The motive

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John T. Lescroart: The motive (2006, Signet)

436 pages

English language

Published June 13, 2006 by Signet.

ISBN:
978-0-451-21572-7
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OCLC Number:
63533974

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5 stars (2 reviews)

In the wake of the high-profile double murders of a politically-connected socialite and his glamorous fiancée, Abe Glitsky is placed at the head of the controversial investigation.

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5 stars

This is another series that I have ignored for too long, particularly knowing, as I did, how much I like and get fulfillment from the books!
This particular book is divided into three parts. The first part, as I recall it, is more of an introduction to the characters and situation than anything else. The second part is a trial, and the third part sort of ties up loose ends and gives motivation and the reason for the whole situation. It was done well, but original alliances and character likes and dislikes are muddied, and in the end, the reader's not sure whether or not to agree with the actions and outcomes around the main character of the third part!
Not wanting to spoil the book or the plot with this review, I really can't be more specific, but Lescroart weaves a complex and satisfying plot with several characters whose …

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Subjects

  • Dismas Hardy (Fictitious character)
  • Trials (Murder)
  • Socialites
  • Abe Glitsky (Fictitious character)
  • Attorney and client
  • Crimes against
  • Fiction

Places

  • San Francisco (Calif.)