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Published by She Writes Press
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
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About The Book
For fans of the new Matlock reboot, a legal thriller featuring an idealistic young lawyer who believes her bruised and abused client . . . even after discovering that client is keeping secrets that are beyond belief.
Attorney Jessica Fischer is back, and this time she feels good about helping her client. Susan Wolan is the wife of a county commissioner and the victim of domestic violence. Jessica knows the abuse happened—she’s seen the handprints on Susan’s body. But she also suspects her client is holding something back from her. What is it—and can she help save Susan from her powerful and connected abuser without damaging her own career?
As if all this weren’t enough, Jessica is simultaneously forced to deal with her estranged father, who has just come back into her life with secrets of his own. After a fall lands him in the emergency room and Jessica realizes that he and her paralegal, Diane—a person she depends on to keep her sane—might be falling for each other, she wonders if she’ll be able to stop herself from falling too. Apart.
Attorney Jessica Fischer is back, and this time she feels good about helping her client. Susan Wolan is the wife of a county commissioner and the victim of domestic violence. Jessica knows the abuse happened—she’s seen the handprints on Susan’s body. But she also suspects her client is holding something back from her. What is it—and can she help save Susan from her powerful and connected abuser without damaging her own career?
As if all this weren’t enough, Jessica is simultaneously forced to deal with her estranged father, who has just come back into her life with secrets of his own. After a fall lands him in the emergency room and Jessica realizes that he and her paralegal, Diane—a person she depends on to keep her sane—might be falling for each other, she wonders if she’ll be able to stop herself from falling too. Apart.
Product Details
- Publisher: She Writes Press (October 7, 2025)
- Length: 256 pages
- ISBN13: 9781647429850
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Raves and Reviews
“. . . Fast-paced and packed with unforgettable characters, this gripping legal thriller will keep you hooked until its unexpected ending.”—Zelly Ruskin, author of Not Yours to Keep
“With brilliantly witty dialogue and quirky characters you’ll love—or in some cases, love to hate—Lori Duff keeps speculation at a fever pitch until the ingenious final pages. Building on its prequel, this an intelligent read is both fun and socially relevant.”—Jude Berman, author of The Vow, named a 2024 Kirkus Reviews “Best Indie Book of the Year”
“. . . A sharp and compelling legal drama that masterfully intertwines humor, heart, and high stakes. . . . Whether unraveling a legal mystery or exploring matters of the heart, Duff’s insider perspective and keen empathy make this story a standout. A must-read for lovers of sharp, savvy, and thought-provoking fiction.”—Andrea Ezerins, author of Again and Again Back To You
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