In the book 'Thirteen' by Steve Cavanagh, the plot revolves around lawyer Eddie Flynn defending a high-profile Hollywood actor accused of a double murder. The story is filled with tension, misdirection, and twists, as Flynn navigates a complex and twisted case involving a serial killer manipulating the jury. The narrative seamlessly alternates between Flynn's legal maneuvers and the chilling perspective of the cunning and devious killer, creating a riveting courtroom thriller with a unique premise.
Cavanagh's writing style in 'Thirteen' is described as fast-paced, entertaining, and cleverly plotted. The author expertly weaves together courtroom drama, suspenseful twists, and engaging characters, particularly showcasing Flynn's likable nature and the formidable presence of the serial killer. The book offers a perfect blend of light and dark elements, balancing humor with gruesome murders and showcasing the author's ability to keep readers on the edge of their seats with a rollercoaster of revelations and unexpected turns.
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Triggers include graphic depictions of violence and murder given the subject matter surrounding a serial killer and courtroom drama.
From The Publisher:
In Thirteen, the third novel in international bestselling author Steve Cavanagh's Eddie Flynn series, a juror sows reasonable doubt to ensure an innocent man is found guilty.
If you can't beat the system, be the system.
"A knockout."-Booklist (starred review)
It's the murder trial of the century-and Joshua Kane has killed to get the best seat in the house. He has done everything in his power to make sure the wrong man goes down for the crime. Because this time, the killer isn't on trial. He's on the jury.
"A terrific hook…more twists than a tornado… A genuine, read-in-one-sitting page-turner." -The Guardian
But there's someone on his tail. Defense lawyer and former conman Eddie Flynn doesn't believe that his movie-star client killed two people. He suspects that the real killer is closer than they think-but who would guess just how close?
"BOOKS THESE INGENIOUS DON'T COME ALONG VERY OFTEN."-Michael Connelly
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I didn't realize this book was #4 in a series, but it worked just fine as a stand alone. I enjoyed this book about a serial killer evading custody. I would reccomend reading this even if you haven't read anything else in the series.
“Thirteen” is the fourth entry in the Eddie Flynn series by Steve Cavanagh. The novel defies definition as it is a murder mystery, a legal thriller, and a psychological drama all in one. Eddie Flynn is a criminal defense attorney whose client is Robert Solomon, a famous actor accused of murdering his wife and her lover.
The story itself has received high praise from renowned authors such as Ruth Ware, Lee Child, and Michael Connelly. Ruth Ware describes it as “a brilliant, twisty, ingeniously constructed puzzle of a book” while Lee Child calls it “outstanding” with “an intriguing premise, a tense, gripping build-up, and a spectacular climax.”
The premise of the story is certainly intriguing: the serial killer isn’t on trial, he’s on the jury. Joshua Kane has killed to get the best seat in the house and to be sure the wrong man goes down for the crime. But former conman turned criminal-defense attorney Eddie Flynn doesn’t believe his movie-star client killed two people. He suspects the real killer is closer than they think.
Overall, “Thirteen” by Steve Cavanagh is a highly recommended audiobook for fans of murder mysteries, legal thrillers, and psychological dramas. The narration by Adam Sims adds to the overall experience and the story itself is gripping and full of twists and turns. It’s no wonder that it has received such high praise from both critics and readers alike.
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About the Author:
Steve Cavanagh is the international award-winning author of the Eddie Flynn novels. His debut novel, The Defense, was nominated for the Ian Fleming Steel Dagger Award for Thriller of the Year, and The Plea won the Prix Polar Award for Best International Novel. Steve is still a practicing lawyer (someday he'll get the hang of it) and co-host of the chart-topping podcast Two Crime Writers And A Microphone. He has been involved in several high-profile civil rights cases, his Eddie Flynn novels have been published in over twenty countries, he's married with two young children, and in his spare time he is mostly asleep.
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