An excellent follow up to Her Deadly Game has Keera defending a client without her father in court. She still has his reputation as the Irish Brawler to uphold, while charting her own path. There’s sufficient background to read this as a standalone (but don’t skip the first it was well worth reading). The family law firm is based in Seattle with sisters filling different roles. Keera used to be a prosecutor and is still finding her way as a defense attorney. She’s asked to take on a client she knew from school days. There is bad blood, hard feelings, distrust and animosity. Keera doesn’t trust Jenna, despite her rise to fame and wealth in the medical tech field. Her job is to protect her client, guilt or innocence isn’t the only issue to be addressed. The client is very self-absorbed, lies every time she speaks and Keera struggles to trust her. With the patriarch of the firm nearing retirement, they need the exposure this murder trial could generate in future clientele. The story chronicles Keera’s growth as an individual and in her new role. As the case goes to trial all kinds of bombshells are uncovered. Is Jenna innocent? The evidence against her is quite damning. Keera will need her investigator to dig deep into a tech company locked tighter than a vault. I couldn’t abide the defendant, Jenna was intolerable! Keera had my respect for putting up with the depth of havoc Jenna created. I sped through the plot biting my nails to see what transpired. I loved the courtroom drama and all of the team on Jenna’s case. I’m happy to have discovered the series and highly recommend.
Thanks to Thomas & Mercer (via NetGalley) for providing an Advance Reader Copy of “Beyond Reasonable Doubt” (Keera Duggan #2) by Robert Dugoni, publication 10/22/2024. These are my honest personal thoughts and opinions given voluntarily without compensation.

Those who read bestselling author Robert Dugoni’s first novel in the Keera Duggan series, will want to pick up the second installment, Beyond Reasonable Doubt , where Keera is the attorney for Jenna Bernstein, founder of a disgraced biotech company, who was found not guilty for the murder of the chief scientist of the fallen company, when she was represented by Keera’s dad, Patsy Duggan. Patsy is in rehab, so Keera must represent Jenna in this second trial for the murder of Sirus Kohl, who was the biggest investor in her start-up company where Jenna misrepresented what was going on to get more money from investors. Keera has history from childhood with Jenna, who has always been cruel and narcissistic, and Keera doesn’t trust her, since she is a liar and does things only for her own good.

Dugoni has done an excellent job of developing the characters in this novel. Keera is known to readers who have read the previous novel, but further development has made her a real person; she is likeable and very human. Most of us know someone like Jenna, and Dugoni has presented her so that she is real, and not a bit likeable. Of course readers don’t want Keera to lose her case and good reputation, but most readers believe Jenna is guilty and may get off again for a murder as well as fraud. Dugoni is absolutely brilliant in his characterization of Jenna and the other supporting characters. He is also a brilliant storyteller, and readers will find themselves not being able to put this spellbinding book down.

Dugoni’s writing style is on par with the top bestselling authors, and he is a bestselling writer for a reason. His novels flow, are well organized, and to the point. Whenever he comes out with a new novel, no matter what the series, I read it immediately because I know it will be fabulous; I haven’t been wrong on that so far. This series is excellent, and this novel is one of his best yet. Highly recommended.

Special thanks to NetGalley for supplying a review copy of this book.

Headline: Unputdownable!

Book Review: Beyond Reasonable Doubt, Keera Duggan #2 by Robert Dugoni
Published by Thomas & Mercer, October 22, 2024

★★★★★ (5.0 Stars!)

In Robert Dugoni's latest legal thriller, the Seattle legal firm of Patrick Duggan and Associates — with daughters Ella, Margaret and Keera, gets entangled with the "Fountain of Youth", even as the "Irish Brawler" passes the torch to his youngest.

A biotech company, Ponce de León Restorative Technology (PDRT), seeks to revolutionize medicine by commercializing tissue nanotransfection (TNT), a minimally invasive technique that uses electric sparks to deliver genes or drugs to reprogram tissue functions in the body at the nanoscale to alleviate deadly diseases and to regenerate failing organs.

PDRT boldly touts its main device, "LINK", as the new "Fountain of Youth", which, as it turns out, isn't quite ready to be brought to market, at best; or at worst, simply doesn't work.

Two deaths, that of the chief scientist of PDRT, years prior, and now, the death of PDRT's billionaire primary investor, have PDRT's wunderkind CEO as a prime suspect. The onus to defend Jenna Bernstein, CEO, falls on Keera, with the Irish Brawler now in semi-retirement.

