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Full Disclosure
From the former Chief Justice of Canada comes a riveting thriller starring Jilly Truitt, a rising, young defense attorney faced with a case that hits close to home. A searing look at what justice means in the courts and on the streets, Full Disclosure is perfect for fans of Kathy Reichs, Louise Penny, and Lisa Scottoline.
When everyone has something to hide, the truth is the only defense.
There’s nothing Jilly Truitt likes more than winning a case, especially against her former mentor, prosecutor Cy Kenge. Jilly has baggage, the residue of a dark time in a series of foster homes, but that’s in the past. Now she’s building her own criminal defense firm and making a name for herself as a tough-as-nails lawyer willing to take risks in the courtroom.
When the affluent and enigmatic Vincent Trussardi is accused of his wife Laura’s murder, Jilly agrees to defend him, despite predictions that the case is a sure loser and warnings from those close to her to stay away from the Trussardi family. Determined to prove everyone wrong, Jilly investigates Laura’s death, hoping to discover a shred of evidence that might give the jury a reasonable doubt. Instead, she is confronted by damning evidence and uncooperative witnesses at every turn. Someone isn’t telling the truth, but who?
With her reputation and Vincent’s life on the line, Jilly tries to unravel the web of secrets surrounding Laura’s murder. As she digs deeper, she uncovers a startling revelation that will change not only the case, but her life forever.
From the gritty streets of Vancouver to the fateful halls of justice, Full Disclosure is a razor-sharp thriller that pulses with authenticity and intrigue.
When everyone has something to hide, the truth is the only defense.
There’s nothing Jilly Truitt likes more than winning a case, especially against her former mentor, prosecutor Cy Kenge. Jilly has baggage, the residue of a dark time in a series of foster homes, but that’s in the past. Now she’s building her own criminal defense firm and making a name for herself as a tough-as-nails lawyer willing to take risks in the courtroom.
When the affluent and enigmatic Vincent Trussardi is accused of his wife Laura’s murder, Jilly agrees to defend him, despite predictions that the case is a sure loser and warnings from those close to her to stay away from the Trussardi family. Determined to prove everyone wrong, Jilly investigates Laura’s death, hoping to discover a shred of evidence that might give the jury a reasonable doubt. Instead, she is confronted by damning evidence and uncooperative witnesses at every turn. Someone isn’t telling the truth, but who?
With her reputation and Vincent’s life on the line, Jilly tries to unravel the web of secrets surrounding Laura’s murder. As she digs deeper, she uncovers a startling revelation that will change not only the case, but her life forever.
From the gritty streets of Vancouver to the fateful halls of justice, Full Disclosure is a razor-sharp thriller that pulses with authenticity and intrigue.
352 pages, Paperback
First published May 1, 2018
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Beverley McLachlin
11 books270 followersBeverley McLachlin is the former Chief Justice of Canada, the first woman to hold that position.
Full Disclosure is her first novel.
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March 31, 2018
Vincent Trussardi stands accused of murdering his wife Laura. He specifically requests Jilly Truitt, an up and coming defence attorney, known for taking risks that paid off, to represent him.
Jilly already juggling a full load finds her new client to be not entirely forthcoming, there is an enigma about him that will not be quiet and her investigation into the events surrounding Laura’s death yields little beyond frustration, due in no small part to uncooperative family members and others of interest. All of her friends, family and colleagues warn her off the case, certain it will be a loser.
Let me just say that I found this authors writing to be very engaging. Her prose has a graceful, fluid style. It pours forth and I found myself carried away by the current. That said a couple of instances come to mind where, “the dish ran away with the spoon”, even so, I caught the author’s meaning well enough.
As well written as this story is I did not find it to be particularly mysterious or thrilling. Somewhere in one of my mind’s back rooms a couple of scenarios played out that I eventually heard described by McLachlin herself. soooo no it did not keep me guessing, I was however thoroughly entertained. And it is called Full Disclosure.
Definitely count me in, should McLachlin write another, cause man that writing……….3.5 stars.
My thanks to Simon & Schuster, NetGalley and Beverley McLachlin for an opportunity to read this advance copy.
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Beverley McLachlin, prior to her retirement was the 17th Chief Justice of Canada, the longest serving Chief Justice in Canada and the first women to ever hold this position. She knows of what she speaks.
Jilly already juggling a full load finds her new client to be not entirely forthcoming, there is an enigma about him that will not be quiet and her investigation into the events surrounding Laura’s death yields little beyond frustration, due in no small part to uncooperative family members and others of interest. All of her friends, family and colleagues warn her off the case, certain it will be a loser.
Let me just say that I found this authors writing to be very engaging. Her prose has a graceful, fluid style. It pours forth and I found myself carried away by the current. That said a couple of instances come to mind where, “the dish ran away with the spoon”, even so, I caught the author’s meaning well enough.
As well written as this story is I did not find it to be particularly mysterious or thrilling. Somewhere in one of my mind’s back rooms a couple of scenarios played out that I eventually heard described by McLachlin herself. soooo no it did not keep me guessing, I was however thoroughly entertained. And it is called Full Disclosure.
Definitely count me in, should McLachlin write another, cause man that writing……….3.5 stars.
My thanks to Simon & Schuster, NetGalley and Beverley McLachlin for an opportunity to read this advance copy.
Pssssssssst
Beverley McLachlin, prior to her retirement was the 17th Chief Justice of Canada, the longest serving Chief Justice in Canada and the first women to ever hold this position. She knows of what she speaks.
March 30, 2018
First and foremost, a large thank you to NetGalley, Beverley McLachlin, and Simon & Schuster Canada for providing me with a copy of this publication, which allows me to provide you with an unbiased review.
