I screeched when I received this book to read and review. I love Steve Cavanagh and I love the Eddie Flynn series.

I read Kill For Me, Kill For You earlier this year and it was another banger. Steve is an auto buy author for me.

Witness 8 felt a little bit slower in the beginning than usual, but I was still invested in Eddie and his team and the tension definitely picked up. I was STRESSING through some parts of the book.. Eddie’s team is a perfect family dynamic and your feel that.

Already waiting for the next installment or next Cavanagh book!

My first Steve Cavanagh book and it did not disappoint. If you enjoy legal thrillers this book is for you! Enjoyed so much I am starting back at book 1 with defense attorney Eddie Flynn.

Thank you Net Galley for the ARC.

Ruby Johnson once called Manhattan's West 74th Street home, living there with her parents in a prestigious neighborhood. However, their lives took a downturn when her father's gambling addiction stripped them of everything, including their house. After he vanished, Ruby and her mother were left to pick up the pieces.

Now, Ruby finds herself working as a maid for some of the affluent families in the area, feeling the sting of not belonging. She knows their deepest secrets, and when she witnesses a murder in one of the mansions, she seizes the chance to make some money and improve their lives.

Having a connection to both the victim and the murderer, Ruby anonymously tips off the police, falsely naming the killer. As the story unfolds, we learn that her reasons for this deception are far from simple.

Eddie Flynn, a conman-turned-lawyer, is assigned to defend the innocent man Ruby implicated. But Ruby is cunning and determined; she plans to manipulate the situation to ensure his conviction and secure her future.

Eddie is anything but a conventional lawyer—reckless and willing to play dirty, he’s a formidable ally to have. The plot is filled with unexpected twists, featuring a chilling character known as Mr. Christmas, a name that contrasts sharply with his true nature. This gripping tale comes highly recommended!

I have read a few Steve Cavanagh books previously and loved them so I was excited to be chosen to read Witness 8. This book was just not my favorite.

Ruby Johnson used to live on Manhattan's uber rich West 74th street with her parents; however, her family lost everything due to her father's gambling. She now works as a Nanny/Housekeeper for her former neighbors on the street and she does not like being treated as the help. One night, Ruby witnesses a murder and sees an opportunity to change her life. Eddy Flynn, attorney and former con man is desperate to solve the murder and save his client who he believes is innocent.

Witness 8 starts off with an interesting premise but the book is told from multiple perspectives (I believe I counted nine different perspectives). After the premise is set up, the story really drags on through the middle and there are some side plots that really aren't interesting. It took me a couple of weeks to get through the book. Ultimately, I did like the ending but I was lucky to have made it to the end at all. This is a series but I read as a stand alone novel. I may have liked this story better with the context of the recurring characters from prior books. If you are a fan of the series, this is a must read. If not, I would recommend skipping Witness 8.

Witness 8 will be available to read on March 25, 2025. Thank you to NetGalley and Atria books for the advanced copy!

4.5 Stars - Eddie Flynn is BA CK, oh how I enjoyed the legal thriller ride! Cavanagh had me from the very beginning - start with a murder, neighborhood and family secrets, then into the courtroom. The tension was high, the mystery was a roller coaster of a ride, full of hit men, con-men, car chases, and surprise witnesses. I adore the chosen family of Eddie Flynn and the love and loyalty they have towards one another. Cavanagh treats his female characters with great respect, and in Eddie Flynn, has a male lead who does what is right for the sake of what is right. I’ve read every Eddie Flynn book and this is one of his best.

First book I’ve read by Steve Cavanagh, thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the ARC copy. I couldn’t believe the twists and turns. I couldn’t stand ruby.

I was very excited to read this after absolutely loving kill for me, kill for you and it did not disappoint! A great legal thriller, with suspense & twists.

Fast paced thriller featuring con man turned defense attorney Eddie Flynn. He's called to defend a surgeon who is accused of murdering his neighbor. Engossing story that I thoroughly enjoyed

Oh my goodness! This was such a good murder mystery. Ruby Johnson is the star and she is witness 8. She was a nanny and a cleaner for several families on 74th Street, a very affluent street where she and her mother and father
once lived. She was a nanny for Tomas who was the son of John and Alison.

Margaret had been murdered by Brett and Ruby witnessed the murder. She saw him dispose of the gun in a garbage bag and she retrieved it. She snuck the gun into John and Alison's house and called in an anonymous tip. She was somehow able to get John's DNA on it.

