Running with the Dead

Chris Sinclair #5

by Jay Brandon

Sexual politics, corruption in high-school athletics, revenge, and a mysterious stalker combine for an explosive legal thriller by lawyer/author Jay Brandon. Four years ago, San Antonio District Attorney Chris Sinclair faced his first and biggest case as a defense attorney. His friend, teacher Henry Claremont had been accused of rape. Chris won the case, but had to reveal a love affair Henry had with another teacher. Then Henry's body was found, beaten to death.

Fast-forward to the present, when Chris Sinclair receives word that Henry's murder has been solved. The man accused, Hike Grimason, is a high ranking school administrator and high school basketball coach who, Chris discovers, took bribes from parents of his basketball players. During this trial, Chris and his daughter Clarissa are threatened by a man identical to the convicted multiple-murderer Malachi Reese.

As events rush to a furious climax, Chris must succeed in the most high-pressure courtroom performance of his career, if he is to save Clarissa and to feel he’s brought justice to his unfairly accused friend Henry, whose death can be avenged only through Grimason’s conviction.

400 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published October 1, 2005

Reviews

[Greg · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very different. Now I have to go back and check out the beginning of the series and his other books

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don't normally enjoy legal thrillers. However, I like reading books set in San Antonio where I live and I like Jay Brandon's writing.

The anticipation for the outcomes of the two cases was constant. The fear for Clarissa during her drive from Houston was heart-stopping.

My one question is: when do we get a book 6?

[Jerry King · Rating 4 out of 5]

2005

[Robert Scott · Rating 4 out of 5]

+++++Chris Sinclair is the Bexar County DA and some years earlier as a defense attorney had saved Henry Claremont a high school mentor of his from a rape charge. Now because of the Texas Rangers he is prosecuting the assistant principle & former coach for the murder of HC shortly after his acquittal. Courtroom drama, law corruption, romance, threats, all abound. Brandon's novels are top drawer.+++++

[Jenness · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another exciting episode in the life of attorney Chris Sinclair. Even though this is a series, each one can easily be a stand alone read and be very enjoyable. Chris Sinclair has gone from a defense attorney to the office of district attorney. He is now involved in some of the cases he handled as defense attorney but is now on the other side of the table.

[Susan Arena · Rating 3 out of 5]

The plot had potential, but the delivery came up short. Some sections felt awkward, lacking clarity. Also, there were several typos, and inconsistency in referring to character Charlotte Moore/Whiting.

The end was a good cliffhanger, but I won't be running out to pick up the next book.

[Bluestarart Race]

Ack no

[Spd]

Chris Sinclair #5