Bernstein is a known factor to Keera. They grew up together and were schoolmates, but their common experiences were far from benevolent and beneficial. Bernstein was cruel, devious and manipulative, and had caused Keera a lot of grief, an acquaintance to be loathed, shunned and avoided.

And yet, now, notwithstanding her extreme trepidation, Keera's career, along with the solvency of the Duggan firm, rests on a successful defense of her childhood nemesis.

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The rise and fall of Dugoni's fictional "PDRT" and its product "LINK" is reminiscent of the rise and fall of high-flying Theranos and its "nanotainer" product. The disgraced multibillion-dollar biotech startup headed by Elizabeth Holmes, currently serving an 11-year sentence at a federal prison, falsely claimed to be able to analyze a patient's blood from a single drop of blood. The massive scandal is comprehensively covered in "Bad Blood" (2018), the non-fiction best selling book written by Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter, John Carreyrou.

Except that, unlike Theranos and nanotainer, nanotransfection (TNT) is real science.

Discovered in 2017, tissue nanotransfection (TNT) treatments are currently undergoing human trials for chronic wounds, brain injuries, nerve injuries, burns, diabetic complications, and a variety of other conditions.

Count on Robert Dugoni, writer, lawyer and investigative journalist to do the research and heavy lifting for his readers, and embed in his novels the most cutting-edge knowledge and technologies, along with the usual fare of high quality courtroom drama, astute legal twists, and unparallel gripping excitement in his books.

Unputdownable!

Review based on an advanced reading copy courtesy of Thomas & Mercer, and NetGalley.

This was my first read by this author, and I’m now officially a fan. What a great courtroom drama! I definitely didn’t have it figured out. Keera is lead counsel for a murder trial after her father Patsy,known as the Irish brawler, has to go to rehab for his alcohol addiction. it seems a really bad time for this, but Keera has been trained well by Patsy and is up to the task. Her client Jenna Bernstein is well known to her since they grew up together, and it seems Jenna wouldn’t know the truth if it was right in front of her. She’s on trial for murder for the second time in her life after Patsy got her off the first time.

The mystery was whether Jenna actually shot and killed her former partner and lover, and if not, who actually did? Jenna is adamant that she’s innocent, but she lies when the truth sounds better.

The author does a masterful job of setting up the case and keeping us in the dark until the last minute. The devious minds of Jenna and the other possible suspects left mine spinning! This is an instance of things working out for Keera, but it’s slightly bittersweet.

I recommend! 4 stars!

I enjoyed book one in the Keera Duggan series, but I loved this one even more because (I think ) it was based on a real-life case that absolutely fascinated me. When a female tech CEO is accused of the murder of her older lover, can Keera put aside her own past dislike for the woman and give her a solid defense.

Keera was at her best in this book, and my full thoughts area linked in my review below!

Many book series I have come across till now inevitably go through the 'not-as-brilliant-as-the-previous-book' curse; very rarely do we get to see a book series where the 2nd book is very much better than the first one. "Beyond Reasonable Doubt " is one of those rare cases.

Though I had enjoyed the first book of the series, I can't say I was really impressed by it. However, I had liked Keera Duggan and wanted to see where her story progresses to. I am happy I chose to do so as "Beyond Reasonable Doubt", the 2nd book in the series, far exceeded my expectations.

Keera Duggan's father's firm is still coming out of the fallout from her father's bout with alcoholism. The firm is still picking up clients with less frequency than it used to and any income is greatly appreciated. Thus, Keera is forced to take her childhood nemesis Jenna Bernstein as a client to save her from another scrape with the law. Jenna had already been saved from a murder charge, a couple of years ago, by Keera's dad.

Jenna's ex-partner has been recently murdered and Jenna becomes the prime suspect owing to her previous relationship with him. Keera's work is cut out for her with the convoluted defence she needs to mount while dealing with a non- cooperative and manipulative client. Does Keera succed in getting her client acquitted? Does she manage to build a name for herself outside of her father's shadow?

I enjoyed this book a lot more than the previous one. The main characters have all been developed significantly and the beginnings of the bond between the siblings was wonderful to read. Keera is coming into her own and the way she leads the case was a treat. The story travels to unexpected places and the truth was bizarre enough to be unpredictable.

