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Deverell William

    William Deverell, a lawyer and journalist, infuses his writing with a profound understanding of human nature and justice. His extensive experience in criminal law and civil liberties advocacy lends his narratives authenticity and moral depth. Deverell masterfully explores the complexities of morality and ethics, often with dramatic tension and incisive insights into the systems he has navigated. His stories are compelling and thought-provoking, reflecting a dedication to examining justice in its many forms.

    Deverell William
    Snow Job
    High Crimes
    Kill All the Lawyers
    Street Legal: The Betrayal
    Platinum Blues
    April Fool
    • 2024

      The Long-Shot Trial

      An Arthur Beauchamp Thriller

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of a sensational 1966 murder trial, a young lawyer grapples with the weight of his past failures while defending a housemaid accused of killing her wealthy employer. As he navigates the courtroom's unpredictable dynamics, Arthur Beauchamp's sharp cross-examinations ignite a flicker of hope for an acquittal. In the present, he embarks on writing a memoir, reflecting on his life filled with social blunders and eccentric island neighbors, revealing the challenges of confronting both his past and his personal struggles.

      The Long-Shot Trial
    • 2022

      Mecca

      • 392 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Set against a backdrop of global intrigue, the narrative follows a high-stakes race through cities like Montreal, New York, and Paris as an extremist warlord prepares to deploy a devastating force known as Mecca. The story intertwines themes of espionage and terrorism, creating a tense atmosphere where every moment counts and the stakes could not be higher.

      Mecca
    • 2022

      The Laughing Falcon

      • 416 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      In a quest for inspiration and romance, Maggie Schneider escapes to Costa Rica, only to be unexpectedly kidnapped by a charming revolutionary named Halcon, the Falcon. As she navigates her perilous situation with this rag-tag gang, Maggie discovers an adventure that challenges her perceptions of love and danger, leading to unexpected connections and personal growth.

      The Laughing Falcon
    • 2022

      Mind Games

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Dr. Tim Dare, a psychiatrist facing personal and professional turmoil, grapples with his crumbling marriage, a disciplinary hearing, and a looming death threat. As he navigates these crises, the story delves into themes of mental health, resilience, and the fragility of life, revealing how one man's struggles can lead to profound self-discovery and transformation amidst chaos.

      Mind Games
    • 2021

      Snow Job

      An Arthur Beauchamp Novel

      • 408 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      The plot revolves around a catastrophic incident involving a diplomatic delegation from Bhashyistan, which leads to a sharp decline in a Calgary oil company's shares. Arthur Beauchamp finds himself embroiled in a complex web of deceit involving cunning civil servants, enthusiastic government officials, recently freed eco-terrorists, and a bumbling spy. The story promises a blend of intrigue and humor as Beauchamp navigates the chaos surrounding the political fallout.

      Snow Job
    • 2021

      Kill All the Judges

      An Arthur Beauchamp Novel

      • 432 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      The plot revolves around a series of mysterious murders targeting judges in British Columbia, prompting Arthur Beauchamp to come out of retirement. He finds himself defending Cudworth Brown, a poet he once opposed, while also investigating a missing mystery novel penned by Brown's unreliable ex-lawyer. As Beauchamp delves deeper into the case, he uncovers layers of intrigue that challenge his skills and past experiences.

      Kill All the Judges
    • 2021

      I'll See You in My Dreams

      An Arthur Beauchamp Novel

      • 464 pages
      • 17 hours of reading

      The story revolves around Gabriel Swift, an Indigenous activist whose close relationship with Professor Mulligan turns complicated when the professor goes missing. Despite being a mentee and a brilliant mind, Swift becomes the prime suspect in Mulligan's disappearance. The narrative explores themes of racism, mentorship, and the complexities of justice, as Mulligan's widow defends Swift's innocence, challenging societal perceptions and highlighting the struggles faced by Indigenous individuals.

      I'll See You in My Dreams
    • 2021

      Stung

      An Arthur Beauchamp Novel

      • 592 pages
      • 21 hours of reading
      3.4(172)Add rating

      A quirky group of eco-activists discovers that a chemical factory's pesticide is harming bee populations and resolves to sabotage its production. They enlist the help of criminal lawyer Arthur Beauchamp, who faces the challenge of defending them in a high-stakes trial. The narrative explores themes of environmentalism, legal ethics, and the complexities of justice as tensions rise in the courtroom.

      Stung
    • 2021

      "Historian William Deverell tells the heartbreaking story of a young girl trapped in a well--a story that transfixed the nation in what would become the first live, breaking-news TV spectacle in history."--Amazon.com

      Kathy Fiscus
    • 2020

      Kill All the Lawyers

      A Mystery

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      One sleazy lawyer after another disappears in this reissue of the 1995 legal thriller Kill All the Lawyers.

      Kill All the Lawyers