The Gods of Guilt

By: Michael Connelly

Narrated by: Peter Giles

Length: 11 hrs and 49 mins

Publisher's summary

INSPIRATION FOR THE ORIGINAL SERIES THE LINCOLN LAWYER–THE #1 TV SHOW ON NETFLIX

Defense attorney Mickey Haller is forced to bend the law until it breaks when he is hired to defend a man accused of killing a prostitute in this novel of courtroom suspense, the "best one yet" (The Washington Post).

Mickey Haller gets the text, "Call me ASAP—187," and the California penal code for murder immediately gets his attention. Murder cases have the highest stakes and the biggest paydays, and they always mean Haller has to be at the top of his game.

When Mickey learns that the victim was his own former client, a prostitute he thought he had rescued and put on the straight and narrow path, he knows he is on the hook for this one. He soon finds out that she was back in LA and back in the life. Far from saving her, Mickey may have been the one who put her in danger.

Haunted by the ghosts of his past, Mickey must work tirelessly and bring all his skill to bear on a case that could mean his ultimate redemption or proof of his ultimate guilt. The Gods of Guilt shows once again why "Michael Connelly excels, easily surpassing John Grisham in the building of courtroom suspense" (Los Angeles Times).

©2013 Michael Connelly (P)2013 Hachette Audio

Critic reviews

"The combination of this fast-paced courtroom drama and Giles's steady and consistent narration makes for an engrossing listening experience…Giles's rich portrayals help listeners differentiate the multiple characters as Haller becomes convinced that his client is not only innocent but also the victim of an elaborate setup involving local police and DEA agents." (AudioFile)

"Connelly knows when to put his foot on the gas and when to take it off. Once he has you on board, turning the pages, you won't want to climb off." (Boston Globe)

"Haller is the kind of slick, cynical showman who can't resist making high drama out of every legal procedure....There's always something deadly serious behind Connelly's entertaining courtroom high jinks" (New York Times Book Review)

Love the Lincoln lawyer

Great listen and story line. Always an enjoyable book when Mr. Giles is narrating it!

A continuation of the Lincoln Lawyer!

This story is very easy to follow. It is fun summer reading material and the story and narration are very plausible and smooth. The familiarity of characters makes it a great choice for light reading and guiltless enjoyment.

Delightful, educational, and captivating...

Easy to listen,Mr. Giles... you’re my new narrator. Once you get captured by the flow, it’s very hard to put down.

The best one yet

The Gods of Guilt will have you riveted, begging for more. Excellent storyline with the great narration Giles always provides. And a cliffhanger you’ll never forget.

Gripping and compelling

Reading some of the other reviews prior to making the purchase I nearly didn’t. However I have to say, I’m so happy I did.
This is one of Michaels greats. The tempo of the story is fast and has many moving parts but the commentator does a great job at separating the components and the players.
The story is well crafted and brings
Mickey Haller to life in this gripping and compelling audio book.

On edge of seat

Ok, I wasn’t expecting it! Great legal story. Michael Connelly never disappoints me. Good read (and/or) listen.

Easily the best in the series

Easily the best in the series, both in terms of story and character work. If you saw the movie and don’t know where to start, start here. If you love it, then you’ll enjoy all the others. If you don’t, then you know you gave it a shot.

Gods of guilt

awesome! this book is as good as or better than Lincoln lawyer. Great suspence, details. you feel like you're in the courtroom, one of the jurrors.

Brilliant

The story was amazing! Had me on the edge of my seat multiple times throughout!

Good Listening

lLoved it! Lincoln Lawyer, Harry Bosch, the narrator are always one of my favorites. Once again a suspenseful well written murder mystery with lots of hidden surprises.