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The wife of a gangster is accused of offing him. Damien soon finds that nobody is who they seem - quite literally. But to defend his client, he must break every ethical rule.
Damien Harrington is fresh off his come from behind victory when he's thrust into yet another harrowing scenario. Gina Degrazio, wife to Vittorio Degrazio, notorious gangster, stands accused of Vittorio's murder. Gina's a tough-talking native New Yorker who was transplanted to Kansas City. She swears she didn't do it. She was with her boyfriend, Enzo Degrazio, Vittorio's twin brother, at the time of the murder. Or so she says. However, bit by bit, her story falls apart. Damien doubts that Gina was anywhere near Enzo at the time of the murder, yet he must use that alibi excuse if he is to win Gina's case.
In the meantime, Damien and Harper together work several wrongful death suits that were the result of toxic mold in various homes on the East Side. The plaintiffs are all poor and minority, the landlords are all slumlords and scummy, and Damien works these cases with a passion that he has not felt for the law in many years.
With all the hairpin curves and twists you've come to expect from a Rachel Sinclair legal thriller, this first installment featuring Damien Harrington in the lead is not to be missed!
Author's This book is a standalone and does not end in a cliffhanger. However, there is a short teaser at the end of the book, to introduce you to the next book.
Bad Faith (Harper Ross)
Justice Denied (Harper Ross)
Hidden Defendant (Harper Ross)
Injustice for All (Harper Ross)
L.A. Defense (Harper Ross)
The Associate (Damien Harrington)
The Alibi (Damien Harrington)
Reasonable Doubt (Damien Harrington)
The Hate Crime (Damien Harrington)
The Accused (Harper Ross)
Secrets and Lies (Damien Harrington)
Until Proven Guilty (Damien Harrington)
Emerson Justice Legal Thrillers
Dark Justice
Southern California Legal Thrillers
Presumption of Guilt
Trial by Jury
Damien Harrington is fresh off his come from behind victory when he's thrust into yet another harrowing scenario. Gina Degrazio, wife to Vittorio Degrazio, notorious gangster, stands accused of Vittorio's murder. Gina's a tough-talking native New Yorker who was transplanted to Kansas City. She swears she didn't do it. She was with her boyfriend, Enzo Degrazio, Vittorio's twin brother, at the time of the murder. Or so she says. However, bit by bit, her story falls apart. Damien doubts that Gina was anywhere near Enzo at the time of the murder, yet he must use that alibi excuse if he is to win Gina's case.
In the meantime, Damien and Harper together work several wrongful death suits that were the result of toxic mold in various homes on the East Side. The plaintiffs are all poor and minority, the landlords are all slumlords and scummy, and Damien works these cases with a passion that he has not felt for the law in many years.
With all the hairpin curves and twists you've come to expect from a Rachel Sinclair legal thriller, this first installment featuring Damien Harrington in the lead is not to be missed!
Author's This book is a standalone and does not end in a cliffhanger. However, there is a short teaser at the end of the book, to introduce you to the next book.
Bad Faith (Harper Ross)
Justice Denied (Harper Ross)
Hidden Defendant (Harper Ross)
Injustice for All (Harper Ross)
L.A. Defense (Harper Ross)
The Associate (Damien Harrington)
The Alibi (Damien Harrington)
Reasonable Doubt (Damien Harrington)
The Hate Crime (Damien Harrington)
The Accused (Harper Ross)
Secrets and Lies (Damien Harrington)
Until Proven Guilty (Damien Harrington)
Emerson Justice Legal Thrillers
Dark Justice
Southern California Legal Thrillers
Presumption of Guilt
Trial by Jury
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First published October 24, 2017
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October 30, 2017
Good story.
Story started little slow, to make us understand the Damien character. Two different cases he is working on. One is toxic mold in apartments owned by slumlords. With this case, author is showing us his good human side. Second and main plot is defending Gina Vittorio, wife of a gangster. She is being accused of killing her husband, Damien has to do everything to get her off, legal and illegal.
Story started little slow, to make us understand the Damien character. Two different cases he is working on. One is toxic mold in apartments owned by slumlords. With this case, author is showing us his good human side. Second and main plot is defending Gina Vittorio, wife of a gangster. She is being accused of killing her husband, Damien has to do everything to get her off, legal and illegal.
May 8, 2018
I don't recommend
I'm not familiar with the author of Alibi so maybe she is new to writing. I guess the story was basically okay but if the author had not had the characters repeat everything at least twice she would have had very few words in this book. She also explained everything as if we readers haven't seen enough crime shows to know what phrases mean. I found it very tiring. If it is her first try at writing I apologize and I know you will improve.
I'm not familiar with the author of Alibi so maybe she is new to writing. I guess the story was basically okay but if the author had not had the characters repeat everything at least twice she would have had very few words in this book. She also explained everything as if we readers haven't seen enough crime shows to know what phrases mean. I found it very tiring. If it is her first try at writing I apologize and I know you will improve.
October 29, 2017
I really like how the books flow together so easily and characters keep coming back. I was very surprised about the verdict. I thought Gina should of been found guilty. Maybe it was because I wanted to slap her. On another note again I was very Confused at the beginning on of it was Harper or Damien talking. The very beginning I thought it was Harper. Overall it was a great book.
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November 14, 2017
I am a big fan of Damien but I was not happy about his situation with his ex-wife and her treatment of the kids. The story was exciting and I was on edge about how it would end. I'm hoping we have more with Ally coming back in play. I'm glad this book focused more on Damien since Harper just seems to get in so much trouble and it was a nice break.
