Blood Ties by Ruth Lillegraven #Amazon Crossing Publisher #Thriller and Suspense #Ruth Lillegraven #Watch this space

 

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Amazon Crossing (July 26, 2022)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 317 pages

Gideon's Grandchildren by Bill Jaquette #William Jacquette Publisher #Court Practice #Bill Jaquette #Criminal Procedure

                                            

                                                      

MY THOUGHTS AND BOOK REVIEW

What a fascinating read! Bill Jacquettes' s debut novel can keep a reader engrossed at looking deeply into how the Criminal legal system and Washington State Criminal laws works and how they were handled by the Hudson County Public Defenders. From Cindy Baker's charge with first degree trafficking in stolen property, Gilbert Martin's second degree robbery for stealing groceries from safeway, Ray Langus's sentence for a felony, second degree robbery, Lori Lucas's charge with first degree criminal mistreatment, Joe seller's conviction of second degree assault and the most complicated case of Walter for the crime of rape, has brought real life examples through Public defender Steve Cole in these long list of characters.  

I found it interesting to learn about the three strikes law in Washington that judge Tibbits handed down in the case of Jeff Harris. Three strikes law means one is convicted of facing three violent felonies goes to prison, where a conviction would be fewer years in prison. The book has captured cross examinations, having a win in a case or disappointments of losing, verdicts of the jury panel, presentations in a detailed manner. Interesting to know about the guilty pleas made in large majority of cases through the court in US criminal system. 

The important role of a public defender is clearly evolved in this book. A public defender can be only used by those who cannot afford to hire an attorney. I just reviewed the book Gideon's Grandchildren by Bill Jacquette. Thanks to Bill Jacquette and Netgalley for an advance copy for my honest review.

Book Description

A Compelling Portrait of the Hidden Faces of Justice

Steve Cole is a young public defense attorney with a long list of clients: Among them is Jeff Harris, who is facing a life sentence under a law that Steve believes is cruel and unfair. When Harris is presented with a plea bargain that would spare him a life sentence, Steve urges his client to accept. Steve is shocked when Harris turns down the plea bargain in favor of going to trial.

Steve quickly finds himself in the most difficult case of his career, in addition to all his other clients. Nevertheless, Steve grows to respect Harris and the decision he made, compelling him to work tirelessly for a not-guilty verdict for Harris.

Throughout the novel, author Bill Jaquette weaves his own thirty-plus years’ experience in public defense and provides readers with an intimate look at the day-to-day lives and struggles of public defense attorneys. The result is a compassionate portrayal of some of the most critical figures in the American courts, their clients, and the arduous and complicated role of maintaining justice.

• Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 18, 2021
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• File size ‏ : ‎ 2942 KB
• Print length ‏ : ‎ 230 pages

Walking in Tall Weeds by Robin W Pearson #Tyndale House Publishers #Christian Women's Fiction #Robin W Pearson

 

MY THOUGHTS AND BOOK REVIEW

A Christian southern family drama novel that takes place in the setting of Hickory Dock, North Carolina. It was a slow mover for me, but nonetheless a fascinating and a simple read filled with great characters.... first and foremost a story about a family (and a multi-racial family…dad Fred Baldwin is Black and mom Paulette is white). McKinley their only son returns home from Philadelphia after he graduated from college to dreadfully listen to the overheated conversations along the way, even though marriage conflicts arising in his mum and dad's relationship was present but what keeps them together is their faith towards God.

I was feeling sympathetic towards each of them. McKinley's dad, Fred designed furniture for George & Company. He was truly a professional architect who thinks like a designer and was not interested in feelings of his friends or colleagues when it came to building a business. Mckinley grew up around the business, so he was familiar with his daddy's business but not interested to follow his footsteps. Paulette a bit concerned about their son's future after thirty-five years knew it was Fred's life's work. Their livelihood. 

The author addresses relationship conflicts and racism in a careful manner in this novel. This is my first novel written by Robin W Pearson. I would rate it 4 star! 

I just reviewed Walking in Tall Weeds by Robin W Pearson, Thanks to Tyndale House Publishers and NetGalley for an advance copy for my honest review.

BOOK DESCRIPTION

Paulette and Fred Baldwin find themselves wading through a new season of life in Hickory Grove, North Carolina. Their only son, McKinley, now works hundreds of miles away, and the distance between the husband and wife feels even farther. When their son returns home, his visit dredges up even more conflict between Fred and Paulette.

McKinley makes it no secret that he doesn’t intend to follow in his father’s footsteps at George & Company Fine Furnishings or otherwise. Fred can’t quite bring himself to accept all his son’s choices, yet Paulette is determined McKinley will want for nothing, least of all a mother’s love and attention―which her own skin color cost her as a child. But all her striving leaves Fred on the outside looking in.

Paulette suspects McKinley and Fred are hiding something that could change the whole family. Soon, she’s facing a whirlwind she never saw coming, and the three of them must dig deep to confront the truth. Maybe then they’ll discover that their history is only skin-deep while their faith can take them right to the heart of things.

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Tyndale House Publishers (July 19, 2022)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 448 pages