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Ben Carter Legal Thriller #3
The Hitman's Lawyer
ONE TAKES LIFE. ONE DEFENDS IT. FATE IS ABOUT TO MAKE THE SWITCH.When a middle-aged businessman enters the office of Ben Carter and hires him for a murder case, nothing could have prepared the lawyer for the cat-and-mouse game that follows. Tasked with defending a woman accused of killing local businessman Dale Rich, Carter soon finds himself asking more questions about the man who hired him than the woman he’s been sent to defend.
Corinne Lucas appears as nothing more than a victim trapped in a nightmare, caught up in a frenzied murder that screams wrong place-wrong time. When the evidence begins to pile up and appears to implicate the woman in multiple ways, it’s up to her lawyer to separate truth from fiction. Carter quickly uncovers a possible motive for the killing and when it turns the entire investigation on its head, how can he protect himself when all the evidence points to the unlikeliest of suspects?
The Hitman's Lawyer is a heart-pounding courtroom drama full of intrigue and deception where the stakes are life and death. Perfect for fans of John Grisham, Michael Connelly, and James Chandler.
Corinne Lucas appears as nothing more than a victim trapped in a nightmare, caught up in a frenzied murder that screams wrong place-wrong time. When the evidence begins to pile up and appears to implicate the woman in multiple ways, it’s up to her lawyer to separate truth from fiction. Carter quickly uncovers a possible motive for the killing and when it turns the entire investigation on its head, how can he protect himself when all the evidence points to the unlikeliest of suspects?
The Hitman's Lawyer is a heart-pounding courtroom drama full of intrigue and deception where the stakes are life and death. Perfect for fans of John Grisham, Michael Connelly, and James Chandler.
287 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 29, 2025
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David Archer
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David Archer was born and raised in Bakersfield, California. He is a fiction author and novelist, writing in the mysteries and thrillers genre. His approach to writing is to hit deep, keep you entertained, and leave you wanting MORE with every turn of the page. He writes mysteries, thrillers, and suspense novels, all of which are primed to get your heart pumping.
David Archer was born and raised in Bakersfield, California. He is a fiction author and novelist, writing in the mysteries and thrillers genre. His approach to writing is to hit deep, keep you entertained, and leave you wanting MORE with every turn of the page. He writes mysteries, thrillers, and suspense novels, all of which are primed to get your heart pumping.
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August 17, 2025
A benefactor hires Carter to defend a neighbour accused of murder, but wants to remain anonymous. The victim was the accused’s partner in an antiquities business. But something strange happens, Carter is beaten and told to stay out of the case. Meanwhile he is still stuff from his pregnant wife’s hit and run. Turns out the antiquities business isn’t too pleasant. ENJOY!
September 19, 2025
Not your usual law and order narrative!
Ben Carter still mourns his dead wife and unborn child! It has been five plus years, but the pain will never end, only be interrupted by a wildly enthusiastic Saint Bernard!
Ben Carter still mourns his dead wife and unborn child! It has been five plus years, but the pain will never end, only be interrupted by a wildly enthusiastic Saint Bernard!
December 18, 2025
A murder without blood?
A murder took place where a man was stabbed several times.
But there was no mention of any blood until after a trial, and the murder weapon being found. That just doesn’t look or sound right.
A murder took place where a man was stabbed several times.
But there was no mention of any blood until after a trial, and the murder weapon being found. That just doesn’t look or sound right.
August 10, 2025
Guilty?
A riveting read with a spectacular finish. David Archer and Oliver Black together bring a different view to the life of a defensive attorney.
A riveting read with a spectacular finish. David Archer and Oliver Black together bring a different view to the life of a defensive attorney.
August 16, 2025
Good series. Characters and storyline threaded through each book. Looking forward to book#4!
August 25, 2025
Completely in the Dark
Had no clue throughout the book. Now that I look at the title I did have a clue but didn't pick it up. Definitely a five star read
Had no clue throughout the book. Now that I look at the title I did have a clue but didn't pick it up. Definitely a five star read
August 25, 2025
great read
Fast paced with twists throughout the book. Ends with surprises that great. Looking forward to the next book from these authors!
Fast paced with twists throughout the book. Ends with surprises that great. Looking forward to the next book from these authors!
September 21, 2025
Lawyer stories
I have enjoyed each book I've read of David Archer and Oliver Black, thank you.
I! Looking forward to reading another.
I have enjoyed each book I've read of David Archer and Oliver Black, thank you.
I! Looking forward to reading another.
October 10, 2025
Thought I figured it out. Got lost at the end!
Good characters. Well developed. Didn’t conclude the possible romance I expected between the DA and Defense lawyer. Worth the effort.
Good characters. Well developed. Didn’t conclude the possible romance I expected between the DA and Defense lawyer. Worth the effort.
November 15, 2025
Didn't care about any of the characters. Boring. Not sure why I bothered to finish ir.
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