January 10, 2018
The Alibi
This is a good, well written book. The story line was not very well hidden, and it was pretty easy to predict what was going to happen next. It was easy to read, however, and that helped bring up the score on the book. I am anxious to read another one of Ms. Sinclair's books to see if it was just one book, or if that is her style of writing.
This is a good, well written book. The story line was not very well hidden, and it was pretty easy to predict what was going to happen next. It was easy to read, however, and that helped bring up the score on the book. I am anxious to read another one of Ms. Sinclair's books to see if it was just one book, or if that is her style of writing.
July 10, 2018
He cannot afford to lost this case...
Criminal lawyer, Damien Harrington, must find a way to get an acquittal for his client, Gina Degrazio, if he wants to save his best friend, Nick. But will he be able to pull it off?
A story of trying to save a friend's life and find the truth at the same time.
Jo-Ann Doyle
Criminal lawyer, Damien Harrington, must find a way to get an acquittal for his client, Gina Degrazio, if he wants to save his best friend, Nick. But will he be able to pull it off?
A story of trying to save a friend's life and find the truth at the same time.
Jo-Ann Doyle
October 31, 2018
Another great addition to the Harper Ross series! Damien Harrington is making a great name for himself in this series, the way the stories combine and characters merge. I've read mostly all the series and can't wait to read how these legal thriller lawyers are gonna get the not so good clients off the chopping block!
November 12, 2017
Follow this 5 star read by Rachel Sinclar! Gina is accused of killing her husband Vitty but her alibi is Vitty's twin brother Enzo. Harper takes the case but there is things that just don't add up. Is Gina really innocent? There are lots of twits and turns and keep you guessing! Don't miss out
April 17, 2018
This was my first time to read a Rachel Sinclair book.
It was a good read and very fast read. I just hope that the story as she wrote is representative of the criminal defense lawyers in this country. It was a very good fictional story and must be viewed as such.
It was a good read and very fast read. I just hope that the story as she wrote is representative of the criminal defense lawyers in this country. It was a very good fictional story and must be viewed as such.
May 10, 2018
Legal thriller --- Entertaining and well-written
Captured my attention right from the opening. This book has a nice brisk style. Not a word I'd out of place. It truly sweeps you into the courtroom and interview rooms. I received an education as well as a thrilling read.
Captured my attention right from the opening. This book has a nice brisk style. Not a word I'd out of place. It truly sweeps you into the courtroom and interview rooms. I received an education as well as a thrilling read.
June 1, 2018
An engaging trial story
I enjoyed the novel as it demonstrated a personal motive for an attorney to argue a case that he did not believe in and knew was wrong. It raises the question about justice and what that really means.
I enjoyed the novel as it demonstrated a personal motive for an attorney to argue a case that he did not believe in and knew was wrong. It raises the question about justice and what that really means.
July 23, 2018
Not your normal lawyer/trial story
The author has written a very interesting and entertaining story about the law profession that is sure to keep you entertained and guessing what will be the next hurdle and just how he will get over it.
The author has written a very interesting and entertaining story about the law profession that is sure to keep you entertained and guessing what will be the next hurdle and just how he will get over it.
April 29, 2018
A really good book
I really enjoyed this book if you like good legal books you will really enjoy this one thank you Rachel Sinclair you rock
I really enjoyed this book if you like good legal books you will really enjoy this one thank you Rachel Sinclair you rock
April 30, 2018
Loved it!!
Thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. Well paced and well written. You totally sympathize with the lead characters. Will read more from this Author.
Thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. Well paced and well written. You totally sympathize with the lead characters. Will read more from this Author.
May 4, 2018
The alibi.....
It took me a while to get into this story but once I decided to read a little more I decided to continue. It was okay..... But not really my cup of tea.
It took me a while to get into this story but once I decided to read a little more I decided to continue. It was okay..... But not really my cup of tea.
May 23, 2018
Mob Case Trial
Unsympathetic characters, a whiny main character and an unscrupulous attorney. Put that all together and it makes for a book that is not a very good read.
Unsympathetic characters, a whiny main character and an unscrupulous attorney. Put that all together and it makes for a book that is not a very good read.
May 30, 2018
This was a quick read. A fun thriller!
June 28, 2018
Damien Harrington
1st Rachel Sinclair book for me .. enjoyed this page turner, I cared how it turned out for the people involved.I
Will look for the next one of Damien's cases.
1st Rachel Sinclair book for me .. enjoyed this page turner, I cared how it turned out for the people involved.I
Will look for the next one of Damien's cases.
October 18, 2018
Not a bad story. Plenty of twists and a very interesting main character.
January 3, 2019
The Alibi
Really good book. I really liked the suspense . Although this book was not as good as the first one . That's why I only gave it four stars
Really good book. I really liked the suspense . Although this book was not as good as the first one . That's why I only gave it four stars
December 4, 2024
3.72 stars
Good plot, weak trial.
Good plot, weak trial.
July 31, 2018
Did I like this book? Yes. And no. As a legal thriller, the reader is presented with the facts. The facts will keep you turning pages but not with any urgency. It's an up in your head thing rather than a grab you and won't let you go thing. There is no drama. No character arcs. Interesting? Yes. Compelling? No. I'd give it a B+ for effort and hope that the author continues writing and developing her craft.
May 27, 2020
To easy of a read. The story happens without any drama or excitement.
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