Full of surprises, PROOF, was an entertaining legal thriller. I found myself rooting for Jake, an alcoholic, disgraced lawyer, to clear his name after being accused of murder.

There are many, many names to keep track of, which did detract from the story somewhat, but all in all, this is a fantastic book. There were enough clever plot twists to keep me entertained. This is a solid 4-star read.

Thank you, NetGalley and Gallery Books for the advanced reader copy.

Is there a formula for writing about lawyers? Do they have to be drunk and disgraced?

Sorry, but I didn’t make it through the first chapter before seeing it was just like the last few I have read.

Maybe a novel where the MC isn’t so predictable.


NetGalley/ Gallery Books June 24, 2025