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Scott Marino #2
The Indictments
A brazen robbery by a masked man at one of Savannah’s finest restaurants results in the murder of a teenage girl and murder indictments against two defendants. The assistant DA assigned to the case believes one indictment is without merit, and his attempt to have it dismissed threatens both his career and his life. With colorful characters and exciting and realistic courtroom drama, The Indictments will keep the reader riveted on the twisting plot until the unforgettable final chapter.
The Indictments is a sequel to Savannah Law, winner of the 2010 Gold Medal for Adult Fiction awarded by the Florida Publishers Association, and brings back Scott Marino, the young assistant DA, to once more face ace defense attorney Max Gordon in a Chatham County courtroom. With beautiful Savannah as the locale, this legal thriller will give you many hours of enjoyable and exciting reading.
The Indictments is a sequel to Savannah Law, winner of the 2010 Gold Medal for Adult Fiction awarded by the Florida Publishers Association, and brings back Scott Marino, the young assistant DA, to once more face ace defense attorney Max Gordon in a Chatham County courtroom. With beautiful Savannah as the locale, this legal thriller will give you many hours of enjoyable and exciting reading.
331 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2012
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September 21, 2016
Firstly I must thank the author William Eleazer for his efforts to get me a copy of his book Savannah Law. We both learned a lot about Amazon Gift Cards and eventually William managed to send me a copy of the sequel The Indictments. After all that effort I was concerned that I would be disappointed but that was definitely not the case.
William has had a full and varied legal career and he draws on that experience in his writing. The book is based around legal procedure, written in a style that is precise and authoritative with clear explanations. I was fascinated with some of the legal arguments that he included, particularly those that can appear unfair or unjust.
We have all read books where professionals who work around crime find themselves taking an unrealistic action role in crime detection. I am thinking of the pathologists who get into shoot outs, lawyers who get kidnapped or crime writers who get into car chases so I was impressed with how the author manages to tell a tense tale while keeping his Assistant DA true to his professional role.
The lead character is likeable and he is supported by a number of realistic secondary characters, again probably loosely based on the author’s former colleagues and acquaintances.
Although this is the second book in the series it stood alone and I was not left feeling that I had missed something. That said I look forward to reading Savannah Law and the rest of the series sometime soon.
As you will have gathered I very much enjoyed this book. If you are a fan of courtroom drama this is a must for you; if you are a lover of crime detection I still commend it to you. I can give it no less than a full five stars.
Reviewed by Clive at www.whisperingstories.com
William has had a full and varied legal career and he draws on that experience in his writing. The book is based around legal procedure, written in a style that is precise and authoritative with clear explanations. I was fascinated with some of the legal arguments that he included, particularly those that can appear unfair or unjust.
We have all read books where professionals who work around crime find themselves taking an unrealistic action role in crime detection. I am thinking of the pathologists who get into shoot outs, lawyers who get kidnapped or crime writers who get into car chases so I was impressed with how the author manages to tell a tense tale while keeping his Assistant DA true to his professional role.
The lead character is likeable and he is supported by a number of realistic secondary characters, again probably loosely based on the author’s former colleagues and acquaintances.
Although this is the second book in the series it stood alone and I was not left feeling that I had missed something. That said I look forward to reading Savannah Law and the rest of the series sometime soon.
As you will have gathered I very much enjoyed this book. If you are a fan of courtroom drama this is a must for you; if you are a lover of crime detection I still commend it to you. I can give it no less than a full five stars.
Reviewed by Clive at www.whisperingstories.com
February 12, 2017
This is my idea of a good legal thriller. There's no gratuitous violence but plenty of suspense and courtroom drama. The characters are interesting and believable. The story is made all the more realistic by the mention of other cases.
Bob Johnson's performance is quite satisfactory. He gives distinctive voices to the characters and paces the story well.
NOTE: I received a free copy of this audiobook in exchange for this unbiased review.
Bob Johnson's performance is quite satisfactory. He gives distinctive voices to the characters and paces the story well.
NOTE: I received a free copy of this audiobook in exchange for this unbiased review.
July 3, 2017
The Indictments, penned by William Eleazer is a sequel to Savannah Law; both legal dramas borrowed from my local library.
I loved Eleazer's debut novel and am disappointed with this sequel, The Indictments.
Scott Marino, the main character, has moved from law school to the DA' s office and Jennifer, a loved character, was side-lined to periphoral status.
The storyline was interesting, yet it lacked a certain amount of intrigue and excitement for me. Enjoyable, yet possibly too realistic, allowing readers hypnosis to insert itself.
There is the addition of two new intriguing characters that stole the story, in my opinion, a quiet and lonely, love-damaged attorney and a manipulative female law student that had fatal consequences. But... it was a side plot and... the only indicator for Scott Marino's character growth.
The best part of continuing to read is the ending... where finally, justice arrived with unanswered questions from Savannah Law. Yep, no spoilers.
I loved Eleazer's debut novel and am disappointed with this sequel, The Indictments.
