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Leyla James #1
Who Killed D.L. Phillips?
Her adversary is dead. When someone tries to pin it on her, can a forthright attorney clear her name before they put her in the ground?
Washington, D.C. lawyer, Leyla James, lives by a strong moral compass. Working for clients who need licensing from the Radio Frequency Administration, the self-reliant regulatory lawyer has no tolerance for fraud. So when someone accuses her client of corruption, she’s prepared to fight tooth-and-nail… until the venomous litigant is found murdered.
Already shocked that anyone would commit such a terrible crime inside the Administration, Leyla reels when the bad blood between her and the victim makes her the prime suspect. And with the FBI convinced she’s guilty and the real culprit determined to see her fall, the resourceful counselor fears trying to prove her innocence may turn fatal.
Can she bring the truth to light before someone renders a deadly verdict?
Who Killed D.L. Phillips is the captivating first book in the Leyla James Mysteries series. If you like spunky female sleuths, catching crooks, and plenty of twists and turns, then you’ll love A. Eveline’s page-turning whodunit.
Buy Who Killed D.L. Phillips to deliver justice today!
Washington, D.C. lawyer, Leyla James, lives by a strong moral compass. Working for clients who need licensing from the Radio Frequency Administration, the self-reliant regulatory lawyer has no tolerance for fraud. So when someone accuses her client of corruption, she’s prepared to fight tooth-and-nail… until the venomous litigant is found murdered.
Already shocked that anyone would commit such a terrible crime inside the Administration, Leyla reels when the bad blood between her and the victim makes her the prime suspect. And with the FBI convinced she’s guilty and the real culprit determined to see her fall, the resourceful counselor fears trying to prove her innocence may turn fatal.
Can she bring the truth to light before someone renders a deadly verdict?
Who Killed D.L. Phillips is the captivating first book in the Leyla James Mysteries series. If you like spunky female sleuths, catching crooks, and plenty of twists and turns, then you’ll love A. Eveline’s page-turning whodunit.
Buy Who Killed D.L. Phillips to deliver justice today!
214 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 21, 2021
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About the author
A. Eveline
5 books55 followersA. Eveline, also known as Audrey Rasmussen, is a mystery writer with a knack for dreaming up the most intriguing ways to commit the perfect crime. Her passion for mystery writing is matched only by her impressive legal career, which spanned over three decades, specializing in telecommunications and administrative law.
But before she became a legal powerhouse, A. Eveline's career had an entirely different trajectory in television production. For over a decade, her work included everything from working on local and national productions for two networks to producing campaign productions and contributing to social and historical documentaries. Notably, she was part of the team that produced the first Kennedy Center Honors event in 1978.
Audrey also served in the Executive Office of the President during the Carter Administration, working on telecommunications policy—a role that perfectly combined her legal acumen with her production background.
Now retired from the law but fully immersed in the world of mystery writing, A. Eveline continues to craft captivating stories, fueled by her vast professional experiences.A. Eveline, also known as Audrey Rasmussen, is a mystery writer with a knack for dreaming up the most intriguing ways to commit the perfect crime. Her passion for mystery writing is matched only by her impressive legal career, which spanned over three decades, specializing in telecommunications and administrative law.
But before she became a legal powerhouse, A. Eveline's career had an entirely different trajectory in television production. For over a decade, her work included everything from working on local and national productions for two networks to producing campaign productions and contributing to social and historical documentaries. Notably, she was part of the team that produced the first Kennedy Center Honors event in 1978.
Audrey also served in the Executive Office of the President during the Carter Administration, working on telecommunications policy—a role that perfectly combined her legal acumen with her production background.
Now retired from the law but fully immersed in the world of mystery writing, A. Eveline continues to craft captivating stories, fueled by her vast professional experiences.
But before she became a legal powerhouse, A. Eveline's career had an entirely different trajectory in television production. For over a decade, her work included everything from working on local and national productions for two networks to producing campaign productions and contributing to social and historical documentaries. Notably, she was part of the team that produced the first Kennedy Center Honors event in 1978.
Audrey also served in the Executive Office of the President during the Carter Administration, working on telecommunications policy—a role that perfectly combined her legal acumen with her production background.
Now retired from the law but fully immersed in the world of mystery writing, A. Eveline continues to craft captivating stories, fueled by her vast professional experiences.A. Eveline, also known as Audrey Rasmussen, is a mystery writer with a knack for dreaming up the most intriguing ways to commit the perfect crime. Her passion for mystery writing is matched only by her impressive legal career, which spanned over three decades, specializing in telecommunications and administrative law.
But before she became a legal powerhouse, A. Eveline's career had an entirely different trajectory in television production. For over a decade, her work included everything from working on local and national productions for two networks to producing campaign productions and contributing to social and historical documentaries. Notably, she was part of the team that produced the first Kennedy Center Honors event in 1978.
Audrey also served in the Executive Office of the President during the Carter Administration, working on telecommunications policy—a role that perfectly combined her legal acumen with her production background.
Now retired from the law but fully immersed in the world of mystery writing, A. Eveline continues to craft captivating stories, fueled by her vast professional experiences.
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September 24, 2025
This book has some definite good points - parts of it were captivating - but the pace is uneven. It goes from eye-rolling boring with over-explanations to rivetingly exciting.
I hate endings where the bad guy or woman spills his/her guts. It’s totally unrealistic and there are much more graceful ways to tell the reader the outcome. For example, a final chapter in which the POV reports, “The investigation report revealed . . . “. The entire last scene was so unrealistic, I was again rolling my eyes.
Very poor editing. Lots of typos. Wrong words. “Disinterested” which should have been “uninterested.” “Discrete” that should have been “discreet.” Little Bo Beep instead of Little Bo Peep. Lots of questions with no question mark. Many, many more. The author needed to engage a good proofreader. Too many mistakes like that ruins a book for me.
I hate endings where the bad guy or woman spills his/her guts. It’s totally unrealistic and there are much more graceful ways to tell the reader the outcome. For example, a final chapter in which the POV reports, “The investigation report revealed . . . “. The entire last scene was so unrealistic, I was again rolling my eyes.
Very poor editing. Lots of typos. Wrong words. “Disinterested” which should have been “uninterested.” “Discrete” that should have been “discreet.” Little Bo Beep instead of Little Bo Peep. Lots of questions with no question mark. Many, many more. The author needed to engage a good proofreader. Too many mistakes like that ruins a book for me.
November 12, 2024
A gripping start to the Leyla James Mysteries series. Eveline does an excellent job building and layering suspense, as Leyla, a whip-smart lawyer, navigates a deadly maze of suspects and motives. Eveline’s writing is sharp and the pacing is brisk, making it hard to put down. If you’re a fan of strong female leads, intricate mysteries, and high-stakes legal drama, this book is a must-read. Who Killed D.L. Phillips is an exciting debut that leaves you ordering book 2 immediately.
December 19, 2025
Very interesting read. First time reading a book by author A. Eveline. It will keep you guessing until the end. Highly recommend if you want a great thriller to read.
February 13, 2025
This entire series is great fun. Book 1 and Book 4 are my favorites, but they are all worth reading. If you're looking for a series that will hook you from book to book, the Leyla James series is it.
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