Eddie was a con man-turned attorney. He'd had a case where dirty cop, Detective Gray, had laid bogus charges against his client. Eddie humiliated him in court and won his case. As a result, Detective Gray put a hit on Eddie. In the meantime, John hired Eddie to be his defense attorney. The prosecutor had tons of evidence against John and it looked like an open and shut case. All the while, an assassin going by the name of Mr. Christmas was determined to kill Eddie. In the meantime, a hit was put on Ruby because she had blackmailed two men, Brett and Dale, for a quarter of a million dollars each. She had told each man that she knew he had killed. Margaret. It was one of them that put the hit on her. Mr. Christmas had taken on this hit too.

So the story was about Eddie avoiding being killed and him defending John. At one point, someone attempted to kill Eddie and they ended up shooting his mentor and best friend, Harry. He was in critical condition.

The author, Steven Cavanagh, did a stellar job weaving this mystery into one that I will not soon forget. The characters were so believable they nearly came off the page. The book satisfied my appetite for an intriguing whodunit and I gave it five stars. I would have given it more if it was possible. I would very much like to read more books by Mr. Cavanagh.

And he does it again!!! This is a mixture between crime fiction and a thriller with some mystery mixed between. What I love most about Cavanahgh’s books is that they read like a movie script and the characters are always perfectly fleshed out. This one was no exception.

In this book you will meet Ruby, who is a nanny (former housekeeper) for the Jackson family (Tomas, Alison and John), Athena, who is the current housekeeper for the Jackson family. A murder takes place across the street from their house. What/who does Ruby see? What will she do to protect her mom, who needs better health care? Find out reading this book!

Witness 8 - Steve Cavanagh
Pub Date - 3/25/25
Pages - 416
Rating - 3.5/5

Summary - Ruby, a former resident of the street she now works on as a maid, witnesses a murder happen as she finishes up one night babysitting for a couple. Instead of calling the police to report what she saw, she sets a plan in motion to expose the dirty secrets hiding behind all the homes on the street, while getting herself out of financial turmoil.

Thoughts - Thank you to Netgalley and Atria books for this advanced reader copy in exchange for my honest opinion. This author came on my radar earlier this year when Kill for Me, Kill for You released. That book was an EASY five star for me, so I knew I had to request this one! I really liked the premise and how action packed the story was. It definitely kept me reading and wanting to know more.

I will say, I wish there weren't so many POVs - it gets a little difficult after a while to remember and follow. Also, I felt like the actual "killer" wasn't a surprise at all -- maybe that was the intent? There was a twist in there that I didn't expect that was very well done.

Overall, really great story, and great writing! Loved reading this one and I will definitely be going back to the other 7 books in the series!

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"I just finished reading this book, and wow, I’m so glad I took the chance, even without having read all the previous books in the series! I received it on NetGalley, and while I wasn’t completely caught up on the backstory, I found it easy to dive right in. The author’s writing style immediately drew me in—it’s captivating, sharp, and full of surprises.

What I loved most were the twists and secrets layered throughout the story. Every time I thought I’d figured something out, another twist would catch me off guard. And the blend of thriller elements with legal drama added such a unique depth to the plot. It’s that perfect balance where the suspense builds up without ever feeling predictable or overdone.

Overall, this book had everything I want in a thriller: gripping storytelling, well-drawn characters, and those jaw-dropping moments that make you gasp. I’m now completely hooked on this series and can’t wait to go back and catch up on the earlier books!"

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"Diving into this book was such a thrill! Even though I hadn’t read all the previous books in the series, I felt right at home with the story and its characters. The author’s writing pulled me in from the very first page, combining a perfect mix of suspense, secrets, and clever twists that kept me guessing.

One of the standout elements was how well the thriller aspect blended with the legal drama. It added a layer of intrigue that kept me hooked, making the story feel fresh and unique. Just when I thought I had a grip on the plot, another twist would come along, leaving me shocked and eagerly turning the pages to see what happened next.

This book had everything I could want in a thriller: sharp storytelling, memorable characters, and tension that doesn’t let up. I’m excited to read more from this series and uncover even more of its secrets!"

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"This book was such a thrilling experience! Even though I hadn’t read all the previous books in the series, I found myself fully absorbed in the story and quickly connected with the characters. The author’s writing style is compelling, weaving secrets and twists into a plot that kept me guessing at every turn.

One of my favorite aspects was the blend of suspense with legal drama, which added a layer of depth and intrigue. Just as I thought I’d figured things out, another twist would come along, catching me off guard in the best way possible.

This is everything I look for in a great thriller: a gripping story, well-developed characters, and nonstop tension. I’m now eager to explore the rest of the series and uncover more of its secrets!