Scott Marino, the main character, has moved from law school to the DA' s office and Jennifer, a loved character, was side-lined to periphoral status.
The storyline was interesting, yet it lacked a certain amount of intrigue and excitement for me. Enjoyable, yet possibly too realistic, allowing readers hypnosis to insert itself.
There is the addition of two new intriguing characters that stole the story, in my opinion, a quiet and lonely, love-damaged attorney and a manipulative female law student that had fatal consequences. But... it was a side plot and... the only indicator for Scott Marino's character growth.
The best part of continuing to read is the ending... where finally, justice arrived with unanswered questions from Savannah Law. Yep, no spoilers.
March 21, 2017
Wonderful mystery. The author obviously knows Savannah, GA well. The book is full of the flavor and personality of the people in Savannah.
A man is arrested, convicted and sentenced to prison for robbing a convenience store. He is convicted based solely on eyewitness testimony. A year later he manages to get a retrial on a technicality. At the retrial both eyewitnesses change their minds and say this isn't the guy. The conviction is overturned and he is a free man.
One of Savannah's nicest restaurants is held up by a masked man. A young woman out celebrating her scholarship to college is killed and the cashier at the restaurant is left blind. This time the DA is determined to get a conviction.
I received this book for free from the author/publisher in exchange for my honest review.
A man is arrested, convicted and sentenced to prison for robbing a convenience store. He is convicted based solely on eyewitness testimony. A year later he manages to get a retrial on a technicality. At the retrial both eyewitnesses change their minds and say this isn't the guy. The conviction is overturned and he is a free man.
One of Savannah's nicest restaurants is held up by a masked man. A young woman out celebrating her scholarship to college is killed and the cashier at the restaurant is left blind. This time the DA is determined to get a conviction.
I received this book for free from the author/publisher in exchange for my honest review.
August 18, 2017
Excellent !
Really enjoyed the way the process of the legal system was played out in this book! Not boring, no unnecessary detail ... just enough corruption to be believable. Always like it when the good guys win !!
Really enjoyed the way the process of the legal system was played out in this book! Not boring, no unnecessary detail ... just enough corruption to be believable. Always like it when the good guys win !!
August 30, 2017
Great law procedural book.
Interesting behind the scenes of how the law works. Not every character is up holding the rule of law. The hero of the book is someone you hope you are. Great courtroom dialogue. Loved it
Interesting behind the scenes of how the law works. Not every character is up holding the rule of law. The hero of the book is someone you hope you are. Great courtroom dialogue. Loved it
January 17, 2018
Pretty good read. Actually a 4.5
I will try another of the Author's books. This one had a pretty good surprise ending. I didn't see it coming.
I will try another of the Author's books. This one had a pretty good surprise ending. I didn't see it coming.
October 24, 2018
Excellent read
It was hard to put this book down. It was as they say a real page Turner at times had you biting your nails. Thank you.
It was hard to put this book down. It was as they say a real page Turner at times had you biting your nails. Thank you.
November 30, 2018
All a bit predictable with a few red herrings thrown in that were rather unnecessary.
February 20, 2017
This is the second book in this series and I have not read the first Savannah Law. I really don't think that would have made this audio book any better for me. I thought most of the story was good but at time I wondered where the author was going and found my self lost. Bob Johnson's narration is just okay. I did find the more I listened the more I could get into his style. He gives distinctive voices to the different characters and that part I found to be quite good. It was when he was just giving back ground that I had a problem.
I was gifted this book with the understanding I would leave an honest review.
I was gifted this book with the understanding I would leave an honest review.
March 20, 2016
OMG!
What a fantastic novel. I can't say enough about the quality of Mr. Eleazer's writing. It's a terrific story, great character development, suspenseful, grammatically precise, and has an outstanding ending -- it has it all! Although this book stands on its own, I recommend reading Savannah Law first to become familiar with the characters. It is first in a series of three. Although it is also a really good read (I gave it five stars), it moves slower than The Indictment due to the many introductions. I very HIGHLY recommend The Indictment to those who enjoy legal thrillers and I look forward to many more novels from Mr. Eleazer.
What a fantastic novel. I can't say enough about the quality of Mr. Eleazer's writing. It's a terrific story, great character development, suspenseful, grammatically precise, and has an outstanding ending -- it has it all! Although this book stands on its own, I recommend reading Savannah Law first to become familiar with the characters. It is first in a series of three. Although it is also a really good read (I gave it five stars), it moves slower than The Indictment due to the many introductions. I very HIGHLY recommend The Indictment to those who enjoy legal thrillers and I look forward to many more novels from Mr. Eleazer.
December 17, 2015
Twists and turns
Much of this book I found interesting, but some of it I found distracting. The difficulty was deciding the author's intent. On the one hand, the "other woman" could have been a romantic complication to add a little spice to the story. On the other, she may have been a villain in her own right. It may have been my own imagination which placed her in the gang of shutters defending the no-one son on trial. My own wish is that she become the central character of interest in another legal procedural by this author. If that happens, I'll buy it.
