Post Mortem

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Elliot Rook, QC: Book 2

By Gary Bell

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Summary

Post Mortem by Gary Bell is a gripping crime thriller centred around Eliot Rook, a determined barrister with a mysterious past. Rook finds himself defending a vulnerable young man accused of a high-profile murder, navigating the intricate ties between his current case and his dark history. The story intricately weaves legal drama with tense, thrilling moments, keeping readers on the edge of their seats.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this gripping crime and thriller if you appreciate a fast-paced legal drama filled with unexpected twists. It's perfect for those who love delving into the darker aspects of the legal world and figuring out who can be trusted amid the chaos.

Post Mortem

Description

Can Rook keep his criminal past a secret when facing the most dangerous case of his life?

Thirteen men have died in a London prison. Barrister Elliot Rook QC, who risks losing everything if his secret criminal past is revealed, must defend Charli Meadows, the vulnerable single mother accused of smuggling the deadly tainted drugs inside.

But just as Rook becomes suspicious of those closest to Charli, a note arrives at his flat – threatening violence if the trial is not called off.

While Rook battles to defend Charli and protect himself, his young protégé Zara Barnes is fighting for her livelihood. In a few short weeks, only one tenancy at the legal chambers will be available to the ever-multiplying mass of pupils. Determined to make it hers, Zara takes on her biggest solo case yet.

But will her gamble pay off?

Praise for the Elliot Rook QC series:

[A] thriller I found hard to put down - Observer

Slick and wonderfully paced, I was hooked from the opening pages. One of the best legal thrillers I have read recently, it reminded me of early Grisham’ - AMW Books Blog

A brilliant read - A. N. Wilson, Tablet

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Post Mortem has been praised for its realistic and authentic courtroom scenes, reminiscent of the author's legal background. The character of Rook is described as compelling, adventurous, and clever, with a notable dynamic relationship with Zara that brings warmth to the story. Comparisons to the modern-day Rumpole of the Bailey highlight its contemporary flair and ingenuity in the crime and thriller genre.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781526612410

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 October 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Raven Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 352

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Crime & Thriller Education & Reference Fiction Gary Bell General Fiction

About the Author

Born the son of a coal miner, Gary Bell QC left school without any qualifications and drifted in and out of a number of jobs before being convicted of fraud aged eighteen. He then spent two years penniless and homeless in Europe, before returning to his studies aged twenty-one and, after seven years, became a barrister. He has spent the last thirty years at the Bar, becoming a QC in 2012. He specialises in defending major fraud and murder trials.