Deadly Proof (Atlanta Justice Book #1)

This is book one of the Atlanta Justice series. I look forward to reading more in this series, if they are as good as this one. This is a fast paced mystery full of legal issues, friendship, romance and more. Kate Sullivan is a good hearted woman just trying to find justice for those who have suffered. When she is placed in the biggest role in her carrier against a huge pharmaceutical company she is determined to find justice for her clients, no matter what. Kate must rely on the handsome PI for more than just background issues. When her life is in jeopardy, will she back out or get stronger. Former Army Ranger, Landon James, is now the handsome PI. When Kate starts to take down so many walls he has built will he rise to the challenge or is his past more than he can overcome. I loved the mystery and suspense in this book. The dialogue is well written and the characters are well developed. I look forward to reading more from this group of people.

So happy I found this Christian Legal author of book #1 of Atlanta Justice. The characters were interesting with real life problems who rely on God in a very real way but also struggle. If you like legal drama, fast paced page turner with a sprinkle of realistic romance with faith in the mix this book is for you. Im moving on to book #2 in this series!

Five stars aren’t enough to show how exciting Rachel Dylan’s new legal thriller is! This is much more exciting than mainstream fiction offers as the protagonist is a Christian with ethics one is hard-pressed to find in today’s business world. The writing style, the breathtaking suspense, and characters whose vivid honesty is refreshing and makes the novel even more appealing. Kate Sullivan is a partner at the prosecutorial law firm she joined after three years of working as a defense attorney. She believes she is doing what she was meant to, defending the rights of those who don’t otherwise have a voice. She has been named as lead counsel for a huge, multi-firm lawsuit against. MPC – Mason Pharmaceutical Corporation with regards to its migraine drug, Celix, considered the cause for cancerous brain tumors that killed thousands while many more are suffering. It is believed that the pharmaceutical company knew about the deadly side effect before it was released. Ethan Black is a defense attorney who went to law school with Kate. He recently acquired MPC’s account for the firm he is a partner at and is their attorney for the case. These two friends are now pitted against each other in a lawsuit that is going to call on everything within them to win. Kate is a Christian, and chooses to be honest and upright in her dealings. Not just because she doesn’t want to get into trouble, but because it is who she is. When Kate meets Ellie Proctor, a senior Research and Development scientist at MPC, the woman is nervous. Very nervous, very paranoid that if she were seen with Kate that the consequences could be dire. She suggests that Kate request copies of testing documents not only for Celix but other drugs by MPC. Two days later, hours before Kate is scheduled to meet her on neutral ground, Ellie is killed in the parking garage of MPC, and the security tapes indicate a probable professional hit. Not a robbery gone bad, but a hit. Thus, Kate prepares for the trial of her life. Kate is the kind of hero I appreciate. She is intelligent, kind, wise, and hard-working. She is a woman of faith, yet one who has a secret from even her closest friends, one that I empathize with. This reader really wants to appreciate Ethan, as well, but can’t quite get there, especially as the trial prep continues. The PI Kate hires for help on the case, Landon James, is in some ways a mystery man. When it comes to business, however, he goes above and beyond searching out leads and people, including bringing in security experts for her protection. The plot could be taken from today’s headlines. It is written with skill, weaving in legal definitions and proceedings that readers may not be familiar with. Twists in the novel altered who looked guilty time and again, and this reader began to feel bad for Eric, as lead defense attorney. I did guess what MPC was trying to accomplish, but didn’t know who the real bad guy/ gal might be – and it was a complete surprise who was – and wasn’t – involved! I highly recommend this novel to those who enjoy suspense and legal thrillers with a Christian worldview, or even those who are seeking a “clean read” with a minimal violence. From a grateful heart: I won a copy of this novel by the author with no obligation to provide a review. This is my honest review.