Time for Redemption

There's Always Time for Murder #2

by Susan C. Muller, Virtual Voice (Narrator)

Can a by-the-book lawyer outwit dirty cops who'll do anything to keep him quiet? Houston, Texas. Tom Meyers believes rules keep chaos at bay. But the brilliant defense attorney is bored with his recent slate of cases. So when a woman is accused of murdering her abusive husband, he takes her as a pro bono client, convinced that a high-profile acquittal will make him a household name. As he digs for clues to the dead man's past, Tom dispatches his offbeat investigator to Baton Rouge, where she discovers the deceased had a whole other family and a job dealing drugs. But when she disappears into the swamp, the by-the-book lawyer is devastated. And with dirty cops and smugglers hot on his heels, the only way to rescue her and get his client off is to break every rule he's sworn to uphold. Can Tom protect two women – and save his own head – before the law is twisted against him? Time for Redemption is the second book in the gripping There's Always Time for Murder thriller series. If you like uncrackable twists, stunning suspense, and one-of-a-kind characters, then you'll love Susan C. Muller's riveting tale. Buy Time for Redemption to unearth the truth today!

Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Fiction, Crime

Audible Audio

Published June 29, 2024

About the author

Susan C. Muller is a fourth generation Texan. She attended Stephen F. Austin State University where she studied creative writing. Her novel, The Secrets on Forest Bend, has won several awards. The next novels in her Occult series,The Witch on Twisted Oak and Voodoo on Bayou Lafonte, have received excellent reviews..

She enjoys speaking to book clubs and writer’s groups.

She loves to travel and has been fortunate to see much of the world. Her favorite places include Kenya, New Zealand, and the Galapagos Islands. She has been to every continent except Antarctica. She has been spotted shopping for a heavy parka, just in case.
When not writing, she can be found doing volunteer work at a local hospital. Her hobbies include reading, traveling, snorkeling and taking long walks.
She can be found at: www.SusanCMuller.com

Reviews

[Bev · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story has some very interesting characters in it that will go to great lengths to help out Kara Grimes who has been accused of killing her husband. Her new lawyer is very 'sure of himself' that he can help her. He has a private investigator that is anything but normal. Can they find out what happened to Kara's husband? The search takes them to some unsavory places, but more questions come up than answers as they look. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.

[Cassandra Haywood · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kara Grimes has been accused of her husband death and Tom Meyers is her defense lawyer. Tom has his private investigator Fiona go to Louisiana to investigate Kara’s husband Devin, who may be connected to a man name Ian Pryor. As Fiona keeps finding out more information on Devin/Ian and a drug ring with some unsavory characters, the plot thickens with lots of twist and turns. After Fiona is attacked Tom comes to see about Fiona and while together Fiona gets kidnapped and now Tom try’s to find her before something bad happens to her. When he reports the incident to the local police they accuse Tom of doing something to Fiona and he made up the fake kidnaping story to cover up what happened to Fiona.
There are so many plot, twist and turns at times I was on the edge of my seat trying to see what can go wrong next, along with who is Devin Grimes and why he has all of these aliases.
The characters were well developed and and you could feel the emotions of suspense with each character being introduced as I was reading. I love a good mystery and suspense and this book did not disappoint, it was a page-turner for me and I wanted more after the story ended.
I highly recommend this book to read and I look forward to reading more books by this author.
Cassandra H.
I voluntarily received a ARC and this review is of my own honest opinion and thoughts.

[Jane · Rating 3 out of 5]

When Kara Grimes is accused of murdering her abusive husband, Tom Meyers takes her as a pro bono client hoping to make a household name once he gets Kara acquitted. But can he outwit the cops who are determined to see Kara behind bars?

Tom enlists the help of his PI Fiona Drake to do some digging in Baton Rouge. There, Fiona discovers the deceased has been living a double life and dealing drugs. But when she suddenly gets abducted by some assailants, Tom finds himself in a race against time to protect two women and save his head

[Colleen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Time For Redemption is second in the series There's Always Time for Murder with defense attorney Tom Meyers as the lead character. It is definitely a standalone. The whole time I was reading it I did not realize it was the second in the series.