This book was a great reading experience and I can't wait to read more of her works

I remember enjoying Keera’s story in the first book and I was excited to get back into it and see what the characters were up to this time around. I found Part One of the story to read a little slower and I struggled to get fully invested until Part Two (which was frustrating because the second part was really only the last 80 or so pages).

I would continue to read the series if more books came out, as I always enjoy Dugoni’s world building of characters.


Thank you to NetGalley for the Advanced Copy.

Another great Dugong read. This fast paced legal thriller kept me turning the [virtual] page. This was just like a chess match, a game enjoyed by attorney Keera Duggan and how she tackles her legal defense in the same fashion. I cannot wait for the next Keira Duggan book.

Thank you, NetGalley, for an advanced copy.

Perry Mason had it easy. His clients were always innocent, and almost always likable. There was no doubt Perry would see justice done in a climactic courtroom showdown. Keera Duggan, the protagonist of Robert Dugoni’s new legal thriller, “Beyond Reasonable Doubt,” doesn’t have that luxury. Her client isn’t very likable and may not be innocent. Further, Keera has a bad history with the client dating back to childhood. The result is an intriguing psychological character study that’s even more entertaining than the later courtroom theatrics.

In “Beyond Reasonable Doubt,” Keera’s client is Jenna Bernstein, the young CEO of a billion-dollar startup company working on a medical device that can inject a person’s own genetic material into their skin, altering the organs and becoming a cure-all for many diseases. The company attracted many smaller investors thanks to Jenna’s enormous charisma and natural marketing ability, and its value on paper skyrocketed. Jenna’s instant success story had only one problem; her miracle invention never worked, and Jenna knew it, but misled investors, anyway. If this story seems familiar, it should. Jenna’s tale is clearly based on the Elizabeth Holmes/Theranos saga. And, like Holmes, Jenna’s empire fell apart. It started when the company’s science officer threatened to blow the whistle on Jenna’s investment fraud. He wound up murdered, and Jenna was tried and acquitted of the murder.

Fast forward five years, and Jenna is in trouble again. This time, it’s Sirus Kohl, the company’s COO, who is the murder victim. He was a savvy, veteran investment executive who was having an affair with the much younger Jenna. His death occurred hours before he was supposed to cut a deal with the Feds and inform on Jenna. Sirus was shot with the same gun as the whistleblower, and Jenna was again arrested. At her first trial, Jenna was successfully defended by Patsy Duggan, Keera’s father. Unfortunately, in the five years since Jenna’s first trial, Patsy fell off the wagon one time too many, and Keera has now inherited her father’s practice.

Although “Beyond Reasonable Doubt” is a courtroom thriller, the trial doesn’t begin until just past the book’s halfway point. However, the book’s first half is more interesting than the actual trial. Jenna isn’t just a well-to-do client whose case can boost Keera’s career. Instead, the two women have known each other since childhood, and the relationship hasn’t been happy. Keera knows Jenna’s personality: sadistic, manipulative, and possibly sociopathic. The book’s first half contains several lengthy anecdotes from the two women’s personal histories with each other. The material is disturbing but compelling, the same way the best true-crime shows are. When Keera takes the case, she still doesn’t know whether Jenna is guilty. Keera also figures out quite early in the book that Jenna manipulated Patsy during the first murder trial to put on a defense that allowed Jenna to manipulate the jury.

Keera’s relationship with her father also plays a significant part in “Beyond Reasonable Doubt.” His newfound sobriety is sorely tested when Keera agrees to defend Jenna at the second trial. I thought the author’s portrayal of Patsy as an alcoholic was quite realistic. The impact his situation has on his family, especially Keera, is one of the stronger parts of the book. Patsy is portrayed as decent but flawed, with a loving but, at times, exasperated family.

As Keera investigates Sirus’s murder, the police continue their investigation as well. Much of the book’s first half is told in alternating chapters, switching from Keera’s point of view to Frank Rossi, the Seattle police detective in charge of the investigation. Readers who enjoy police procedurals like most “Law and Order” episodes will enjoy seeing how the cops continue to gather evidence to strengthen their investigation. I haven’t read the first book in the Keera Duggan series, in which Frank also appears, but the author hints at a possible romantic relationship between the two that will probably be explored further in later series entries.

