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Michael Connelly

The Lincoln Lawyer

Michael ConnellyFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005

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Michael Connelly

The Lincoln Lawyer

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

404

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Lincoln Lawyer by Michael Connelly, criminal defense attorney Mick Haller operates primarily out of his Lincoln Town Car in Los Angeles. Haller's routine of defending guilty clients is disrupted when wealthy Louis Roulet, charged with attempted rape, hires him. The case takes a darker turn, leading to revelations of innocence, guilt, and a deadly conspiracy. The story involves topics of sexual violence and murder.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Gritty

Challenging

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.4

262,414 ratings

83%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Michael Connelly's The Lincoln Lawyer expertly blends legal drama with a thrilling plot, drawing readers into Mickey Haller's morally complex world. Praised for its gripping narrative and sharp dialogue, some critics noted occasional pacing issues and underdeveloped characters. Overall, it's a compelling read that keeps suspense high, despite minor flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Lincoln Lawyer?

Ideal for fans of legal thrillers, true crime, and intricate plots, readers of Michael Connelly's The Lincoln Lawyer will appreciate its sharp courtroom drama and morally complex characters. Similar to John Grisham's The Firm and Scott Turow's Presumed Innocent, it captivates with suspense and legal intrigue.

4.4

262,414 ratings

83%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

404

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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