Bishop

by Victoria Slatton

Anthony Bishop was murdered on the day of Julia Harrison’s graduation from Brooktown Law. Although he was the university’s most notoriously well-liked professor and a celebrity in the legal field, his past held a number of concerning secrets and potentially fatal enemies. Julie Harrison was among the few who glimpsed her professor’s true nature, but fell trap to his set of manipulations when she threatened to expose one of his most heinous secrets. This novel explores the complexities of the law and certain gaps in the justice system through the lense of a murder mystery. It intentionally invokes the question of what happens when a victim is left without legal remedies and explores fundamental questions of morality in the face of unwavering inequality.

Victoria Slatton is an immigration attorney in Washington D.C. She is an advocate for justice, equality, and unconventional behavior. This is her first novel.

245 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 23, 2017

Reviews

[Kay Blue · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m giving this novel five stars because readers might perhaps find a better crafted legal mystery by more experienced writers, yet this is a gripping read for a first novel. Legal mysteries are a highly competitive genre, requiring both story telling skills and credible legal plot elements. Bishop delivers on both of these requirements. Given current headlines about sexual predators and immigration issues, this novel is a timely and important effort, giving readers insight into the motivations and fears experienced by the characters and their counterparts in real life. The author deftly weaves the legal protocols and procedures into compelling story lines, adding credibility without distraction or without weighing down the action. Reading this novel provides readers with both the satisfaction of a story well told and food for further thought about the issues explored in the novel. Importantly, the “Who done it?” keeps readers guessing until the very end.

[Hchase · Rating 5 out of 5]

An absolutely fantastic, addictive read! It was such a page turner that I finished it in two days. The characters were so compelling and relatable I felt like they could be real-life friends of mine. The plot was fast-paced with a great twist ending and a feminist message throughout.

[Kansas St Clair · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book!

This book had me hooked from the beginning! Definitely recommend to anyone who likes suspenseful mysteries! I read the entire book in 2 days!

[Matt Martinez · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a very addictive read. Great characters and suspenseful story.