I had no clue this was a part of a series and 4th! I will say that if you haven’t read the first four you won’t be lost because this can be read as a stand-alone without any confusion! This is a dark and intense thriller that will have you on the edge of your seat.

Thirteen by Steve Cavanagh is a fast paced crime novel about a serial killer that twists and turns its way through the story. The main character Eddie Flynn fights the whole way through the book for justice for the victim of a horrible crime and also for the man framed for the crime.

This was a thrilling book which I could not put down. It was dark and intense and I loved every minute of it.

This book is a must read for all crime fans, especially those who love a good underdog story!

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC and the chance to review this novel.

Thirteen, Steve Canavagh’s fourth installment in the Eddie Flynn series, is an edge of your seat legal thriller. The tale is in the same vein as the classic Grisham courtroom dramas but with a darker, grittier edge and the tense, high octane pace of a thriller. Tautly plotted and filled with clever twists, Thirteen starts out with a tremendous hook and does not cease reeling you in until the last pages.

Eddie Flynn is a sympathetic protagonist with a checkered past and a family life in shambles. A con man turned defense lawyer, he has a surprisingly strong sense of justice. When he is brought in on a high profile murder case that seems impossible to win, Eddie finds himself in a race against the unfolding trial to prove his movie star client’s innocence. A dollar bill with unique markings is found stuffed inside the mouth of one of the murder victims, leading Eddie down a dark path toward discovering a brilliant serial killer. A serial killer who knows the fallacy of the American dream; a serial killer who is a phantom even to the FBI; a serial killer staring back at him from the jury box.

The author provides just enough detail about the inner-workings of the courtroom to feel authentic without resorting to an info dump. Cavanagh is a skilled, talented storyteller who weaves a seamless, intricate plot. His expertise in law is evident on the pages, and his insight into the duplicity in law enforcement and the judicial system is noteworthy. The writing style is engaging and straightforward: crisp with sly humour and heart in Eddie’s perspective, disquieting and eery when inhabiting the peculiar, psychopathic mind of the notorious Joshua Kane. The dual perspective makes for a baited-breath read, and the surprising twists are perfectly orchestrated and immensely satisfying.

This is a brilliant read, dark, swiftly-paced, and expertly told. With a highly original plot, a relatable protagonist, and an antagonist who will have you glancing over your shoulder, Thirteen is a winner.

Highly recommended for fans of Grisham-like legal dramas with a darker, grittier thriller edge

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review

I haven't read a thriller in so long and I was hesitant in picking this one but the synopsis and the cover sold me and I decided to start it and I'm happy I did.
I read it so quickly and it kept me on my phone ,I wanted to know what would happened at all cost,wow what a book .
4 .5/5 stars

The entire book is action packed from start to finish with some clever plot twists and turns all culminating in a pulse pounding conclusion.

When I picked this book up I didn’t realise it was the fourth book in a series however it still made a brilliantly clever standalone novel. I will be going back and reading the other three in the series now though.

A Hollywood star, Robert Solomon is on trial for the murder of his wife and his security office and Eddie Flynn is brought in as part of Bobby’s defence team. But not all as it seems!

With one of the best serial killers I have ever come across in this huge genre of fiction and one of the most memorable protagonists I have come across in a long time, this is a book that you won’t ever forget!

The book description draws you in straight away and from page one it is one of those books that will guarantee to cause you sleep deprivation! I lost a whole nights sleep reading this book and this is the second time I have lost a nights sleep to Steve Cavanagh’s novels!

This is definitely a book I will be recommending to anyone and everyone!

A huge thank you to the author Steve Cavanagh, publishers Flatiron Books and NetGalley for my digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest and independent review.

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Part Michael Connelly, part James Patterson. A heart racing novel of a serial killer and the lawyer who must find him to rescue a client charged with a murder and faced with incontrovertible evidence he is guilty. Fast paced, well constructed, an abundant supply of surprise revelations and an ending you won’t see coming. A really great read!

Joshua Kane is an evil man.

You might even call him an evil genius. That is, if you think committing the perfect murder is genius. Who else would get his kicks by murdering people in order to get his real target convicted of murder?

Eddie Flynn, the ex con-man now criminal defense attorney hired to defend Kane’s victim, uses his guiles and a few talented associates to find clues overlooked by the police. Racing against time as the trial speeds toward closing remarks, the pieces begin to fall into place. But will they get the answers they need in time?

There is a lot to like about this book, not the least of which is the surprise ending that defies the reader’s ability to predict. I have not read the other books in the series, but I plan to do so now.

Thank you, NetGalley, for an advance copy Thirteen for my honest review.