In her first piece of published fiction, former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada Beverley McLachlin storms onto the scene with this courtroom thriller that will keep the reader guessing until the final chapters. Jilly Truitt is trying to establish herself as a competent defence attorney in Vancouver. Having been brought up in the foster care system, Jilly has seen just how dark things can get and found a way to move towards the light. Having been mentored by the best when she was fresh from law school, Jilly now finds herself face to face with the same man who taught her how to shape the law to her favour. When millionaire Vincent Trussardi hires her to defend him on a murder charge, things do not look good, but Jilly is up for a challenge. Having been accused of killing his wife, Laura, Trussardi proclaims his innocence and will not accept anything less than being fully exonerated. As soon as she begins preparing for trial, Jilly is warned by many to drop this legal hot potato as fast as she can, as there are secrets and mysteries that could easily trip up her defence. Still, Jilly sees potential and will use this to springboard her to greater success within the Vancouver legal community. However, with the case progressing, Jilly hits a few snags but cannot be deterred; she is in for the long-run. At trial, Crown Prosecutor Cy Kenge will do whatever it takes to bury his former protégé, forcing her to see that some people do not deserve their day in court. With the city watching and everything on the line, Jilly must decide if Trussardi’s defence is worth all she has to offer. McLachlin does well with this, her debut novel, and will have those who love the genre raving about this for years to come!
Having followed former Chief Justice McLachlin throughout her time on the High Court, I was ecstatic at the opportunity to read her first novel, a wonderful career change since her recent retirement. McLachlin uses all her legal skills and injects the perfect amount of realistic plot and dialogue to help the reader relate to the story, be they from Canada or not. Jilly Truitt is a wonderfully crafted character, whose backstory is somewhat murky, but is revealed throughout the narrative. Jilly seeks not only to better understand herself, but the world around her, as well as how her clients could get into the messes in which they find themselves. The reader will notice some character development throughout the piece, both inside the courtroom and with her personal life. McLachlin surely knows how to breathe life into her characters, which is equally exemplified in the others who populate the intense narrative. Working together, there are enough crumbs left that the attentive reader could see a series emerging, giving just enough to pique curiosity. The plot is strong and the crimes believable to the point that they are realistic. The story moves through case preparation and into the courtroom, where McLachlin utilises her legal expertise to deliver banter where needed and testimony summary at other times. While the chapters are not extremely lengthy, there are some who bulk up the narrative, though they pass with ease as the reader forges ahead and makes the most of the experience. The reader is ready for all McLachlin has to offer and finds themselves treated to a wonderful legal thriller. There is enough Canadian content to give it a wonderful flavour, though the Canadiana does not inculcate the reader at every page flip. Highly recommended and one can hope that there is more Jilly Truitt to come in the near future.
Kudos, Madam Former Chief Justice McLachlin (is this the correct title, anyone?), for such a stellar debut. I will be encouraging anyone who enjoys the genre to read this and judge for themselves.
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In her first piece of published fiction, former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada Beverley McLachlin storms onto the scene with this courtroom thriller that will keep the reader guessing until the final chapters. Jilly Truitt is trying to establish herself as a competent defence attorney in Vancouver. Having been brought up in the foster care system, Jilly has seen just how dark things can get and found a way to move towards the light. Having been mentored by the best when she was fresh from law school, Jilly now finds herself face to face with the same man who taught her how to shape the law to her favour. When millionaire Vincent Trussardi hires her to defend him on a murder charge, things do not look good, but Jilly is up for a challenge. Having been accused of killing his wife, Laura, Trussardi proclaims his innocence and will not accept anything less than being fully exonerated. As soon as she begins preparing for trial, Jilly is warned by many to drop this legal hot potato as fast as she can, as there are secrets and mysteries that could easily trip up her defence. Still, Jilly sees potential and will use this to springboard her to greater success within the Vancouver legal community. However, with the case progressing, Jilly hits a few snags but cannot be deterred; she is in for the long-run. At trial, Crown Prosecutor Cy Kenge will do whatever it takes to bury his former protégé, forcing her to see that some people do not deserve their day in court. With the city watching and everything on the line, Jilly must decide if Trussardi’s defence is worth all she has to offer. McLachlin does well with this, her debut novel, and will have those who love the genre raving about this for years to come!
Having followed former Chief Justice McLachlin throughout her time on the High Court, I was ecstatic at the opportunity to read her first novel, a wonderful career change since her recent retirement. McLachlin uses all her legal skills and injects the perfect amount of realistic plot and dialogue to help the reader relate to the story, be they from Canada or not. Jilly Truitt is a wonderfully crafted character, whose backstory is somewhat murky, but is revealed throughout the narrative. Jilly seeks not only to better understand herself, but the world around her, as well as how her clients could get into the messes in which they find themselves. The reader will notice some character development throughout the piece, both inside the courtroom and with her personal life. McLachlin surely knows how to breathe life into her characters, which is equally exemplified in the others who populate the intense narrative. Working together, there are enough crumbs left that the attentive reader could see a series emerging, giving just enough to pique curiosity. The plot is strong and the crimes believable to the point that they are realistic. The story moves through case preparation and into the courtroom, where McLachlin utilises her legal expertise to deliver banter where needed and testimony summary at other times. While the chapters are not extremely lengthy, there are some who bulk up the narrative, though they pass with ease as the reader forges ahead and makes the most of the experience. The reader is ready for all McLachlin has to offer and finds themselves treated to a wonderful legal thriller. There is enough Canadian content to give it a wonderful flavour, though the Canadiana does not inculcate the reader at every page flip. Highly recommended and one can hope that there is more Jilly Truitt to come in the near future.
Kudos, Madam Former Chief Justice McLachlin (is this the correct title, anyone?), for such a stellar debut. I will be encouraging anyone who enjoys the genre to read this and judge for themselves.
Like/hate the review? An ever-growing collection of others appears at:
http://pecheyponderings.wordpress.com/
A Book for All Seasons, a different sort of Book Challenge: https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/...
April 30, 2018
3.5 stars.
Full Disclosure was written by recently retired Chief Justice of Canada’s Supreme Court, Beverley McLachlin. Not surprisingly, it is a courtroom drama with a resounding ring of authenticity — lots of references to recent landmark Supreme Court decisions and pressing Canadian legal issues. Fortunately, it’s also well written and a pretty engaging story. The plot focuses on criminal defence attorney Jilly, who is retained to defend Victor, who is accused of murdering his wife. While trying to figure out how best to defend Victor, Jilly has to deal with a few personal issues of own. Solidly entertaining and impressive for someone who has been busy leading Canada’s highest Court for the past many years. I’ll be happy to read her next mystery. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an opportunity to read an advance copy.
