Missing Witness

Chambers of Justice #4

by Craig Parshall

After a nerve–shattering encounter with military justice in The Accused , Craig Parshall’s third novel, all lawyer Will Chambers wants to do this summer is relax with his wife, Fiona... A long stay on the North Carolina coast seems perfect. But when Will reluctantly looks into a local inheritance case involving Jonathan Joppa, a down–on–his–luck preacher— “Piracy charge—Joppa’s ancestor? What...when?” “Why, for being part of Blackbeard’s pirate crew...in the early 1700s...” Will just wants to rest, but Fiona keeps insisting there’s something missing...buried. Soon the two have had a near–fatal brush with smugglers—and together they’ve unearthed the about a pirate’s history, about Jonathan Joppa, and about two remarkable women—one in the past, and one in the present.

Genres: Fiction, Christian Fiction, Christian, Mystery

360 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2004

About the author

Craig Parshall is a bestselling fiction author with twelve suspense novels to his credit. His tales of human drama and spiritual encounter have garnered rave reviews from critics and readers alike. Craig is also a Washington insider serving as special counsel to the American Center for Law and Justice on matters before the US Supreme Court, on Capitol Hill, and before state supreme courts. As a constitutional lawyer, Craig has testified frequently before committees of Congress and the FCC, and has been interviewed on a wide range of cultural issues by most of the major media networks and newspapers nationwide.

Reviews

[Roy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book in the Chambers of Justice series.

[Barbara · Rating 3 out of 5]

Probably closer to 3.5 stars, this one became very good about halfway through, but I felt it was slow getting started. The trial portion of this plot was excellent, probably because the author is a lawyer. The courtroom arguments were realistic and well thought out; I felt like I was actually in the courtroom. There was definitely a good vs evil feeling, and the faith of a couple of the characters saw them through rough times. I will read this author again.

[Lorna · Rating 4 out of 5]

My husband read this book first (a friend of his recommended it to him), and we don't always like the same sort of books, but I decided to try it. And guess what, I really enjoyed it! What an interesting case the attorney had to solve!

[Karen Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Suspenseful legal thriller.

[Bethany Harper · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is actually a 3.5 star book. Better than the third book in the series, but not as good as the second.

[Kay · Rating 4 out of 5]

Missing Witness is the fourth book in the Chambers of Justice series. I’ve very much enjoyed all the books in this legal suspense series. This novel could be read as a stand-alone, but I love knowing the main characters and all they’ve been through. This story is especially exciting as Will and Fiona are navigating the waters of Fiona’s first pregnancy, which in itself is not smooth sailing.

Since the pregnancy is at-risk, Will and Fiona are taking the summer off and spending it in the Outer Banks. I love this setting—the islands, the ocean, and the beaches. But unfortunately, all is not well in this pleasant environment. Blackjack Morgan seems to see himself as a modern day pirate, and his actions and schemes are designed to benefit only himself. So, Will’s case turns out to be much more than even he expected, and the relaxing vacation for Fiona and Will becomes more convoluted that anyone could foresee.

I recommend this legal suspense. I think you will find it has many surprises.

[Shea Kennedy · Rating 3 out of 5]

A very cute, fast paced novel that had some quirky characters and a few surprises. Actually liked everyone involved in the story except for Will's wife Fiona. What a whiny, weak, needy woman. I wanted to slap her and tell her to take charge of her own life and happiness. She seemed a little on the dumb side too. Don't know if the author realized it or not, but she was most certainly not up to par with the protagonists' intellectual abilities. Trial details were good. Overall, I enjoyed. Will probably read another of his novels at some point in the future.

[Linda · Rating 5 out of 5]

This suspense writer is wonderful! How can one prove a 300 year old charge? This had to do with piracy charges from 1718 and the treasure reputed to be still hidden - and therefore to be found. I couldn't put this book down. It kept me up most of the night on a work night! It was worth it!

[Judith · Rating 5 out of 5]

This legal thriller takes us back to Blackbeard the pirate days of old. You can run, but you can't hide.

[Stephanie Berman · Rating 2 out of 5]

There's no way one lawyer would try this variety of cases so early in his career (if at all!). The whole premise of the entire series just seems a little too much of a stretch.

[Sheldon Lehman · Rating 3 out of 5]

This one meandered a little compared to the previous books in the series and the sense of drama was not as marked, but still not a bad book.

[Bobbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great read about the exploits of Will Chambers