The Law of Second Chances

A Novel

De: James Sheehan

Narrado por: Dick Hill

Jack Tobin, a Florida trial lawyer, is dedicated to ending capital punishment one prisoner at a time. Jack is convinced that doomed convict Henry Wilson is innocent, but can he delay execution and get Henry a new trial in time?

Benny Avrile is a small-time crook with his eye on an oilman's big billfold. But as he makes his move, a shot rings out and the oilman falls dead; Benny blacks out. Just when his fate is all but sealed, an old friend from Jack's past reaches out

The clock is ticking, two innocent men are facing the death penalty, yet the one person who Jack most wants to save - his beloved wife, Pat - may have the least time of all.

©2008 James Sheehan (P)2008 Tantor

Reseñas de la Crítica

"Fast moving and tightly written...boasts a gripping story and characters who will make the reader care. All in all, a stylish and engaging novel." (Richard North Patterson)

Good listen

This was a good book. Lots of action, lots going on to keep one interested. Kept me guessing till the end.

Guessing Game

Just enough mystery to hold the reader's attention - and some good suspense.

Always a good read!

I have read or listened to all of John Sheehan’s books. Every book has an interesting plot and twist. They keep you engaged. Love the characters and the courtroom drama. The narrator does an amazing job!

Not earth shaking, but a darn good 'READ"

I seldom finish a less than intriguing story and at first I had issues with the narration on this one. But as the story went on the narration and story line drew me in and the narration paired perfectly with the story. Really two stories in one this one kept my intention throughout. It was not an edge of your seat, or a "I can't wait to hear more..." Rather it became an old friend, something that brought a smile when I thought, "What should I listen to today...Oh yeah Law of Second Chances." At 12 hours long, it kept me engaged. This "read' won't rock your world, but if you give it a chance, I think you will find it a good solid legal story that when all is done you will think as I, that it was a well told story and you were grateful to the author for telling it.

James Sheehan is the best!!

I love all of his books!! I own all his books in hardcover and if available in ebook I have those also.

Character study

Narration not great but ok. story rather interesting how authoe weaved it together. Recommend for anyone interested in mysteries

Enjoying the Narrator

I am really enjoying this book - the writing is engaging and the narrator excellent. The "choppy" parts are when the character and his wife are jogging and is quite good in creating an image. His ability to change his voice with the characters is EXCELLENT! No "he said" "she said" with each sentence and you can really follow the conversations.

Descriptions are clear and really create a picture. Good so far (I am about 2 hours in).

Unexpected

Did not expect much but surprisingly The Law of Second Chance is above my expectation. The story is quite slow but it did help with character building and understanding each of them more. The best part is the courtroom battle that’s entertaining without being too much drama or cliche. This one really feel realistic and while the twist isn’t so surprise it is quite a good one.

I’m hooked!

I am SO excited to continue enjoying this series! Great plot, character development, narrator and suspenseful

Sappy

I struggled to finish this book because the sappy, clich? ridden dialogue became unbearable. I held on hoping a decent story would unfold. As it turned out the story had potential but the poor writing style stripped it of all suspense or drama.