Full Disclosure was written by recently retired Chief Justice of Canada’s Supreme Court, Beverley McLachlin. Not surprisingly, it is a courtroom drama with a resounding ring of authenticity — lots of references to recent landmark Supreme Court decisions and pressing Canadian legal issues. Fortunately, it’s also well written and a pretty engaging story. The plot focuses on criminal defence attorney Jilly, who is retained to defend Victor, who is accused of murdering his wife. While trying to figure out how best to defend Victor, Jilly has to deal with a few personal issues of own. Solidly entertaining and impressive for someone who has been busy leading Canada’s highest Court for the past many years. I’ll be happy to read her next mystery. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an opportunity to read an advance copy.
May 11, 2018
3.5 stars
My one and only expectation heading into this courtroom drama penned by Canada's longest running Chief Justice(the 17th and first female to hold that position) on the Supreme Court of Canada was that I wanted to read it! My verdict: A strong debut that already has me hoping for a sequel. Vancouver defense lawyer, Jilly Truitt, is tough as nails in the courtroom with the type of dogged determination that had me flipping the pages. Sure there were some weak parts where I felt the aspects of Jilly's personal life were fairly transparent BUT I cannot deny that there's definitely enough of what actually goes on in a Canadian courtroom that had me intrigued.
My one and only expectation heading into this courtroom drama penned by Canada's longest running Chief Justice(the 17th and first female to hold that position) on the Supreme Court of Canada was that I wanted to read it! My verdict: A strong debut that already has me hoping for a sequel. Vancouver defense lawyer, Jilly Truitt, is tough as nails in the courtroom with the type of dogged determination that had me flipping the pages. Sure there were some weak parts where I felt the aspects of Jilly's personal life were fairly transparent BUT I cannot deny that there's definitely enough of what actually goes on in a Canadian courtroom that had me intrigued.
November 15, 2022
4 brilliant stars!
This was a great debut!
It’s brilliant!
The writing is terrific, engaging and easy to follow, which makes this book a fast read.
The storyline is very well developed and compelling.
The book starts slowly but it becomes a page turner.
I wished that the trial was longer, as I love a good courtroom drama full of great arguments.
I will not say that it is flawless, but it is very entertaining.
There are some excellent twists, but I wasn’t a fan of one revelation.
If I’m not giving it a 5 stars is because I don’t like “convenient coincidences”, as it makes the universe seems too small.
This is my second book by this author, which I read out of order.
Her latest release, “Denial”, is excellent and I do recommend it, but read this one first, as you want to know the main character’s background.
Original post: October 5, 2021
Edited on November 15, 2022 (spelling correction)
This was a great debut!
It’s brilliant!
The writing is terrific, engaging and easy to follow, which makes this book a fast read.
The storyline is very well developed and compelling.
The book starts slowly but it becomes a page turner.
I wished that the trial was longer, as I love a good courtroom drama full of great arguments.
I will not say that it is flawless, but it is very entertaining.
There are some excellent twists, but I wasn’t a fan of one revelation.
If I’m not giving it a 5 stars is because I don’t like “convenient coincidences”, as it makes the universe seems too small.
This is my second book by this author, which I read out of order.
Her latest release, “Denial”, is excellent and I do recommend it, but read this one first, as you want to know the main character’s background.
Original post: October 5, 2021
Edited on November 15, 2022 (spelling correction)
July 11, 2019
It is great to read a novel written by a Canadian with the story based in Canada about a Canadian. Beverley McLachlin just retired as the longest serving Chief Justice of the Canadian Supreme Court. She was also the first female Chief Justice. Four of the nine justices on the Canadian Supreme Court were women; that has recently change to three with a retirement.
The book is well written. Our protagonist is Jilly Truitt. She is a defense attorney. She takes on the case of Vincent Trussardi who is accused of killing his wife, Laura. I enjoyed learning about Canadian criminal law and the procedures alone with pomp and circumstance of a Canadian criminal trial. I have read lots of courtroom drama novels taking place in the United States and in Britain, but this is my first taking place in Canada. McLachlin located the story in Vancouver, British Columbia with all of its beautiful scenery. Taking into consideration this is McLachlan’s first novel, it is well done. I am looking forward to the next book.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is eight hours and forty-five minutes. Joy Osmanski does a good job narrating the book. Osmanski is a Koran actress and voice artist. She has won three Audiofile Earphone Awards for audiobook narrations
The book is well written. Our protagonist is Jilly Truitt. She is a defense attorney. She takes on the case of Vincent Trussardi who is accused of killing his wife, Laura. I enjoyed learning about Canadian criminal law and the procedures alone with pomp and circumstance of a Canadian criminal trial. I have read lots of courtroom drama novels taking place in the United States and in Britain, but this is my first taking place in Canada. McLachlin located the story in Vancouver, British Columbia with all of its beautiful scenery. Taking into consideration this is McLachlan’s first novel, it is well done. I am looking forward to the next book.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is eight hours and forty-five minutes. Joy Osmanski does a good job narrating the book. Osmanski is a Koran actress and voice artist. She has won three Audiofile Earphone Awards for audiobook narrations
June 21, 2018
2.5/5
I was extremely excited for this book, because as a criminologist I am a huge nerd and love Beverly McLachlin, former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada. Unforunately, while Beverly McLachlin may be a wonderful judge, she is perhaps not the best fiction writer.
There were a lot of things I didn’t like about this book. The first being the relationship between Jilly and her former client Damon. It was so unprofessional and odd! I really didn’t understand the need for it, except to give Jilly someone to save. It wasn’t necessary. His story should have ended when his trial did.
I also didn’t enjoy the bizarre jump into Jilly’s illness. One minute she was standing in a parking garage with a threat written in the condensation on her car, and the next she was delusional in the hospital sufering from the Asian Bird Flu? This really added nothing to the overall plot, and was super bizarre. If time needed to be lapsed and accounted for, I really think it could have been done in a better way.
The other three big things I didn’t like are big spoilers, so I’ll put them under the spoiler tag. I will say that the book wasn’t terrble, and it was nice to read a legal thriller set in Canada - especially one featuring a female lead! I just don’t think this book was right for me.
I was extremely excited for this book, because as a criminologist I am a huge nerd and love Beverly McLachlin, former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada. Unforunately, while Beverly McLachlin may be a wonderful judge, she is perhaps not the best fiction writer.
