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The Gods of Guilt

By: Michael Connelly
Narrated by: Peter Giles
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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)

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The best

Some of the best legal fiction I have ever read. Highly recommend. Must read this.

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Skip the Politics.

Great plot and narration, however political references are awkward and take away from the story.

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Mickey Haller is better than Perry Mason and tougher than Philip Marlow

This story has it all. If you love intrigue and drama it just doesn’t get any better.

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Best crime story writer

Michael Connelly is the best crime story writer. This book kept me thoroughly engaged at all times. Also it is very informative of the real workings of the justice system. Don’t miss any of his books. They are all worth the read and listen.

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Riveting

Great story, well done! This story made the trip from Montana to Idaho a breeze.

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Another Excellent Connelly Novel

Intricate plot, fast paced, everything you have come to expect from Michael Connelly. Well worth it.

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This one was awesome.

It didn’t have as many twists as Connelly usually dose but it had me hyped up and pumping my fist in the end.

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Outstanding

The Gods of Guilt has so much suspense, I couldn’t stop listening. The story was riveting and novel. Great book.

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Good story

Had a hard time following at times, but might have been me. Reader was excellent

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Great story

Another hit for Michael Connelly. The Gods of Guilt is very good and fast read.

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