Tangled Verdict - Dedrick, Katherine Smith

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Résumé :
Dedrick's sharp-witted and polished protagonist drives the riveting plot, bolstered by the novel's larger-than-life characters and scenes of political sabotage. -BookLife Dedrick does well in methodically handing those pieces over, and while in the back of our minds we can begin to see what is coming, the explosive twist of an ending shatters what we thought we knew. Victory, indeed. Very highly recommended. 5 Stars! -Readers' Favorite? Victoria Rodessa-a well-respected, powerhouse attorney-is now a frontrunner in a high-stakes U.S. Senate race. But just days before the election, scandal erupts. She's accused of jury tampering in a high-profile case from her past-and the fallout could cost her everything. As the media frenzy intensifies and a key witness turns up dead, Victoria enlists a seasoned Washington D.C. lawyer to help navigate the mounting evidence. Blackmail, infidelity, murder, and the unchecked power of a federal judge threaten her campaign, future and freedom. With only hours to spare, Victoria and her team must untangle the seemingly inevitable verdict about to be handed down against her. This fast-paced political conspiracy novella blends courtroom drama with razor-sharp suspense. Perfect for readers who enjoy strong female protagonists, high-level legal corruption, and thrillers about power, justice, and ambition....

Biographie:
Katherine Smith Dedrick is the author of Deviant Agendas and Private Agendas, the first two books of The V-Files, a legal thriller series with strong female protagonists. As an attorney for more than thirty years, Katherine has litigated in US federal and state courts, and served on the management team of a national law firm. She has also consulted with attorneys in different countries, helping them navigate the aftermath of natural disasters for their clients. Katherine holds a law degree with high honors from IIT Chicago Kent and an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. In addition to writing novels and practicing law, she has received the Business Insurance Women to Watch Award, the Women with Vision Award, and the Mercedes Mentor Award for her founding of a not for profit to mentor young women heading into their careers.

Sommaire:
Dedrick's sharp-witted and polished protagonist drives the riveting plot, bolstered by the novel's larger-than-life characters and scenes of political sabotage. -BookLife Dedrick does well in methodically handing those pieces over, and while in the back of our minds we can begin to see what is coming, the explosive twist of an ending shatters what we thought we knew. Victory, indeed. Very highly recommended. 5 Stars! -Readers' Favorite? Victoria Rodessa-a well-respected, powerhouse attorney-is now a frontrunner in a high-stakes U.S. Senate race. But just days before the election, scandal erupts. She's accused of jury tampering in a high-profile case from her past-and the fallout could cost her everything. As the media frenzy intensifies and a key witness turns up dead, Victoria enlists a seasoned Washington D.C. lawyer to help navigate the mounting evidence. Blackmail, infidelity, murder, and the unchecked power of a federal judge threaten her campaign, future and freedom. With only hours to spare, Victoria and her team must untangle the seemingly inevitable verdict about to be handed down against her. This fast-paced political conspiracy novella blends courtroom drama with razor-sharp suspense. Perfect for readers who enjoy strong female protagonists, high-level legal corruption, and thrillers about power, justice, and ambition....