There were a lot of things I didn’t like about this book. The first being the relationship between Jilly and her former client Damon. It was so unprofessional and odd! I really didn’t understand the need for it, except to give Jilly someone to save. It wasn’t necessary. His story should have ended when his trial did.
I also didn’t enjoy the bizarre jump into Jilly’s illness. One minute she was standing in a parking garage with a threat written in the condensation on her car, and the next she was delusional in the hospital sufering from the Asian Bird Flu? This really added nothing to the overall plot, and was super bizarre. If time needed to be lapsed and accounted for, I really think it could have been done in a better way.
The other three big things I didn’t like are big spoilers, so I’ll put them under the spoiler tag. I will say that the book wasn’t terrble, and it was nice to read a legal thriller set in Canada - especially one featuring a female lead! I just don’t think this book was right for me.
February 4, 2018
I've spent my legal career reading Justice McLachlin's judgments so it was a real thrill to get an early read of her first novel. McLachlin puts her experience on the Court to good use, writing a taut legal thriller that follows thirty-something Jilly Truitt on the biggest case of her career. At first it appears to be a simple case: rich man kills his philandering wife. But the more Jilly investigates, the more complicated it becomes. With great twists and turns, this will keep readers guessing to the very end.
July 4, 2018
McLachlin is a brilliant jurist but I don’t get the impression she has spent much free time reading literature, or even decent genre fiction.
The first half page of the book alone reveals a work destined to be replete with the type of lazy or awkward writing that instantly marks the work of an amateur. A guard ‘spies’ the lawyer in the hallway, but there’s no explanation to justify why the word ‘spies’ is chosen (it feels like a common issue with novice genre writers is punching up the language and avoiding straightforward descriptions in a manner that ends up feeling confused). Then a ‘shadow’ crosses the guard’s ‘hardened’ features (a shadow from where? A literal shadow or figurative, because there’s no indication either way. And why are his features hardened? What exactly does this mean?) Her client’s hands are shackled in dignified mien, because let’s throw in some unnecessary vocabulary.
The prose has no depth or density, the dialogue tries too hard to quickly reveal character which results in unnatural and corny exchanges, and the treatment of setting and interactions is often perfunctory.
If this wasn’t guaranteed to sell 10,000 copies based on McLachlin’s name I doubt she would have even found an agent. And that’s too bad for Bev as this book is unbefitting of her reputation.
The first half page of the book alone reveals a work destined to be replete with the type of lazy or awkward writing that instantly marks the work of an amateur. A guard ‘spies’ the lawyer in the hallway, but there’s no explanation to justify why the word ‘spies’ is chosen (it feels like a common issue with novice genre writers is punching up the language and avoiding straightforward descriptions in a manner that ends up feeling confused). Then a ‘shadow’ crosses the guard’s ‘hardened’ features (a shadow from where? A literal shadow or figurative, because there’s no indication either way. And why are his features hardened? What exactly does this mean?) Her client’s hands are shackled in dignified mien, because let’s throw in some unnecessary vocabulary.
The prose has no depth or density, the dialogue tries too hard to quickly reveal character which results in unnatural and corny exchanges, and the treatment of setting and interactions is often perfunctory.
If this wasn’t guaranteed to sell 10,000 copies based on McLachlin’s name I doubt she would have even found an agent. And that’s too bad for Bev as this book is unbefitting of her reputation.
August 12, 2020
I loved reading “Full Disclosure” by Beverly McLachlin. Partially because the story line is in Vancouver BC Canada my home town. But mostly because it was so well written I kept thinking I was reading one of John Grisham’s incredible books. I am not going into the story line but if you are a John Grisham fan like I am you already know this book is a must read...enjoy!
June 24, 2018
This read kept me up past my bedtime, an unfolding mystery that draws one in page by page. The attention to detail added the necessary drama to the mystery. The characters become real, climbing off the page to 'sit' with you as you follow the story and unfold their mystery. A true Canadian legal drama, rich and satisfying. No spoiler alerts from this reviewer, just a recommendation to pick it up and set aside a day to escape into this brilliant book.
June 29, 2018
Too bad Beverley McLachlin retired from the Supreme Court -- she was fine in that role, but she's no writer. This was a corny predictable book from the outset, and there was nothing worthy of note. I read it -- wouldn't recommend it to anyone, ever.
June 18, 2021
I wish to thank NetGalley and Simon & Schuster for a copy of Full Disclosure in return for an honest review.. Written by someone who knows the intricacies of our Justice system and how lawyers operate, Beverley McLachlin, former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada deserves much praise for her debut novel.
This is a gripping courtroom drama with much intrigue outside the courts related to the case. I found the character development to be compelling, and the plot suspenseful. There were twists and turns with several unexpected surprises.
I thought the beginning was rather slow, but it quickly picked up its pace, making it an enthralling read which I couldn't put down. Towards the end, I thought the case had ended and wasn't pleased with what I thought was its conclusion, but with the few final chapters loved the way the story ended.
Jilly Truitt has risen from a rebellious and troubled childhood. She was in and out of a series of foster homes until finally she was placed with a loving and supportive foster family. She is now making a name for herself, on her way to becoming a successful defence attorney. She is defending a wealthy man, Vincent Trussardi, who is accused of shooting his beautiful wife, Laura, with the gun he kept locked in his safe. Laura was an unfaithful wife, but beloved by many due to her empathy and her involvement in charitable causes. Jilly is wondering why people are warning her not to get involved in the case.
I thought the book jacket was eye-catching. A quick search showed more than two dozen books with the same title. I hope this is only the first book featuring Jilly Truitt as the main character, and there will be more in the future.
This is a gripping courtroom drama with much intrigue outside the courts related to the case. I found the character development to be compelling, and the plot suspenseful. There were twists and turns with several unexpected surprises.
I thought the beginning was rather slow, but it quickly picked up its pace, making it an enthralling read which I couldn't put down. Towards the end, I thought the case had ended and wasn't pleased with what I thought was its conclusion, but with the few final chapters loved the way the story ended.
Jilly Truitt has risen from a rebellious and troubled childhood. She was in and out of a series of foster homes until finally she was placed with a loving and supportive foster family. She is now making a name for herself, on her way to becoming a successful defence attorney. She is defending a wealthy man, Vincent Trussardi, who is accused of shooting his beautiful wife, Laura, with the gun he kept locked in his safe. Laura was an unfaithful wife, but beloved by many due to her empathy and her involvement in charitable causes. Jilly is wondering why people are warning her not to get involved in the case.
