Missing Justice

Missing Justice

by Alafair Burke (Author)

Synopsis

In the second entry in this exciting new series, the search for a missing judge leads Samantha Kincaid into Portland politics and a labyrinth of crime, corruption and cover-ups. Deputy DA Samantha Kincaid is back to work after an attempt on her life and a promotion into the Major Crimes Unit. When the husband of Portland judge Clarissa Easterbrook reports her missing and Samantha is called out on the case, she assumes her only job is to make the district attorney look good until the judge reappears none the worse. When the police discover evidence of foul play, however, Samantha finds herself unearthing secrets that Clarissa had wanted to stay hidden, the lingering personal tolls of a crime that occurred decades ago, and corruption at the highest levels of the city's power structure. Her quest for justice could cost her not only her job, but her life. In the skilfully plotted, highly suspenseful follow-up to her acclaimed debut, JUDGMENT CALLS, Alafair Burke once again demonstrates that 'she's got what it takes' (Michael Connelly).With its irreverent heroine and seamless blend of squad rooms, streets and the courtroom, MISSING JUSTICE confirms Burke's place among the genre's most talented newcomers.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 368
Publisher: Orion
Published: 18 Nov 2004

ISBN 10: 0752857169
ISBN 13: 9780752857169
Book Overview: Rave reviews for JUDGMENT CALLS: 'A terrific debut; very different from her famous father's work, but the storytelling DNA is all there. This is smart, savvy, expert - and highly recommended' Lee Child; 'Burke comes out of the gate with a first novel that proves she's got what it takes and will be sticking around. This is the most telling of legal thrillers' Michael Connelly; 'A bold, brash entry into the world of crime fiction, JUDGMENT CALLS is strong, smart and shocking. Alafair Burke has been on the front lines in the courtroom and on the streets, and brings her world alive in this exciting first novel' Linda Fairstein Alafair Burke has the perfect pedigree - as James Lee Burke's daughter, her name will ensure review coverage The second in a continuing series about Samantha Kincaid

Media Reviews
'Alafair Burke's family give her a lot to live up to ... but she seems to be coping admirably. Missing Justice is the second Samantha Kincaid mystery and I can't wait for the third. Burke has fashioned an intricately plotted thriller with a hugely attractive heroine. This is set to be a bestselling series.' -- Juliet Swann, Ottakar's Edinburgh THE BOOKSELLER 'Alafair Burke learned her suspence writing at the side of a master ... but she has established her own authentic voice and Samantha Kincaid is a feisty and credible heroine.' -- Myles McWeeney IRISH INDEPENDENT 'Judgement Calls placed Alafair Burke a way up on the ladder to top crime writing. Missing Justice takes her further to the top with the name Samantha Kincaid sure to become as familiar to crime readers as Kay Scarpetta and Tempe Brennan.' THE BOOK PLACE
Author Bio
A former deputy district attorney in Portland, Alafair Burke now teaches criminal law at Hofstra School of Law in New York and lives in New York City. She is the daughter of acclaimed crime writer James Lee Burke.