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Book Synopsis'An emotionally resonant debut... Welcome - and quietly groundbreaking' -
New York Times Book Review Erin McCabe is a New Jersey criminal defense attorney doing her best to live a quiet life in the wake of a profound personal change - until a newsworthy case puts both her career and her safety in jeopardy......
Trade ReviewAn emotionally resonant debut... Welcome - and quietly groundbreaking * The New York Times Book Review *
Legal eagle Robyn Gigl clearly writes from bitter personal experience. The result is an authentic and powerful thriller. -- Mark Sanderson * The Times & Sunday Times Crime Club *
An intelligent and resourceful protagonist with an unusual backstory... Erin's ability to navigate the intricacies of the law is just as fascinating as the subsequent perils she encounters. Gigl, an attorney, offers some enlightening insights into the workings of the legal world. * Publishers Weekly *
Does a remarkably effective job of mixing an exciting legal thriller with the personal story of its protagonist...But the message doesn't overwhelm the medium. Readers will find that
By Way of Sorrow is a compulsively riveting page-turner with a complex heroine, a captivating plot, and no easy answers. It's one of the best thrillers of the year. * Mystery Scene *
This enthralling series debut features a twisty plot full of surprises and a cast of exciting characters-most notably tough, relatable defense-attorney Erin McCabe-all while diving into the mud of corrupt local politics. An original legal thriller that is sure to be among the year's best! -- Edwin Hill, author of The Missing Ones