First, this is the third book in a series, however, it stands alone well.
Joshua Kane is a serial killer. Parts of the novel are told from his point of view, and let's just say, it's not a pleasant one. You're sure, right away, that this man isn't your run-of-the-mill killer. He's highly intelligent, and appears to be three or four steps ahead of law enforcement at all times. We are shown, from the beginning, that Kane is the killer of the two victims being discussed in this novel, however, one of the victim's spouse is going on trial for the murders.
Kane has a vested interest in making sure the husband is convicted. He plans an elaborate scheme and finds himself as one of the jurors.
Eddie Flynn is a con-man turned lawyer. He only takes clients that he is sure are innocent. He's approached by a large law firm to aid in the defense of the husband, and grudgingly accepts the position.
From there, it's a whirlwind, roller coaster ride of evidence, jury tampering, and murder.
Thirteen has a very different premise than most murder mysteries out there. This novel was well-written, the story not the typical "whodunnit", and the author does a fantastic job setting the readers up for surprises.
I highly recommend this novel to anyone who is a fan of Lee Childs, or anyone who enjoys a twist.

It’s the murder trial of the century. And Joshua Kane has killed to get the best seat in the house – and to be sure the wrong man goes down for the crime. Because this time, the killer isn’t on trial. He’s on the jury.

But there’s someone on his tail. Former-conman-turned-criminal-defense-attorney 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?

I teetered between 3 and 4 stars for this and decided on 4 stars. It was a fun, wild read and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I did feel the reader has to suspend reality a little too much, it was a good book.

The story is told between 2 prospectives; Eddie Flynn in first person and Joshua Kane in third person. The changes are seamless and don't affect the flow. Overall Eddie Flynn is a character you root for in his defense of Bobby Solomon, but Kane is a somewhat unbelievable character.

I received an advance copy of Thirteen from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

Yikes, what a ride! THIRTEEN grabs the reader by the throat and doesn't let go until the last page. Highly imaginative plot and good characters. As a trial lawyer, I could spot some inaccuracies in the trial and jury selection but it did not detract from the story. This was my first Eddie Flynn book but I now I will seek out the two earlier books and read them as well.

I love a Thriller that keeps me guessing. Unfortunately, those books are almost as rare as unicorns. THIRTEEN is that unicorn.

Reviewers often write: "This book kept me guessing until the very end." I believe that phrase is overused. However, THIRTEEN actually did keep me guessing until the final page. This book is full of twists and turns that readers WILL NOT see coming.

THIRTEEN is Fan-freaking-tastic fiction.

Author Steve Cavanagh has created a work of art with this thriller and because of this book, I forseeable that he will take a well-earned place at the top of many BestSeller lists of 2019.

If you love psychological thrillers, this book is an absolute MUST READ. If you do not buy this book, I believe you will be sorry, especially once it becomes well known and widely available.

THIRTEEN is due to be released on August 13th, 2019 and you need to put that date on your calendar so as not to miss out.

I do not want to write any specifics that might reveal any part of the story because I would hate to ruin it for anyone. Just trust me when I say that it is phenomenal - a truly fantastic tale that once you start, you will not be able to put it down.

I rate THIRTEEN by Steve Cavanagh as 5+ OUT OF 5 STARS ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and I will be watching for anything else he writes from this day forward.

Thanks to Flatiron Books for gifting me a copy of Thirteen via Edelweiss. I have not read the other books in this series and I had no problem following along! Thirteen is a fast paced thriller with two POVs, and it was exactly what I needed!

Eddie Flynn, an ex conman, is a defense lawyer in NYC. His new case has been swept up by the media because his client, Bobby Solman, is a movie star that is charged with killing his wife and head security. 🤭 The evidence they have on Bobby is incredible but Eddie believes him.

The other POV we hear is of Joshua Kane. He is an intelligent serial killer and has managed to get a seat on the jury!

I haven’t read too many courtroom dramas and now I am a fan! I love the back to back arguments between the lawyers! I recommend 4 ⭐️!

Th!rte3n Steve Cavanagh

It says on the cover that “The Seral Killer isn’t on trial, he’s on the jury”, that’s not a spoiler, and its not even half the story.

This is the story of a diligent defence attorney that’s not scared to chase the truth.

When Eddie Flynn is asked to take second seat on the defence table in the biggest murder trail the state has ever seen, which just happens to involve one of Americas up-and-coming movie stars, it’s not because he’s one of those vain celebrity attorney’s. It’s because he’s known to take on the NYPD, and because he can be sacrificed by the defence team if they seem to be losing the case.

Robert Solomon is the star on trial, all the evidence points to him being the only suspect in the murder of his wife, and his head of security, who were found in his bed.

As Eddie starts to dig into the evidence he starts to realise that the case against Robert is strong but there is one piece of evidence which is wrong, in fact it’s very wrong. That one piece of evidence is enough to get Eddie looking at who else might have committed the crime, and what he comes up with is shocking. Could there be a serial killer on the loose that nobody has yet identified.

As the cover of the book says the killer isn’t on trial, he’s on the jury. If you have committed the perfect murder how do you ensure that somebody else takes the blame for it. Does the ultimate frame include influencing the jury from within.