Much of this book I found interesting, but some of it I found distracting. The difficulty was deciding the author's intent. On the one hand, the "other woman" could have been a romantic complication to add a little spice to the story. On the other, she may have been a villain in her own right. It may have been my own imagination which placed her in the gang of shutters defending the no-one son on trial. My own wish is that she become the central character of interest in another legal procedural by this author. If that happens, I'll buy it.
June 4, 2013
In this sequel to Savannah Law, young assistant DA Scott Marino, Jennifer Stone, and intern Jessica Valdez face off against ruthless defense attorney Max Gordon. John Harrison's early conviction has been overruled and the trial begins anew.
Can truth triumph in the legal system?
Can truth triumph in the legal system?
April 27, 2014
An easy read
if you like courtroom dramas, this is a good read. The plot moves quickly with a few surprise twists and turns to keep you interested. The author does leave one theme very undeveloped which leaves you wondering about its conclusion.
if you like courtroom dramas, this is a good read. The plot moves quickly with a few surprise twists and turns to keep you interested. The author does leave one theme very undeveloped which leaves you wondering about its conclusion.
September 20, 2015
Great read!
Loved the twists and turns. The story kept me going for beginning to the end. I will read more from this author
Loved the twists and turns. The story kept me going for beginning to the end. I will read more from this author
June 18, 2016
Easy reab
I read this in almost one height. It was good. Show men and women with characters and men and women without character.
I read this in almost one height. It was good. Show men and women with characters and men and women without character.
April 1, 2017
( Format : Audio book )
"Once is a mistake, twice is jazz."
This excellent story basically tells the lawyer's side of the blocks and pitfalls along the way of trying to successfully prosecute a known serial robber, starting with the disastrous retrial in September, 2007, until a return to court in April, 2008. Throughout, it follows the life of a rising young lawyer, Scott, his work colleagues and friends and various investigations conducted during that times. It really highlights the frustration of the job where guilt has to be proved beyond any shadow of doubt, the tricks that can be played to ensure evidence is inadmissible and the sometimes frailties of victims and witnesses.
Well written, fascinating and suspenseful, this quite lengthy book is well narrated by Bob Johnson. As with another reviewer, initially I found his carefully paced delivery slightly disconcerting with an inflection to his sentences, but very quickly grew to appreciate the precise use of his very lovely voice. The conversation of different protagonists is mostly minimally differentiated: his is more of a reading than a performance. But this in no way distracts from the overall presentation nor of the understanding of who is speaking at any given time. It fitted the subject matter well.
This was an enjoyable, sometimes funny, often moving book, and wide ranging in topics covered. And the central story of how justice does not always equate to decisions under the law is totally absorbing. I was very fortunate in being g gifted a copy of The Indictments by the rights holder, via Audiobook Boom. Thank you. And I can happily recommend it to anyone who enjoys their thrills in a quieter version than simple violence and battles
"Once is a mistake, twice is jazz."
This excellent story basically tells the lawyer's side of the blocks and pitfalls along the way of trying to successfully prosecute a known serial robber, starting with the disastrous retrial in September, 2007, until a return to court in April, 2008. Throughout, it follows the life of a rising young lawyer, Scott, his work colleagues and friends and various investigations conducted during that times. It really highlights the frustration of the job where guilt has to be proved beyond any shadow of doubt, the tricks that can be played to ensure evidence is inadmissible and the sometimes frailties of victims and witnesses.
Well written, fascinating and suspenseful, this quite lengthy book is well narrated by Bob Johnson. As with another reviewer, initially I found his carefully paced delivery slightly disconcerting with an inflection to his sentences, but very quickly grew to appreciate the precise use of his very lovely voice. The conversation of different protagonists is mostly minimally differentiated: his is more of a reading than a performance. But this in no way distracts from the overall presentation nor of the understanding of who is speaking at any given time. It fitted the subject matter well.
This was an enjoyable, sometimes funny, often moving book, and wide ranging in topics covered. And the central story of how justice does not always equate to decisions under the law is totally absorbing. I was very fortunate in being g gifted a copy of The Indictments by the rights holder, via Audiobook Boom. Thank you. And I can happily recommend it to anyone who enjoys their thrills in a quieter version than simple violence and battles
April 5, 2017
I really enjoyed Eleazer's prosecutorial whodunnit, a bit of a change of pace from the more typical style of legal thriller trying to get the innocent defendant off against a mountain of circumstantial evidence. I found the lead character, Scott Marino, to be alternatingly charming and upstanding and infuriatingly naive and lacking backbone, but all in all the character and the plotline worked well. I wish there had been some better, more detailed wrap ups of the Jessica Valdez and Max Gordon plot lines. I hadn't realized this was a sequel until after I had started it, and I was worried I would have missing details for not having read the first Scott Marino novel, Savannah Law, but this book stood completely on its own (though I may go back for Savannah Law in the future).
I was provided this audio book at no charge by the narrator in exchange for an unbiased review via Audiobook Boom.
I was provided this audio book at no charge by the narrator in exchange for an unbiased review via Audiobook Boom.
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