I thought the book jacket was eye-catching. A quick search showed more than two dozen books with the same title. I hope this is only the first book featuring Jilly Truitt as the main character, and there will be more in the future.
April 1, 2019
Because of (despite?) McLachlin's extensive legal credentials, she's written a wonderful legal thriller set in Vancouver, Canada. No surprise that she'd get the courtroom drama just right, but she has also drawn interesting characters, added plenty of suspense, and put everything in motion in picturesque Vancouver, a perfect--and welcome--setting.
Readers who like legal thrillers and those who like books by Michael Connelly will enjoy Full Disclosure.
Highly recommended.
Readers who like legal thrillers and those who like books by Michael Connelly will enjoy Full Disclosure.
Highly recommended.
September 16, 2018
Back in the day, I believed that approval by a traditional publisher attested to quality of work. Was it my mistake to think a retired Chief Justice would share some pearls through the medium of a fictitious mystery entitled ‘Full Disclosure’? Or did an opportunistic publishing house with an eye out for the bottom line see a sure-fire win in publishing an undeveloped piece of writing by a big name? Feeling responses and emotional depth got stymied inside a manipulated mystery plot of out-of-the-blue final solutions. I'd love to read a real memoir by this individual.
April 30, 2018
Thank you to Simon & Schuster and NetGalley for an advance e-copy of Full Disclosure by Beverley McLachlin in exchange for an honest review. This legal thriller is written by the now-retired 17th Chief Justice of Canada, the first woman to hold this position and the longest-serving Chief Justice of Canada in history. Needless to say, there are many detailed courtroom scenes here. Full Disclosure is the story of Jilly Truitt, a criminal defense attorney in Vancouver, BC, who is hired by Vincent Trussardi who is charged with the murder of his wife Laura. The reader is a witness to the manipulation of justice by both the prosecution and the defense side of this case. There are many secondary characters and the plot is well-developed. The tension builds till the end, where several unexpected events are revealed. This is a first novel for Beverley McLachlin but I hope there will be more to come.
August 24, 2018
Jilly Truitt is a young, ambitious criminal lawyer making a name for herself.
When a wealthy businessman, Vincent Trussardi is accused of murdering his young wife, he reaches out to Truitt to defend him. This will be a high profile case with a significant retainer and Jilly is eager to take it on even though the evidence overwhelmingly suggests her client is guilty.
Full Disclosure is Beverley McLachlin’s first novel after retiring as the longest Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada for seventeen years, the first women to hold that position and the longest-serving Chief Justice in Canadian history.
As a jurist, McLachlin is formidable, as an author she’s just a beginner, and it shows.
There are a number of plot points in the book that stretched this reader’s suspension of disbelief nearly to the breaking point, but I hung in there expecting some insights regarding the Canadian legal system, the professionals involved and those they prosecute or defend.
There weren’t any. In fact, the lack of originality had me wondering if I hadn’t read this before. That isn’t to say I didn’t enjoy it. The story takes place in Vancouver, Canada, my hometown and hers, and it was fun recognizing the restaurants, landmarks and neighbourhoods where the scenes unfold.
Unfortunately, as the novel draws to an end, and with many questions still unanswered, the author (out of desperation?) resorts to the old, tired technique of having her protagonist goad a suspect, Perry Mason style, into confessing. Of course, this confession is taped on a recorder hidden in her pocket and is used to exonerate her client. See what I mean about lack of originality.
Though it didn't have any real bearing on the novel, I was surprised and disappointed at the author’s treatment of a First Nation person in her story. Though a very minor character, when this young woman is challenged by isolation and unhappiness her choice is to become a drug addict and support her habit by prostitution.
With so many other positive possibilities out there, why did someone of the McLachlin’s stature and presumed sensibilities choose this clichéd depiction of our Indigenous people?
Despite the efforts of the best editors Simon and Schuster employ, I doubt Full Disclosure would have been published had it not been for the author’s significant profile which, like all books written by celebrities, assures at least some sales.
The real test will be McLachlin’s next novel.
When a wealthy businessman, Vincent Trussardi is accused of murdering his young wife, he reaches out to Truitt to defend him. This will be a high profile case with a significant retainer and Jilly is eager to take it on even though the evidence overwhelmingly suggests her client is guilty.
Full Disclosure is Beverley McLachlin’s first novel after retiring as the longest Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada for seventeen years, the first women to hold that position and the longest-serving Chief Justice in Canadian history.
As a jurist, McLachlin is formidable, as an author she’s just a beginner, and it shows.
There are a number of plot points in the book that stretched this reader’s suspension of disbelief nearly to the breaking point, but I hung in there expecting some insights regarding the Canadian legal system, the professionals involved and those they prosecute or defend.
There weren’t any. In fact, the lack of originality had me wondering if I hadn’t read this before. That isn’t to say I didn’t enjoy it. The story takes place in Vancouver, Canada, my hometown and hers, and it was fun recognizing the restaurants, landmarks and neighbourhoods where the scenes unfold.
Unfortunately, as the novel draws to an end, and with many questions still unanswered, the author (out of desperation?) resorts to the old, tired technique of having her protagonist goad a suspect, Perry Mason style, into confessing. Of course, this confession is taped on a recorder hidden in her pocket and is used to exonerate her client. See what I mean about lack of originality.
Though it didn't have any real bearing on the novel, I was surprised and disappointed at the author’s treatment of a First Nation person in her story. Though a very minor character, when this young woman is challenged by isolation and unhappiness her choice is to become a drug addict and support her habit by prostitution.
With so many other positive possibilities out there, why did someone of the McLachlin’s stature and presumed sensibilities choose this clichéd depiction of our Indigenous people?
Despite the efforts of the best editors Simon and Schuster employ, I doubt Full Disclosure would have been published had it not been for the author’s significant profile which, like all books written by celebrities, assures at least some sales.
The real test will be McLachlin’s next novel.
April 12, 2018
From law professor to Chief Justice of Canada's Supreme Court and now the author of a highly entertaining legal thriller - quite the progression. A number of years ago, I played charades with Beverley McLachlin who at that time was teaching commercial transactions at UBC law school (that's University of British Columbia for readers outside Canada). She was one of my husband's professors and an accomplished charades player. Get to the point, Mary, you're probably saying.
