocence. With less than 24 hours, she decides to prove Steere is a murderer. Obstacles soar at every turn for this group of women attorneys, a blizzard and a shooter trying to stop their efforts. Cold, tired and afraid for their own personal saftey these women are relentless in the pursuit for the true ID of the man who was murdered and the conviction for the man whom they have defended
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