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Once again, Lescroart does not disappoint with a fast paced, interesting story. "The Suspect" is tightly written, carefully plotted, and fast-paced. Lescroart skillfully examines the psyches of his main characters and exposes the feelings that they keep hidden from public view. He also focuses on the unsavory aspects of human nature which often lead to violence. The courtroom scenes are compelling and the suspense builds steadily until a series of twists and turns brings the story to a slightly contrived but still satisfying resolution. Giving Gina Roarke her own novel was a smart move; she brings new life to a long-running series that had begun to show signs of age... "The Suspect" is not quite a one day read, but it is hard to put down.

This story involves Gina Roake, who is a partner in the law firm headed by Dismas Hardy, Lescroart's protagonist in his other books. A writer is accused of murdering his high-achieving wife. I wasn't overwhelmed by the plot, but I like Lescroart's novels, and I am glad I read this one.

When a marriage headed for divorce court ends in homicide, no alibi can clear the surviving spouse. But the right attorney just might... A woman doctor is found dead in her bath tub, The homicide investigator believes that her husband is the murderer. The husband hires an excellent woman attorney, at first she believes his innocence, then she sees his dark side. Her feelings get in the way and she hires a private detective to investigate him and decide is he .........guilty! This story is unpredictable and it twists and turns until the very end.

Great story as usual!!

Lescroart does it again!!!