Full Disclosure features a youngish female lawyer with a difficult upbringing involving several foster homes and, not surprisingly, she's tough and determined to win her cases. Beverley McLachlin adds an experienced but flawed public defender, a drug addict who is trying to rehabilitate himself, a successful businessman and his disabled sister, a jilted lover, and, of course, a murder. I stayed up late several nights reading Full Disclosure and truly enjoyed the twists and turns, the characters, the suspense, and the surprise ending. I'm adding this to my highly recommended list - and if Beverley McLachlin writes another novel, I'll be sure to read it. Thanks to NetGalley for an early release version.
Full Disclosure features a youngish female lawyer with a difficult upbringing involving several foster homes and, not surprisingly, she's tough and determined to win her cases. Beverley McLachlin adds an experienced but flawed public defender, a drug addict who is trying to rehabilitate himself, a successful businessman and his disabled sister, a jilted lover, and, of course, a murder. I stayed up late several nights reading Full Disclosure and truly enjoyed the twists and turns, the characters, the suspense, and the surprise ending. I'm adding this to my highly recommended list - and if Beverley McLachlin writes another novel, I'll be sure to read it. Thanks to NetGalley for an early release version.
October 23, 2018
Terrible. I am so disappointed. I had such high hopes from such a distinguished Canadian. There were so many problems with this novel. A terrible plot, cliched characters, bad writing. I have two theories: 1) McLachlin was very busy with her career so she wasn't able to read much fiction, so she doesn't really know what good fiction sounds like. 2) She hasn't had to do her own research in some time so she doesn't have a sweet clue how to do it as an author.
I would read a non-fiction if she decided to write something on her career, but I will not read any fiction from her again. I feel fairly certain if she were some yahoo off the street, this book would have been laughed out of the publisher's office, but because of her reputation and relative (Canadian) fame, it was guaranteed to sell. (I am bitter I bought this garbage.)
1/2 star, rounded up because I can't give less than one star on Goodreads.
I would read a non-fiction if she decided to write something on her career, but I will not read any fiction from her again. I feel fairly certain if she were some yahoo off the street, this book would have been laughed out of the publisher's office, but because of her reputation and relative (Canadian) fame, it was guaranteed to sell. (I am bitter I bought this garbage.)
1/2 star, rounded up because I can't give less than one star on Goodreads.
August 19, 2018
Full disclosure, I was honestly expecting this to be much, much worse.
June 16, 2020
Well, Madam Justice certainly knows how to spin tale. But let’s face it ..she has spent many years writing about the law.
This was Beverley MacLachlin’s debut fiction novel. Now she had, I’m sure, plenty of scenarios to draw from, but she till had to build the characters, develop the plot, spin the tale all while creating and keeping interest.
Needless to say this was an enjoyable read. It moved sufficiently quick to keep you turning pages, yet it continued to build. There was a main story, where a female lawyer defends a client, who though he proclaims his innocence, is charged with the murder of his wife, and a few sub plots with other clients. Then there are sidebars about various relationships and events, all which, in some way, add to the development of the characters and the plot. It is all fairly believable....
I particularly liked the Canadiana subtleties. There are references to places, to people, to culture, to artworks, to Canadiana court room decorum...all just little things that add a flourish of familiarity to make the fiction more convincing.
While this is a whodunnit novel, there is far more going on than simply a riveting tale of solving the murder mystery. This is much more like “the truth will set you free!”, and in many ways that makes it a more satisfying read. All the loose ends come neatly together by the end of the story, and even those you didn’t see coming are pulled in to a satisfying conclusion.
I would recommend this novel for its all around fictional eloquence rather than as a gripping mystery, and would certainly read anything else by this author....in fact, I have her memoir here waiting to be read!
This was Beverley MacLachlin’s debut fiction novel. Now she had, I’m sure, plenty of scenarios to draw from, but she till had to build the characters, develop the plot, spin the tale all while creating and keeping interest.
Needless to say this was an enjoyable read. It moved sufficiently quick to keep you turning pages, yet it continued to build. There was a main story, where a female lawyer defends a client, who though he proclaims his innocence, is charged with the murder of his wife, and a few sub plots with other clients. Then there are sidebars about various relationships and events, all which, in some way, add to the development of the characters and the plot. It is all fairly believable....
I particularly liked the Canadiana subtleties. There are references to places, to people, to culture, to artworks, to Canadiana court room decorum...all just little things that add a flourish of familiarity to make the fiction more convincing.
While this is a whodunnit novel, there is far more going on than simply a riveting tale of solving the murder mystery. This is much more like “the truth will set you free!”, and in many ways that makes it a more satisfying read. All the loose ends come neatly together by the end of the story, and even those you didn’t see coming are pulled in to a satisfying conclusion.
I would recommend this novel for its all around fictional eloquence rather than as a gripping mystery, and would certainly read anything else by this author....in fact, I have her memoir here waiting to be read!
April 15, 2018
I received an ARC fron NetGalley with many thanks. I work in the legal field and am familiar with Beverly McLachlin's name and some of her Supreme Court decisions. I was interested to see that she had written a book and was hoping for her memoir ;)
Full Disclosure is a novel about a woman who is defending a man accused of murdering his wife. It is quite nicely written, full of polish and sophisticated language. There are some interesting twists and turns. It was slightly far-fetched in my opinion and I had made a guess about the perpetrator early on.
The various references to fine works of art and artists are lost on me. I also find there is excessive use of first names to punctuate sentences. It is becoming slightly annoying. I am not keen on the name Jilly as it seems juvenile (most adults would go by Jill, I would think) but I'm going to remind myself that it might be a nickname. All in all, a very good debut from a skilled writer and well-informed legal authority.
Full Disclosure is a novel about a woman who is defending a man accused of murdering his wife. It is quite nicely written, full of polish and sophisticated language. There are some interesting twists and turns. It was slightly far-fetched in my opinion and I had made a guess about the perpetrator early on.
The various references to fine works of art and artists are lost on me. I also find there is excessive use of first names to punctuate sentences. It is becoming slightly annoying. I am not keen on the name Jilly as it seems juvenile (most adults would go by Jill, I would think) but I'm going to remind myself that it might be a nickname. All in all, a very good debut from a skilled writer and well-informed legal authority.
