Although not nearly as well-rendered as Rotstein's last book, The Out-Of-Town Lawyer, there is more than sufficient suspense to keep listeners/readers engrossed. Told through the perspective of each juror, attorney, court clerk, and more, the novel focuses on the case that Ellis Ricard brings against his former employer, MediMiracle, for wrongful termination after he discovers that the company's sole product, Sophroscyne, which is designed to end opiate addictions, acts differently on people of different races. The forward narrative line falters from time-to-time, but the twists at the end, as unbelievable as they may be in reality, redeem its prior faults. Unusually, the audio version is narrated by a team rather than by a single reader. Because there are so many distinctive characters, that decision has paid off, giving a distinctive voice to each of the important characters, and most especially to each member of the jury. Fans of legal thrillers will be interested.

I knew as soon as I saw this has a cast of narrators and the author was Robert Rotstein I HAD to read this.

This legal thriller is guaranteed to raise your pulse and keep you fully immersed in the action. In a gripping civil case, Ellison Ricard is suing his former employer, MediMiracle Corporation, after being dismissed under controversial circumstances. Ricard claims his firing was a direct result of his whistleblowing on a dangerous medication, but the company argues it was due to his poor attitude and disruptive behavior. The novel is uniquely told from the perspective of the jurors as they deliberate the case, and their discussions become increasingly tense the longer they remain in deliberation. With conflicting viewpoints and emotions running high, the final verdict is anything but certain. Rotstein skillfully crafts a thrilling narrative that keeps you on the edge of your seat right up until the conclusion.

Ellison Ricard works as a research analyst for MediMiracle, a company behind the opiate addiction drug, Sophrosyne. When Ricard uncovers disturbing data linking the medication to an alarming rise in fatal outcomes among different racial groups, he takes his concerns to the CEO, Payton Burke. The confrontation quickly escalates into violence, and Ricard is dismissed on the spot.

Seeking both justice and exposure, Ricard files a lawsuit against MediMiracle. The trial culminates in a tense jury deliberation, where the jurors must decide whether to side with Ricard or back the company. However, the decision is far from straightforward. With varied personalities and perspectives at play, the path to a verdict is fraught with tension. The jurors’ differing views make the outcome anything but predictable, and their growing pressure to make a decision only amplifies the suspense.

The novel alternates between the jurors’ viewpoints and case transcripts, providing a multifaceted look at the deliberation process. As the jury inches closer to a decision, the unpredictability of their discussions and the nuances of the case keep the reader hooked. Though the verdict may seem imminent, its outcome is shrouded in uncertainty, creating a tense atmosphere throughout the story.

Rotstein excels at weaving together an intricate legal thriller, offering both entertainment and insight. His well-crafted characters contribute to the suspense, raising questions about how such a complex case will be resolved. The characters’ contrasting opinions fuel the tension, making the outcome even more elusive. With expertly placed plot twists, Rotstein proves that legal battles are rarely as clear-cut as they appear. The ending will leave readers questioning everything, ensuring the story lingers long after the final page.