The author’s coverage of Jenna’s trial is decent, but not quite at the level of what you find in the best courtroom thrillers. He discusses legal concepts like the titular “reasonable doubt” in slightly simplistic terms, and the book has less trial minutiae than in other similar books. I enjoyed the author’s discussion of Keera’s decision-making process regarding cross-examining the state’s various technical witnesses. One of the most challenging decisions real-life attorneys must make is what points to try to establish in cross-examination and what topics to let alone.

As the trial progresses, readers will wonder whether Jenna is guilty (of both murders) and, if not, who killed Sirus and the earlier victim. The author provides satisfactory answers to both questions. Unfortunately, the explanation goes on much longer than it should. The book could have been condensed by several of its final chapters and would have been stronger. I wasn’t disappointed in the book’s ending but in how the author decided to end it.

Despite a few flaws, “Beyond Reasonable Doubt” is a solid courtroom thriller. The coverage of the trial and its aftermath are decent, but the author excels at the pre-trial setup. Jenna Bernstein is one of the most fascinating fictional defendants I’ve encountered in a legal thriller. Keera butts heads with Jenna more than with the prosecuting attorney in the case. The result is a trial in which readers aren’t sure whether the defendant is guilty, but they are convinced she’s a very unlikable person. “Beyond Reasonable Doubt” is an excellent character study and an enjoyable courtroom thriller. Of that, I have no doubt.

NOTE: The publisher graciously provided me with a copy of this book through NetGalley. However, the decision to review the book and the contents of this review are entirely my own.

I did not realize this was book 2 in the series when I started it, but I had no trouble following the story.

This is a great legal thriller that shows the case from both the attorney and the police perspective. It encompasses an unlikable defendant, a history between the defendant and defense attorney and a moral dilemma. The characters are complex and flawed. The story is gripping. I loved the courtroom scenes. It was fascinating to watch Keera's trial strategy change as the case progressed and the facts became clearer.

While it is heavily character driven there was an underlying mystery centered around if Jenna, the defendant, was guilty of this and a previous murder.

I can't believe this is my first read of the author's. I should have believed all the buzz from his previous books.

Saskia Maarleveld narrates the audiobook and great to listen to. She handled the large cast of characters and let the story flow.

If you are a fan of legal thrillers, you need to add this one to your TBR.

Beyond Reasonable Doubt is book 2 in the Keera Duggan series. I love a good murder mystery where you find out what happened as the lawyer does. This book grabs you at the start and gives you just enough information to keep you engaged. The characters in this series are fantastic. I love Keera Duggan and her family. Keera is supposed to be on vacation, but her sister keeps calling her. It's getting really annoying as Keera never takes vacation time. Her sister is the secretary at the family law firm and knows that Keera doesn't want to work right now. When Keera finally picks up to tell her sister off, she finds out that her father has requested to see her. Keera decides to go in, but stay in her sweats with no make-up. She has just finished a run and is sweaty.

As Keera enters the offices she's told what room her father is in. She heads that way and slows when she hears voices. She wasn't told about anyone else being here and she looks awful. Keera goes in to find her father talking to a new client. Jenna is there, a childhood "friend", along with her father. They're trying to explain to Paddy, Keera's father why they need representation. They think Jenna is going to be arrested for the murder of her boss. Jenna lived with him for awhile and worked with him as he was the biggest investor in her biomedical tech company. Paddy had represented Jenna in another murder trial a few years back. Trouble always follows that girl Keera's mother always says.

Keera is not fond of Jenna as she knows what a manipulative liar she is. They've known each other since they were 10 and Keera has lots of bad memories of their time together! Jenna wants Paddy to be her lawyer again, but he's older and not up to it. Keera would be Jenna's lawyer, but she doesn't know that yet This case is going to be difficult as the gun used in the murder is the same as one owned by Jenna, Jenna had motive, and she's been accused of killing someone before. Will Keera take the case? Will Jenna be okay with Keera defending her when she wants Paddy to do it? When Paddy has a health issue and has to go away, Keera will be left to figure out the best way to defend Jenna. Will Jenna listen to Keera? The last third of the book is amazing and you'll fly through it. I couldn't wait to find out what really happened and if Keera was able to get Jenna off! I rate Beyond Reasonable Doubt 4 stars with a high recommendation. I'd like to thank NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer for an advanced copy of Beyond Reasonable Doubt in exchange for a fair review. #BeyondReasonableDoubt

This is another great series book by Robert Dugoni. I have read a couple of his series and have just started this one. I love the characters and their development. The legal scenes are accurate and make for a very readable story. Keira is now my favorite character by this author. I can’t wait for his next installment. Keep writing Mr. Dugoni. I can’t wait to read more.

