The Lawyer's Lawyer

I was really looking forward to James Sheehan's next book, having read or listened to the first couple. It's worth a listen, but be prepared to deal with and suspend belief in the behavior of the "saintly" characters. Some of it is a real stretch, especially considering people have their lives on the line.

The Perry Mason-type ending was both predictable and unrealistic. I found myself thinking, "Here it comes!", then, "Oh no! He actually went through with it!!!!" More suitable for Days of Our Lives than for one of Mr. Sheehan's books.

His voice is very listenable. Does a nice job with the different characters.

Yes, write this review.

Plot's holier than the Pope. Odd non-sequiturs drop out of nowhere. Whudda hell was the garage attack about? Sappy hero, weird law, absolutely predictable. And the characters!!! Sheeeesh! I know not to expect the complexity of Hemmingway but I'd like more depth than a parking lot puddle. Even Alan Alda's too manly to play the leading part. And the basic premise of the key trial is simply stupid. I listened to this entire mess because I paid for it. Will never pay for another Sheehan work. As for Rick Zieff, maybe this swamp through which he had to slog explains my feelings about his work. Okay... he kept the characters straight and I'll try him once more. How did this thing ever get published?

In case you wonder... nope... didn't like it at all.

I liked the reversal of positions. Clever, and done well.

Her testimony at the end.

Henry.

Nope.

Most books are predictable for be, this one had some very good twists. Loved that and loved the way author worked in the Atticus Finch honor.

James Sheehan novels are great and this one is no exception. I enjoy his work so much. His attention to detail and great storyline is fabulous. I do suggest that you read his books in order so you can see the development of the characters involved. You could read them on their own but if you plan to read more of his work, start from the beginning.

If this were the first mystery I had read, I probably would have enjoyed it. However, after reading every book written by Michael Connelly, John Sanford, Lee Child, and many other big name mystery writers, I could barely make it through this book. Characters are too perfect, too much passive language, too much explanation (does anyone who reads not know what "change of venue" means relating to a trial?). I could go on, but you get the picture. The only real suspense was whether or not I had the patience to finish the book. When I did finish it, I had already guessed the ending before the halfway mark because the author gave away too many clues.

Good narration and an interesting set of characters.

Moves along at a good pace but the end was a let down. Needed more twists to make it compelling listening.

Good character voices--on sounded like Walter Brennan!