July 2, 2018
At this point, I’m only halfway through, but there is no doubt that Full Disclosure is a robust five stars! It’s totally absorbing, this mystery/legal thriller! The author was a Chief Justice of Canada and the first woman to hold that position. She clearly knows her material, and presents it in a disciplined manner, such that one isn’t awash in intricacies of the law, but rather is given only details necessary to develop the plot. Keeping the reader slightly off balance is the intriguing mix of characters! The plot is rich, and the writing excellent in a quiet way. Short chapters may seem an odd thing to extol, but this aspect seems key in pacing the story. It also indicates self-discipline on the part of the author, a quality I find sadly lacking in much current fiction! Although the suspense does build and there are many twists, I’m fighting my usual tendency to gallop along! It’s just that good! Now that I’ve finished, I see that I was right!
July 4, 2018
Beverly McLachlin may write excellent legal decisions, but a fiction protégé she is not. Full Disclosure is a bit of a mess of a novel, with too many plotlines, unsurprising "twists", underdeveloped characters, and some painfully trite prose. But hey, this is a Top 40 thriller. That's really no different than 90% of this genre, and I definitely had a fun time reading this novel from Canada's former Supreme Court Justice. If you need a beach read for the summer and you are into legal things, spend an afternoon marvelling at the world that gave us this strange, not-particularly good, but oddly readable book. You can get hours of fun out of debating criminal defence ethics out of it! (Okay, that's my version of fun, but I do find it really intriguing to analyse the really blatant politics about lawyering coming from a former judge)
June 3, 2018
3.5 Stars
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June 24, 2018Crime fiction featuring a female criminal defence lawyer in Vancouver. It’s been modernized and given some grit, but I was getting a fun Nancy Drew/Perry Mason vibe.
August 4, 2018
The author is a recently retired Supreme Court justice. If she was Nancy Nobody, it would no doubt never have been published. The story is lame, the characters wooden, the dialogue stilted. The secondary story is straight out of a how-to-write-Harlequin workshop.
January 14, 2019
Fully Disclosure is a solid first attempt at legal thriller fiction by Canada's former Chief Justice, Beverley McLachlin.
McLachlin's protagonist, Jilly Truitt, is a smart-mouthed, no nonsense criminal defence lawyer who has a track record of zealous advocacy and solid wins. At the start of the novel, she is retained by Vincent Trussardi, a wealthy Vancouver businessman who has been accused of brutally murdering his beautiful socialite wife, Laura. Trussardi insists he is innocent, and Jilly's search for evidence in support of her client's claim leads her to uncover dark truths from his family's past, as well as her own.
Although it starts of slowly, Full Disclosure quickly picks up pace and keeps readers guessing.
McLachlin's protagonist, Jilly Truitt, is a smart-mouthed, no nonsense criminal defence lawyer who has a track record of zealous advocacy and solid wins. At the start of the novel, she is retained by Vincent Trussardi, a wealthy Vancouver businessman who has been accused of brutally murdering his beautiful socialite wife, Laura. Trussardi insists he is innocent, and Jilly's search for evidence in support of her client's claim leads her to uncover dark truths from his family's past, as well as her own.
Although it starts of slowly, Full Disclosure quickly picks up pace and keeps readers guessing.
June 15, 2018
Full Disclosure by Beverley McLachlin
Full Disclosure is a legal thriller written by Beverley McLachlin, the former Chief Justice of Canada. Set in Vancouver, Canada, it is about the murder of Laura St. John Trussardi. A forty year old woman of privilege, her husband, Vincent Trussardi is the primary suspect. Fifteen years Laura’s senior, he refers to his wife as a “do-gooder” because of her charitable work. Laura is found dead in the marital bed; killed by a bullet from Vincent’s gun. Police are unable to locate the weapon. Vincent contacts Jilly Truitt, a thirty-four year old defense attorney and asks her to take his case. The prosecutor is Cy Kenge, Jilly’s former mentor. Vincent attests sailing at the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club during the time Laura killed. The alibi is weak, however, and the lawyers wage a courtroom battle to prove whether him innocent or guilty.
The book has fifty-nine short chapters and is divided into three acts. Act One and Act Two introduce us to the cast of characters, detail background information and clarify conflict. Act Three centers on the trial, verdict and aftermath. The writing is measured; dialogue, crisp; and description, spare yet essential to profile character, convey mood and establish place. The relevance of the title is made clear. Throughout the novel, McLachlin explains the criminal investigation process: role of the defence attorney and crown prosecutor, jury selection, evidence collection and admission, cross-examination techniques, tunnel vision, reasonable doubt, compartmentalizing as the key to a lawyer’s sanity, etc. This adds gravitas to the story.
The author merits credit in the creation of an authentic Jilly Truitt. A person who manifests strengths and flaws, she was an orphan who endured a cycle of dark foster homes. She descended into self-harming behaviour but eventually received “parental” love and evolved into an accomplished lawyer. Nevertheless, Jilly continues to struggle with demons. Her relationships are complicated especially that with Michael St. John and, as such, the reader develops empathy for and emotional closeness with Jilly. At the end of Full Disclosure, we are concerned as to what will happen to Jilly because of the startling truths revealed.
With regards who murdered Laura, McLachlin challenges the reader to weigh possible perpetrators. Was it Trevor Shore, the house architect and ex-lover who vanishes after Laura’s death? Or the troubled youth, Damon Cheskey whom Jilly successfully defends of a drug-related murder charge? She befriends him and we learn he had a questionable relationship with Laura. Or perhaps it was Vincent’s older sister, Raquella. Confined to a wheelchair after a horrific sports-accident, she has affection for Laura and animosity for her brother. Raquella declares to Jilly she believes him the villain but what if this an intended lie or simply an innocent falsehood? Then again, based on Cy Kenge’s compelling prosecution, how can it be anyone other than Vincent Trussardi? The ending is a twist; plausible, shocking and tragic on many levels.
Beverley McLachlin weaves references to Canadian Inuit and Indigenous art and the country’s history throughout the book. The insights provide valuable context and enhance the readers’ understanding of people and place. For example, Jilly’s associate, Alice Leung has Chinese ancestry and Vince Trussardi’s parents emigrated from Italy. She also highlights Vancouver’s diversity by weaving the plot through different sections of the city: Gastown, Hastings, Downtown Eastside, Stanley Park, etc.