The story begins with Kara, a psychologically abused wife, finds her husband, Devin, dead one morning. Then police, focus on her as the prime suspect in his murder. Tom meets with Kara after the public defender assigned to her bungles her case. Tom can't decide whether she is either lying or hiding facts after the meeting.

Fiona is a loosely named investigator for Tom. She has an uncanny ability showing up out of the blue at Tom's office unannounced when Tom requires her assistance. Her ability to find details are suspect, but her results are right on target.

Tom and Fiona will follow leads from Houston to Louisiana, putting their lives in danger, to clear Kara. But Kara is still holding back a secret that as well as planning on leaving if they don't come through for her.

This is an exciting book with many interesting twists that the reader may not see coming. This book grabs your attention and will not let go until the end.

I received an ARC from BookSirens for an unbiased review.

[V · Rating 4 out of 5]

Time For Redemption is 2nd in the series There's Always Time for Murder but, this is a new case with the main character defense attorney Tom Meyers. It could certainly be read as a standalone.
In this case Kara, a psychologically abused wife, finds her husband, Devin, dead one morning. Then police, with little investigation, zero in on  her as the prime suspect in his murder. While Tom will represent her, he can't help but think she's either lying or hiding facts.
New character, Fiona, is introduced as an unconventional, but effective, investigator. She has a knack for showing up at Tom's office unannounced. Her skills and methods are suspect, but her results, loyalty and tenacity are unquestionable. I hope Fiona will be a recurring character in future stories. She made for pulse pounding reading!
Tom and Fiona will follow leads from Houston to Louisianna, barely escaping with their lives, to clear Kara of murder charges. Tom will ultimately have to call upon Special Agent Lincoln Montgomery for assistance.
This story was action packed, full of twists and surprises. I enjoyed reading and look forward to the next installment in the series.

[Maureen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Time for Redemption is the first book by Susan C. Muller that I have read. It surprised me that I haven't encountered her novels prior to this one.

It is a very fast-paced thriller mostly set in the Louisiana bayou region. In Houston, TX, Kara Grimes's husband, Devin is dead and she's in jail accused of murder. Tom Meyers, a high-priced defense attorney is bored and decides to take on her case. Along with his PI, Fiona, they find some very interesting things about Devin Grimes. Primarily that he was leading a double life with another family in Louisiana.

The story switches from the viewpoint of Kara, Tom, and Fiona, as well as an FBI agent Lincoln Montgomery. There are dirty cops, illegal drugs, a kidnapping, and some hard hitting action.

I enjoyed this but felt it could have used a little editing.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Joanne Ranzell · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Kara Grimes is accused of murdering her husband, she finds herself in jail because of an incompetent lawyer and police officers too eager to arrest her without getting to the bottom of it. Enter attorney Tom Meyers and his investigator Fiona. I liked how the plot was constructed, with the answers slowly coming out, just enough to make us doubt the truth and surprise us. The characters are well developed and interesting. I could see the characters of Tom and Fiona in a TV series. Their energy and relationship would be interesting to see and develop over several episodes or books. An author to discover and a book to read with pleasure.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[LaDonna Ockinga · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fell in Love with 3 New Characters

Love this book started reading it on a plane and returned home tired, needing sleep, but sat up reading any way. The next morning fed the dogs and back reading. It is just that good. Three great characters, loved Fiona immediately. Tom had a way of worming himself into the like column and then into a special guy. Lincoln was just an appetizer, Susan has a series starring Lincoln Montgomery called A Time to Run that I can't wait to try. If you haven't read any of Susan Muller's books you should try one. LaDonna Ockinga

[Claudete Takahashi · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a good story, it has murder, deceit, drug dealers almost at war, very difficult relationships, and a great friendship between a lawyer and his investigator. It also tells us about the difficulties that someone who has lived in foster care finds to enter society and its normal relations, as lack of trust is something that has been paramount in such a life. Touching and very entertaining.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Colleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

a tangled web

Devin is dead when his wife awakens, and the police accuse her of killing him before they even know how he died. Tom, attorney par excellence, and his investigator stumble into a web of deceit and illegal activities while trying to clear the wife’s name. This mystery pulled me in and held me in its grip to the end. It is well-written and edited. I can’t rave about it enough.

