The Gods of Guilt

By: Michael Connelly

Narrated by: Peter Giles

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Defense attorney Mickey Haller is forced to bend the law until it breaks when he is hired to defend a man accused of killing a prostitute in this novel of courtroom suspense, the "best one yet" (The Washington Post).

Mickey Haller gets the text, "Call me ASAP—187," and the California penal code for murder immediately gets his attention. Murder cases have the highest stakes and the biggest paydays, and they always mean Haller has to be at the top of his game.

When Mickey learns that the victim was his own former client, a prostitute he thought he had rescued and put on the straight and narrow path, he knows he is on the hook for this one. He soon finds out that she was back in LA and back in the life. Far from saving her, Mickey may have been the one who put her in danger.

Haunted by the ghosts of his past, Mickey must work tirelessly and bring all his skill to bear on a case that could mean his ultimate redemption or proof of his ultimate guilt. The Gods of Guilt shows once again why "Michael Connelly excels, easily surpassing John Grisham in the building of courtroom suspense." (Los Angeles Times).

©2013 Micahel Connelly (P)2013 Hachette Audio

Critic reviews

"The combination of this fast-paced courtroom drama and Giles's steady and consistent narration makes for an engrossing listening experience…Giles's rich portrayals help listeners differentiate the multiple characters as Haller becomes convinced that his client is not only innocent but also the victim of an elaborate setup involving local police and DEA agents." (AudioFile)

"Connelly knows when to put his foot on the gas and when to take it off. Once he has you on board, turning the pages, you won't want to climb off." (Boston Globe)

"Haller is the kind of slick, cynical showman who can't resist making high drama out of every legal procedure....There's always something deadly serious behind Connelly's entertaining courtroom high jinks" (New York Times Book Review)

Connelly never disappoints!

Mickey is back and performing his best on and off his stage. Excellent writing, as no one will be shocked to see.

Really good

Loved this book. I like this author and have listened to most of his books. This one was a lot of fun.

Gripping, edge of my seat exciting.

Incredible talent. Never a disappointment, the author has the skill of keeping every detail working throughout the story. It's amazing how he makes each book better than the last. He is my Favorite author.

Predictable

Michael Connelly uses the same formula in each of his books so it is getting boring. Going to a new author for some intrigue. Really enjoy Connelly but need a break.

Glory Days

Excellent!!! I am so elated for the series on Netflix and I cannot wait until new episodes. This book was awesome and I have listened several times as to not to miss anything. I will be listening to another book by this author, ASAP.

Narrator

The narrator was hard to understand sometimes .Too deep a voice. Always enjoy Michael Connelly books.

One of the best books ever

I love the unending suspense while the main character, Mickey, who is one of literature’s most likeable characters, works this case. Every milestone realization Mickey makes, and the exciting action leading up to them, is so very interesting and I can’t believe how the author, Michael Connelly, can put all this together. The writing in his books blows me away. It’s like some kind of magic. This novel in particular really grabbed me, and the philosophical thoughts of Mickey at the end gave me those tingles from a profundity that only a very good writer can engender.

Not a fan

A little bit boring, several times I wanted to stop listening to it but just wanted to see how it will end. Also was very much predicted. Not the usual style of Connelly.

Too choppy

It seemed to me there were too many bad guys too much intrigue too much politics but not enough of the warm friendly characters that I know