There is a LOT going on in this book!. First off, I hadn't read the previous 7 books, so this nay just be the way he writes. There are many POV and many many characters to keep straight. The crime though. ..Clever.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC.

3.75⭐️ I was provided an ARC of this novel in exchange for my honest review.

The multiple POVs made it hard to keep track at first, and sometimes I found myself having to review a who’s who just to feel clear—BUT the story itself was a page turner and made for an exciting read!

I don’t know what it is about this Eddie Flynn character, but I am instantly hooked and rooting for him. Maybe it’s his “Better Call Saul” vibe or the fact he operates slightly as a conman to win his cases. Or maybe the fact that he just gets so involved with the his clients to prove them innocent? Either way, it’s almost an automatic win.

I will admit the first chapter or so didn’t really hook me. Ruby rubbed me the wrong way and I just kept wanting to know what she was up to.

The side story of the people who Eddie rubbed the wrong way was an equally great puzzle piece. Aside from the trial, trying to figure out how that would play out, you get to a side quest of how is Eddie going to get out of the predicament he’s gotten himself in.

Sort of took me a little longer to read than normal because even though the chapters were short, there was so much detail about every setting and character, I didn’t want to miss something in case it was a clue.

The ending had me thrown for a loop, as always.

I will say that the blowfly comments were unrealistic. Anyone who is a crime junkie knows about flies. I don’t want to spoil anything, but the author should check their lifespan haha. But that’s just me. Obviously not a deal breaker.

Overall, excellent excellent read. So happy that I was given this opportunity to read this advanced copy. Thank you NetGalley and Atria Books for this arc in exchange for review!

Thank you Netgalley and Atria Books for an e-galley in exchange for a honest review. Ruby Johnson used to live with her parents, although that was before her family lost everything. Now on the same street where she used to live, she is a maid to wealthy families. One night, Ruby witnessed a murder in one of their homes and sees that as an opportunity to change her life and her families life once more. Ruby phones the police to give the name of the killer. In enters, Eddie Flynn who used to be a conman but is now a lawyer. He represents the man Ruby named. However, the man named is completely INNOCENT. Through twists/turns, we find out why Ruby lies and her grand scheme of things.

Is the second book I have read by Steve Cavanaugh and they both have been such great thrillers. This book is part of a series that I have not read but was able to read this book by itself and there was no confusion.

Witness 8 is the latest thriller novel from author Steve Cavanaugh. Witness 8 features ex conman, now lawyer Eddie Flynn. This is the 8th Eddie Flynn novel. Although they feature the same character, they do not have to be read in any particular order.

One night a woman named Ruby witnesses a horrific crime in a very affluent NYC neighborhood. Ruby once lived on this very street until one day her father gambled their money away and left her and her mother destitute. Ruby now is a nanny/maid to the wealthy neighbors on the street but she yearns for the life she used to have as one of the wealthy. After Ruby sees this crime, she does not call 911 or report it to anyone but uses the crime as an opportunity. A man named John Jackson is accused of the crime and Eddie Flynn takes the case as his defense lawyer.

This book is very fast paced and with short chapters that keep you turning pages as quick as possible. Mr. Cavanaugh’s writing makes you love Eddie Flynn and his legal associates. Eddie’s past as a conman gives him unique abilities as an attorney. He is very clever and will not hesitate to use some ‘tricks’ so to speak to get the truth out of a witness. It’s very entertaining to read about Eddie’s performance in court.

There’s a lot going on in this book besides the Ruby storyline. Eddie has angered some of the wrong people and they’re out for revenge. Cavanaugh does a great job of managing both these storylines and leaving no loose ends at the end.

Thank you to Netgalley and Atria Books for this advanced copy of Witness 8 in exchange for my honest review. Witness 8 will be released on March 25, 2025.

After reading Kill For Me, Kill For You by Cavanagh - I knew I needed more of his writing. When Witness 8 came up on NetGalley - I requested it so fast. Even though this book is technically #8 in the Eddie Flynn series, I read this as a standalone and absolutely devoured it.

I genuinely can’t wait to go back and read more of this series from the beginning as Flynn and his comrades were such a fun bunch to read. I felt fully immersed in their universe (and law office) right away, and felt an attachment to the characters.

Witness 8 was SUPER twisty and had about a million moving parts. I love how this author pushes and pulls you in so many different directions and is able to bring everything together at the end.

Check this one out if you love thrillers, twists, and legal dramas!

**Thank you to Atria Books for the physical ARC of this title, and to NetGalley and Atria for the eARC!** P.S. Atria NEVER misses!!