[Ellen White · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interesting array of characters
Kara being accused of murder
Realizing her husband, had another name
Tom as her lawyer was intrigued by Kara
Fiona does the leg work when Tom needs it
A road trip led her to find a post office box
People uncomfortable by her questions
Fiona was great in her role, well done
Good interesting plot to the end

[Denice Josten · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fiona

I loved the character of Fiona. She reminded me of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. She was independent and spunky and smart with technological research skills. I probably enjoyed the book mostly because of her. Occasionally the use of pronouns confused me and at one time the wrong name was used. Nevertheless, the entire book held my attention.

[Jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read the first book in the series a few weeks ago and loved it. Sometimes Book 2 disappoints, and I am happy to say this one did not! I love the quirky female characters who are strong yet vulnerable. This plot grabbed my attention and didn't let go until the last page. I can not WAIT for Book 3.

[Jim Bean · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent and entertaining

An exciting story with great character relationships. Each character has their own secrets but the secrets don't distract the focus of the story. The narrative kept your interest through to end. I look forward to other books by Susan Muller.

[Jean Guy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read in one day

I really enjoyed the characters, the enigmas, and the action. There are interesting relations between characters, strong ones. And a failed K-9 dog that does it’s job quite well. Sort of. Will read the next one for sure.

[Judy Gordon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great first read of Susan Muller

I fully enjoyed this book. The characters are great and the story flowed along. The soft humor expressed by the analogies made me smile. I wondered, until the very, very end, whether the wife would get away with it. Excellent editing, also.

[Loraine MacGinness · Rating 4 out of 5]

GOOD !

Thoroughly enjoyed your wee book. Great introduction to your characters who provide the suspense and surprises. This was my first of yours Susan and I look forward to another.

[Connie Coredain · Rating 5 out of 5]

A good mystery

The lawyer and his investigator are interesting characters, written without too many cliches. And the story line is just hidden enough to keep your interest. This is a likeable book.

[Annette Sullivan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pretty good

Yes this is a pretty good read. It has a decent plot, with characters written with entertainment and value and depth. All very interesting and clean to boot. Most entertaining

[Bridgewes · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a fun book to read. The characters were well developed and likable. The story of a woman accused of murdering her husband takes a curious turn when we learn of a double past in his story. The blood is well written and I will look for further books by this author.

[Jan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good News.

I really enjoyed walking every page of this book.
The characters are very believable is each part they had.
Have already recommended it to my daughter.
Thanks for writing goof, hard to put down book.

[Susan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting. Not a fave, but interesting.

[David Berkley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Plenty of twists

A different kind of plot with twists.and turns to keep.you guessing till the end. Will try another book by this author.

[Ruth A Calvin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great from start to finish. Fast paced and enjoyable!!!!!!! LOVED IT!

[Laura Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Read

Loved Fiona and Tom,. Great complicated characters. I liked the twists and turns in your plot. Keep up the great work.

[barbara pint · Rating 5 out of 5]

Review

Lots to keep your interest in this book. Main characters very likable. Enjoyed reading this story and the connection between the atty and his investigator.

[Frances · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was riveted straight off

I don’t often get involved enough in a book by a new-to-me author that I can’t put it down, but this had me hooked from the start. Good stuff.

[Tim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interesting read, well paced with plenty of twists and turns.

[Jana · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed this read. A murder mystery with lots of twists and turns to keep the reader guessing. Good character and scenery descriptions to make you feel as though you’re there.

[Norma Adler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Riveting

This book keeps one up at night reading "just one more chapter". The last page is delightful. The suspense continues!