The second installment in the Keera Duggan series is a compelling, sharply-written legal thriller clearly drawing inspiration from the Elizabeth Holmes and Theranos saga. This time, Keera finds herself unexpectedly charged with representing her childhood nemesis, Jenna Bernstein.

Years ago, Jenna was acquitted by Keera’s father, Patsy, for the murder of her company’s chief scientist, who had been on the brink of jeopardizing her career and company. Now, she stands accused again—this time of killing her lover and COO, Sirus Kohl (a character unmistakably reminiscent of Sunny Balwani), following his agreement to testify against her.

The plot is enriched by Keera’s reflections on her turbulent history with Jenna, whose manipulative and sociopathic tendencies make her both fascinating and unpredictable. Keera’s growing frustration with Jenna’s elusive honesty adds a tense layer to the narrative: is Jenna a calculating psychopath, or is there more to her actions? The mystery surrounding why Jenna was near the victim's neighborhood on the night of the murder creates intrigue, compelling readers to question her motivations.

The court interactions, Keera’s razor-sharp legal strategy, and the fierce rivalry between her and Jenna make the story super enjoyable. Despite the crime's somewhat predictable resolution, the conclusion is as satisfying as one expects from Dugoni’s work.

This had good moments but had far more moments where I felt the story was being dragged out for length when they could just SAY what they're getting at. The beginning was intriguing, the end saved it for me. The middle was a long, drawn out process of figuring out if this woman murdered one, possibly two people. I enjoyed the first Keera Duggan book much better. Would read a third but Tracy Crosswhite is this author's bread and butter. Everything else is just stuff I read waiting for the next book in that series.

Fast-moving legal drama

This is the second book in this series, and I am enjoying Keera's character. She has had to step in when her famous father Patsy struggles with his alcoholism. She's not the brawler that he is known to be, she has created her own courtroom persona and uses it to her advantage in this book.

I did not like Jenna, the defendant in this case, but I don't feel like the reader is supposed to. She and Keera have had difficulties since childhood, mostly stemming from Jenna's personality. When Keera has to step in and defend Jenna, she learns life lessons about herself as well. Looking forward to the next book to continue her development.

Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this book, but my opinions are my own.

Stogy. Stultifying. Boring. I barely started this book before I knew I couldn't possibly finish it. Plastic characters and oh so slow.

Last year, I read the author's "Her Deadly Game," which featured attorney and grown-up chess prodigy Keera Duggan. At the time, I hoped she was destined for a series but wasn't sure - and by golly, here she is again. This second installment is better than the first.

Living in the shadow of her hot-shot attorney father, Patsy, Keera has a place in his Seattle law firm along with a couple of sisters. Three year ago, her father successfully defended health-care entrepreneur Jenna Bernstein when she was charged with the murder of a potential whistle-blower. Now, Jenna's former company partner and lover has been murdered as well, and the evidence points to Jenna as the killer (if you haven't already guessed, the resemblance to a similar real-life incident that topped the national news in the United States is inescapable). Because of the earlier success, Jenna and her parents again turn to Patsy's firm to defend her.

Patsy, though, is fighting his own battles with the bottle and not actively participating in the firm's business. That leaves the defense job to Keera, but there's a hitch: Keera is well acquainted with Jenna from childhood, and let's just say Jenna is far, far from an upstanding, honest and trustworthy individual (the term sociopath is a more appropriate description). If Keera takes the case, she knows she cannot trust anything that Jenna says or does.

The story follows the investigation and trial as well as plenty of backstories about Keera, Jenna and Patsy - those who love courtroom action (like me) should be happy. It's a treat to read from start to finish, and I heartily thank the publisher, via NetGalley, for allowing me to read and review a pre-release copy.

Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this eARC.

Robert Dugoni’s Beyond Reasonable Doubt is a riveting legal thriller that masterfully intertwines courtroom drama with psychological intrigue. This latest installment in the Keera Duggan series showcases Dugoni’s ability to craft a narrative that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally gripping.