Beverley McLachlin excels at penning passages prompting reader contemplation about the justice system. The following excerpts serve as examples.
This is an exchange between Jilly Truitt and Vincent Trussardi from Chapter Five:
“I expect you want to know if I killed my wife.”
“Not unless you want to tell us,” I say. Why do they always think it’s about the truth? “Our job is not to decide whether you’re innocent or guilty-it’s to give you the best defense we can.”
This is an excerpt from Chapter Forty-Seven when Jilly Truitt outlines the theory of the defense to the jury:
“The Crown’s case,” I go on, “rests entirely on what the law calls circumstantial evidence. Great caution is required before convicting on circumstantial evidence, which has been the source of countless wrongful convictions. For this reason, the law places a special obligation on the prosecution in such cases. The prosecution must establish beyond a reasonable doubt that there is no reasonable explanation except that Mr. Trussardi committed this crime. There is no onus on Mr. Trussardi to show that he didn’t commit the crime, nor that someone else committed it. It is for the prosecution to eliminate all other reasonable possibilities….”
Finally, Full Disclosure concludes powerfully and poignantly with Jilly’s comment to Damon in Chapter Fifty-Nine:
“Sometimes, Damon, the law doesn’t matter a damn.”
Congratulations Beverley McLachlin on an excellent first novel.
Full Disclosure is a legal thriller written by Beverley McLachlin, the former Chief Justice of Canada. Set in Vancouver, Canada, it is about the murder of Laura St. John Trussardi. A forty year old woman of privilege, her husband, Vincent Trussardi is the primary suspect. Fifteen years Laura’s senior, he refers to his wife as a “do-gooder” because of her charitable work. Laura is found dead in the marital bed; killed by a bullet from Vincent’s gun. Police are unable to locate the weapon. Vincent contacts Jilly Truitt, a thirty-four year old defense attorney and asks her to take his case. The prosecutor is Cy Kenge, Jilly’s former mentor. Vincent attests sailing at the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club during the time Laura killed. The alibi is weak, however, and the lawyers wage a courtroom battle to prove whether him innocent or guilty.
The book has fifty-nine short chapters and is divided into three acts. Act One and Act Two introduce us to the cast of characters, detail background information and clarify conflict. Act Three centers on the trial, verdict and aftermath. The writing is measured; dialogue, crisp; and description, spare yet essential to profile character, convey mood and establish place. The relevance of the title is made clear. Throughout the novel, McLachlin explains the criminal investigation process: role of the defence attorney and crown prosecutor, jury selection, evidence collection and admission, cross-examination techniques, tunnel vision, reasonable doubt, compartmentalizing as the key to a lawyer’s sanity, etc. This adds gravitas to the story.
The author merits credit in the creation of an authentic Jilly Truitt. A person who manifests strengths and flaws, she was an orphan who endured a cycle of dark foster homes. She descended into self-harming behaviour but eventually received “parental” love and evolved into an accomplished lawyer. Nevertheless, Jilly continues to struggle with demons. Her relationships are complicated especially that with Michael St. John and, as such, the reader develops empathy for and emotional closeness with Jilly. At the end of Full Disclosure, we are concerned as to what will happen to Jilly because of the startling truths revealed.
With regards who murdered Laura, McLachlin challenges the reader to weigh possible perpetrators. Was it Trevor Shore, the house architect and ex-lover who vanishes after Laura’s death? Or the troubled youth, Damon Cheskey whom Jilly successfully defends of a drug-related murder charge? She befriends him and we learn he had a questionable relationship with Laura. Or perhaps it was Vincent’s older sister, Raquella. Confined to a wheelchair after a horrific sports-accident, she has affection for Laura and animosity for her brother. Raquella declares to Jilly she believes him the villain but what if this an intended lie or simply an innocent falsehood? Then again, based on Cy Kenge’s compelling prosecution, how can it be anyone other than Vincent Trussardi? The ending is a twist; plausible, shocking and tragic on many levels.
Beverley McLachlin weaves references to Canadian Inuit and Indigenous art and the country’s history throughout the book. The insights provide valuable context and enhance the readers’ understanding of people and place. For example, Jilly’s associate, Alice Leung has Chinese ancestry and Vince Trussardi’s parents emigrated from Italy. She also highlights Vancouver’s diversity by weaving the plot through different sections of the city: Gastown, Hastings, Downtown Eastside, Stanley Park, etc.
Beverley McLachlin excels at penning passages prompting reader contemplation about the justice system. The following excerpts serve as examples.
This is an exchange between Jilly Truitt and Vincent Trussardi from Chapter Five:
“I expect you want to know if I killed my wife.”
“Not unless you want to tell us,” I say. Why do they always think it’s about the truth? “Our job is not to decide whether you’re innocent or guilty-it’s to give you the best defense we can.”
This is an excerpt from Chapter Forty-Seven when Jilly Truitt outlines the theory of the defense to the jury:
“The Crown’s case,” I go on, “rests entirely on what the law calls circumstantial evidence. Great caution is required before convicting on circumstantial evidence, which has been the source of countless wrongful convictions. For this reason, the law places a special obligation on the prosecution in such cases. The prosecution must establish beyond a reasonable doubt that there is no reasonable explanation except that Mr. Trussardi committed this crime. There is no onus on Mr. Trussardi to show that he didn’t commit the crime, nor that someone else committed it. It is for the prosecution to eliminate all other reasonable possibilities….”
Finally, Full Disclosure concludes powerfully and poignantly with Jilly’s comment to Damon in Chapter Fifty-Nine:
“Sometimes, Damon, the law doesn’t matter a damn.”
Congratulations Beverley McLachlin on an excellent first novel.
November 27, 2025
Pretty engaging, a number of references to Canadian cases. Enjoyed the plot twist at the end. Not sure that I would have found the read quite as intriguing had it been written by someone other than CJC McLachlin? I guess I found it interesting because I assumed (perhaps wrongly) that CJC McLachlin’s views were embedded into the story (e.g., frustrations over the anticipated comments about being “just another woman who couldn’t hack it in law”; Jilly’s take in the very last chapter re what Damian should do, etc.).
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