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Presumed Innocent
Prosecutor Rusty Sabich is charged with the murder of his colleague and mistress. The story unravels his hidden affairs and the corruption in the legal system.
The Lincoln Lawyer
Mickey Haller is a defense attorney who operates out of his Lincoln Town Car. He lands a high-profile case defending a wealthy realtor accused of assault.
Monster
Steve Harmon, a 16-year-old African-American boy, is on trial for felony murder. The narrative explores the complexities of innocence and identity.
The Reversal
Mickey Haller is recruited to prosecute a high-profile retrial of a child abuser, but as new evidence emerges, the case becomes more complex.
Anatomy of a Murder
Lawyer Paul Biegler takes on a case of murder where a lieutenant is accused of killing a bar owner after his wife claims she was raped.
The Firm
Mitch McDeere, a law school graduate, uncovers the sinister activities of his law firm, and must act to escape dangerous retribution.
To Kill a Mockingbird
Atticus Finch defends Tom Robinson, an African American man accused of raping a white woman. Scout and Jem learn about justice and empathy.
Witness for the Prosecution
Leonard Vole is accused of murdering a wealthy widow. The twists reveal a labyrinth of deceit especially with the unexpected testimony of Vole's wife.
The Runaway Jury
In a trial against a major gun manufacturer, a mysterious juror sways the jury from the inside, while legal teams race to discover his motives.
The Caine Mutiny
Naval Lieutenant Maryk is on trial for relieving Captain Queeg of command during a typhoon. The case delves into Queeg's mental stability.
In Cold Blood
Nonfiction novel about the murder of the Clutter family in Kansas. The investigation led by Agent Al Dewey explores the motives behind the senseless crime.
Snow Falling on Cedars
Set in the post-WWII era, a Japanese-American man is accused of murder against a backdrop of racial prejudice. The novel intertwines the detective aspects with a past love story.
A Time to Kill
A young defense attorney, Jake Brigance, defends a black father who took the law into his own hands after his daughter is brutally attacked.
Defending Jacob
Assistant District Attorney Andy Barber faces a conflict of interest when his son Jacob is accused of murder, testing his loyalty and belief in his son's innocence.
The Children Act
Fiona Maye, a High Court judge, must rule in the case of a teenage boy who is refusing a life-saving blood transfusion on religious grounds.
Blind Justice
Detective William Monk investigates the case of a wealthy woman accused of poisoning her husband. The search for truth leads to unexpected revelations.
Criminal Intent
Annabelle Marconi prosecutes a difficult case involving a rich socialite accused of murdering her husband, while facing opposition from her own office.
A Certain Justice
P.D. James novel where Commander Adam Dalgliesh must solve the murder of a barrister, famed for prosecuting controversial cases and making enemies.
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