Her Deadly Game

Keera Duggan, Book 1

By: Robert Dugoni

Narrated by: Saskia Maarleveld

Length: 11 hrs

Publisher's summary

A defense attorney is prepared to play. But is she a pawn in a master’s deadly match? A twisting novel of suspense by New York Times bestselling author Robert Dugoni.

Keera Duggan was building a solid reputation as a Seattle prosecutor, until her romantic relationship with a senior colleague ended badly. For the competitive former chess prodigy, returning to her family’s failing criminal defense law firm to work for her father is the best shot she has. With the right moves, she hopes to restore the family’s reputation, her relationship with her father, and her career.

Keera’s chance to play in the big leagues comes when she’s retained by Vince LaRussa, an investment adviser accused of murdering his wealthy wife. There’s little hard evidence against him, but considering the couple’s impending and potentially nasty divorce, LaRussa faces life in prison. The prosecutor is equally challenging: Miller Ambrose, Keera’s former lover, who’s eager to destroy her in court on her first homicide defense.

As Keera and her team follow the evidence, they uncover a complicated and deadly game that’s more than Keera bargained for. When shocking information turns the case upside down, Keera must decide between her duty to her client, her family’s legacy, and her own future.

©2023 by La Mesa Fiction, LLC. (P)2023 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

Critic reviews

“Fast-paced legal-intrigue gold that could be improved only by kicking off a new series.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“Twist-filled.…John Grisham fans will be pleased.”—Publishers Weekly

“One of the best puzzle books ever! I raced through the pages, which are packed full of compelling characters and taut gamesmanship, desperate to learn the answer to this extraordinary thriller, which is both whodunit and how-dunit. I would follow Robert Dugoni anywhere.”—Lisa Gardner, #1 New York Times bestselling author

not the author's best book

I have read all of Robert Dugoni 's books and thoroughly enjoyed most, but this book was slow and the plot struggled

Great legal thriller and family firm. More please

This was an intriguing story from start to finish! I love the Duggan family dynamics that were present and wish for more. Keera’s background story was very interesting and perhaps more will be revealed in following books. Definitely Looking forward to learning more about other members of the Duggan family and their various relationships. I also appreciated the attempts to add diversity to the characters. Bravo! This book 1 could be the beginning of a fantastic series. The subject of the legal situation was undeniably spell-binding. The manipulations and deceit of those involved were breath taking. As the story unfolded more complexities were revealed. I had to back up for fear that I missed something. It was really good. I enjoyed the narrator and will look for more of her work. Please hurry and publish book 2 for Keera Duggan and family.

First of a series or stand alone?

It could be either, but I would be happy to see Keera’s story continue! Dugoni has done the tough part of setting up a main character with supporting cast around her in the form of family and nemesis (also a former lover), and writing her a complex and winning story. I’d be happy to see it turn into a series, but I really enjoyed it even if he decides to leave it there!

Grand Slam!

Robert Dugoni has become one of my favorite authors & he hit a grand slam with this book! The story and the narration were excellent.

So glad to have found Robert Dugoni

Since reading “…..Sam Hell” I look for his books. “Her Deadly Game” did not disappoint. I thought the narrator did an excellent job.

Loved it!

This is part police procedural and part courtroom drama, and like all Robert Dugoni novels, it has wonderful character development. I'd recommend this book to everyone.

I absolutely loved listening to Saskia Maarleveld narrate the story. She brought all of the characters to life.

Great story that pulls you in & takes takes you on a fun detour-filled ride

Great narration & engrossing story. A totally worthwhile 11 hr trip thru miscalculations, misplaced trust, intense court proceedings & a feel good ending.

Good mystery novel

No spoilers. Good plot and final twist. It entertained me all the way through the story.

Great read

I really enjoyed this. Hopefully the beginning of a new series
The author never fails and the narrator was nice to listen to.

Intriguing and exceptionally performed

Loved every minute and was sorry when it was done. This reader is very talented and has the power to make all the different characters totally believable. You'll love it!