The story follows Eddie, before and after, he has taken on the second seat position. We listen in to his thoughts and watch as he starts to suspect that not everything in this case is as it seems.

The story also follows the serial killer, Joshua Kane. This is an unusual path for a crime book. The criminal is known to the reader from the start. Kane’s story unfolds as the story follows him over the days just before, and during, the trail. The big question is, will he get away with it?

This is one of the best court room-crime thrillers I’ve read for years. From the start the reader is aware of what is happening and can see who the bad guy is. So there’s no who-done-it.

The suspense that is built up in the court room scenes is electric and I had real difficulty putting this book down.

I don’t think I’ve ever come across this concept before, and that’s a rarity these days.

But as strange as the concept may seem the story is very believable, and completely engrossing.

A great read.

Pages: 368

This really isn't my genre, but I actually really enjoyed this!
This is a quick review, as I don't have much experience with the type of story.
The pacing was tense and writing taut with suspension, and I loved the juxtaposition between the investigative lawyer and the serial killer - a cat and mouse that plays out right in front of your eyes.
A chilling afternoon read - highly recommended to fans of the genre, recommended as a fun trial to those who haven't or don't go in for crime novels in general. Very enjoyable.

I enjoyed reading this book. It had a good story to it. I liked the variety of characters in it. It is my first book read by this author. I hope to read more books by this author.

After so much hearing about this book on Facebook groups, I decided to give it a try. I downloaded it and took the kindle with me on the beach. And oh, my God, I couldn’t leave it for two whole days! This book is so addicting. How come I haven’t heard about this author before? Thirteen is fourth in the series! My jaw dropped so many times, I still have some sand in my mouth, hahaha! So, after so many recommendations, here is another one. Let me tell you something about one of the best books I’ve read this year.

Bobby Solomon and his wife had everything. They were living the American dream. Both were celebrities with a reality show on the go. Then Bobby came home one night and found his wife and the bodyguard killed in the bedroom. Everything pointed to Bobby, a jealous husband who had found that his wife was having an affair and killed her and her lover.

The defense want only one man, the lawyer Eddie Flynn. Eddie Flynn is like a bulldog in the courtroom and out of it. One look at Bobby Solomon and he knows that this guy is innocent. But if he is innocent, who is the real killer?

Among the evidence, there is a dollar bill stuffed in the mouth of the bodyguard. Some kind of payback or what? No one takes that evidence seriously. But as the investigation goes, Eddie Flynn finds out that dollar bills are also found is some other cases, some other murders in different countries. But are these victims connected somehow or it is just pure coincidence? Is it possible that there is a serial killer on sight?

Not wanting to reveal more, I’ll just say: “WOW”! This book left me speechless. It has a very unique plot and very grippy story. Even if it was fourth in the series, I had no problems reading it as a standalone. It is very different from the thrillers I’ve read lately, all in a positive way. It really stands out! I’ll highly recommend this book to everyone I can, even the publishers in my country. After this, I’ll be definitely in search of the other books in the series. I love it! Totally recommended!

Oh this was soooo good. Gripping, thrilling and I was completely absorbed in the story. This was a book where you wanted to race to the end but also savour each chapter.

Hollywood power couple Bobby and Ariella are under the spot light as Ariella is found dead in bed, alongside the couples bodyguard, Carl Tozer.

Bobby's DNA is found at the crime scene, he has no alibi and the baseball bat which killed Carl is Bobby's. Open and shut case. The media have practically found Bobby guilty before the trial even began.

But what if Bobby's pleas of innocence are real? What if something more sinister is going on? What if there was a rogue juror?

Step in defence attorney Eddie Flynn, who is smart enough to ask himself these questions and many more...

Really enjoyed this book, the second of Steve Cavanagh's I have read through Netgalley - so thank you for helping me to find a new author! This is my honest opinion..

This was a good one! Read it in two days! Nail biter. Jury duty will never be the same...will def read more from Mr Cavanagh!

WOW is this book gritty and gruesome! Interesting premise (though it does require some willful suspension of disbelief) and decent characters. The back and forth breaks up the narrative a bit, but all in all it’s a quick read.

Thirteen by Steve Cavanagh is a disturbing courtroom thriller that keeps you turning those pages! A serial killer on the jury and an ex-con turned lawyer defending the accused…it just works brilliantly! I love murder / thriller / courtroom novels all thrown into one and this is one of the best I have read!

The plot is brilliant – so many twists and you will NOT see them coming – and the characters were fascinating! The murderer is brilliantly manipulative, and Eddie is intelligent and engaging. The supporting characters also all add immense value to the story.

The intriguing storyline kept me interested all the way through – nothing predictable at all and as the bombshells started dropping leading up to the finale, I kept thinking man, this is so clever!

I have not read any of Steve Cavanagh’s books before and did not know this was the fourth book in the series but no matter, it can be read standalone. However, now that I know, I’ll be reading the first three too and Mr. Cavanagh is firmly on my “favourite authors” list!