The novel follows defense attorney Keera Duggan as she takes on a high-profile murder case that challenges her legal acumen and personal resolve. The plot is meticulously constructed, with each twist and turn adding layers of complexity to the case. Dugoni’s pacing is impeccable, maintaining a steady build-up of tension that keeps readers hooked until the very end.

Keera Duggan is a formidable protagonist, portrayed with depth and nuance. Her determination to uncover the truth, despite the personal and professional risks, makes her a compelling character. The supporting cast, including her enigmatic client and the relentless prosecutor, are equally well-developed, adding richness to the narrative. Dugoni excels at creating characters that are relatable and memorable.

The courtroom scenes are vividly depicted, immersing readers in the high-stakes world of legal battles. Dugoni’s background as a lawyer shines through in his detailed and realistic portrayal of legal procedures and strategies. The atmosphere is tense and charged, reflecting the gravity of the case and the stakes involved.

Beyond Reasonable Doubt delves into themes of justice, truth, and the moral complexities of the legal system. Dugoni explores the fine line between guilt and innocence, and the lengths to which individuals will go to protect their secrets. The novel also touches on the personal sacrifices made by those in the legal profession, adding an emotional depth to the story.

Dugoni’s writing is sharp and engaging, with a keen eye for detail. His experience in the legal field enriches the narrative, making the courtroom scenes both informative and thrilling. The dialogue is crisp and realistic, further enhancing the authenticity of the characters and their interactions.

Beyond Reasonable Doubt is a standout addition to the legal thriller genre. Dugoni’s ability to blend intricate legal drama with psychological depth makes for a compelling read. It’s a novel that will appeal to fans of courtroom thrillers and those who enjoy a well-crafted mystery. Whether you’re a long-time follower of the Keera Duggan series or new to Dugoni’s work, this book is sure to leave a lasting impression.

Another riveting legal thriller from Robert Dugoni!
Five years ago, Keera's father, Patsy, represented the CEO of a biotech startup, Jenna Bernstein, on murder charges. Jenna was found not guilty "beyond reasonable doubt" but Keera has always had her own doubts, based on her knowledge of Jenna's character from growing up together. Now Jenna is on the U.S. Attorney's radar for misrepresenting company finances to potential investors, and her former investor/partner/lover is found murdered the morning he is supposed to meet with the U.S. Attorney to cut a deal -one that involves throwing Jenna to the wolves. Jenna quickly becomes the prime suspect, and with Patsy out of commission, it is up to Keera to represent her childhood nemesis. Keera is the star of this book, and while her intellect and chess-master cunning make her a formidable lead character, Dugoni does an excellent job of portraying her humanity and emotional side as well. The case is complex and the supporting characters are three dimensional. I really liked that Dugoni's description of the science was realistic, albeit still futuristic. You don't have to have read book #1 to enjoy this one, although I highly recommend starting at the beginning since book 1 is equally great, and you'll get all the backstory!

Beyond Reasonable Doubt is the second book in the Keera Duggan series about a young chess prodigy turned criminal prosecutor turned defence attorney. I really enjoyed the first one, Her Deadly Game, and his awesome Tracy Crosswhite series, so was looking forward to this, but the glacially slow pace and absence of likeable characters, twists or original ideas meant it’s taken me nearly two weeks to finish - very disappointing.

Keera is looking forward to a staycation to recover from a difficult case, when she is summoned to the office to meet a new client by her bossy sister Maggie. She is alarmed to discover that the woman accused of a high profile murder is her childhood frenemy Jenna Bernstein, once a successful businesswoman, who already got away with murder once thanks to Keera’s father Patsy’s wily defence tactics. Now it seems Jenna has killed another colleague and wants the family firm to get her off again.
Can Keera put aside her old bitterness and rivalry to do the best for her client, even when she knows Jenna is a sociopath?

I usually like legal thrillers, but unfortunately this one really isn’t a thriller - it’s more of a legal & police procedural where Keera and her friend and potential love interest Frank Rossi each investigate the murder, sometimes together and sometimes separately, each wanting the truth despite being on opposite sides. There are an awful lot of not very interesting interviews as they learn about Jenna’s toxic and controlling business practices and her relationship with the latest victim. I didn’t even like Keera much - she’s bitchy and passive-aggressive towards her family, manipulative in her legal practice, and her reasons for taking the case make no sense. I would probably give her another chance on the strength of the first book, but was relieved to finally finish this one.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC. Beyond Reasonable Doubt was published on October 22nd.