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When the family friend of a prominent San Francisco lawyer is found dead, Lt. Abe Glitsky is called to unravel the mystery. The case turns personal when the suspect’s attorney asks for Glitsky’s expertise, threatening the lieutenant’s reputation and legal career. Amid police work, legal intrigue, and the risk of being framed, Glitsky must navigate a labyrinth of suspects, alibis, and potential threats to protect himself and the truth.
Set against the backdrop of San Francisco’s gritty streets and the procedural demands of law enforcement, the story explores themes of justice, loyalty, and the fine line between law and morality.
The novel features the fictional characters Abe Glitsky and Dismas Hardy, weaving a suspenseful detective narrative that blends police procedural detail with courtroom drama.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Police Procedural
Authors: John T. Lescroart
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