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Mar 09, 2023idthorne rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
This book is yet another of Connelly's great lawyer-courtroom novel starring Mickey Haller and his host of assistants, ex-wives, DAs and wise criminals. The best novels, in my opinion are those that combine Haller and Bosch,…
Feb 06, 2023quest598 rated this title 2.5 out of 5 stars
Not Mickey at his best. Took to long to get to the end.
Jul 01, 2022ThomE51 rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
Michael Connelly's Lincoln Lawyer novels are okay. I've read four of them, including this one, and they all were fine. However, they suffer from repetition and a lack of creativity. The Fifth Witness is no exception. The plot…
Jan 28, 2022Tdruid rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
This was really an excellently crafted story that once again proves criminal defense attorneys can’t afford to have ethics. Lots of unsavory characters to deal with and fierce courtroom battles make it intense reading. The only…
Feb 24, 2021JAN71866 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
I tried reading this once and couldn't get through it. I'm so glad I gave it another chance. what a great story.
Jul 26, 2019
Unfortunately couldn’t read this book, smells musty and I have allergies.
Jan 23, 2019cambridgedon rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Although I much prefer the Harry Bosch novels, this is my favourite Mickey Haller novel to date and the first one I've given five stars. Connelly delivers a much finer first-person narrative than usual and provides a meandering menagerie…
Nov 25, 2018AnnSkye rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
Another good Lincoln Lawyer read.
Feb 21, 2015
I am just becoming acquainted with Mike Connelly's books. This one had an interesting ending, one I would not have figured on-not your typical "justice prevails." I think I like the Harry Bosch character better so far. I have read 5…
Feb 05, 2014QED rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Great book, well written and enjoyed the ending. Looking forward to my next Connelly adventure. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed unless you do not like court room drama.
Jan 06, 2014sinclair29 rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
My first of Connelly's books. A good book, with lots of twists and turns, but was getting impatient to finish.... Found it was dragging on.... So I'm not that impressed so far. He won't be one of my favourite writers based on this first…
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Oct 28, 2013sewnthreads rated this title 2.5 out of 5 stars
disappointing - easy to figure out
Sep 10, 2013pipersage rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Loved this legal thriller. The court sequences were terrific - with all the suspense of the original Grisham novels. The ending was a bit wobbly, but, in total, the novel was highly satisfying!
Mar 06, 2013JUDYHAZEL64 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Well written, fast-paced book that was an enjoyable read. Couldn't put it down! Also provided some insight into the USA foreclosure crisis. Recommended!
Feb 06, 2013
I really liked the background information on foreclosure but was pretty disappointed with the ending. I also found that Mickey Haller was acting and talking like Matthew McConaughey throughout the entire book. Alittle too Hollywood for me.
Aug 24, 2012Omani1 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
An entertaining clean read. As good as Grisham.
Jun 28, 2012waynerowley rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
great book
Jun 28, 2012HopeButterfly rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Good book. Good story once again Michael Connelly.
Jun 21, 2012charlie2911 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Micky Hallers whole world is on edge - but the 'Lincoln lawyer' prevails again ! - good story.
Mar 27, 2012WMP rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
Good book. Interesting entered
Mar 27, 2012writer13 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I loved the foreclosure fraud angle in this book - very timely and relevant. Connelly is supurb at writing both courtroom scenes and the back channel dealings that lead up to trial. An excellent addition to the Mickey Haller series.
Mar 18, 2012
A good read with good courtroom entertainment. I am not a proponet of a good read that has a bit too high a fog index such as pages wasted on the interplay with with the former wives. Doesn't add to a good courtroom story.
Sep 28, 2011jimg2000 rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
4 star for easy fast turner but 1 star for poor finish...hard to buy the defending Lawyers' sudden realization of the final moments of the murder, and regardless, how a petite person accomplished the flawless "kill".
BookLoverJHB
Sep 12, 2011
Good, but not great.
Aug 09, 2011
I didn't enjoy this as much as any of his others. It was interesting to learn about the mortgage foreclosures but a lot of the book felt just like that - a lesson in learning about them, rather than a racy thriller.