Malicious Intent - Couverture souple

Smith, A.L.

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798218215279

Editeur : ALS Creations, 2023

Synopsis

World-renowned Attorney Alexandra Phillips has a knack for turning open and shut cases for the prosecution into wins for the defense. In the third installment of the Behind Closed Doors Series, Attorney Phillips defends another victim who is accused of murdering her abuser.

With the world still reeling from the effects of COVID-19, Protagonist Attorney Alexandra Phillips is determined to uncover the truth behind the mysterious HIV strain that is discovered as she searches for a key piece of evidence to exonerate her client. Her client, an adulterous Dallas housewife is accused of murder. Motive? As it turns out, her slain lover was HIV positive and the primary purpose of his seduction was to maliciously expose her to the disease. As a crime of passion attorney, Attorney Phillips is convinced that a Texas jury would exonerate her client if she could prove the decedent's intent to expose her client to the disease...but there's one problem. Her client is innocent, and without a confession, the crime of passion defense isn't an option.

With her client's freedom hanging in the balance, Attorney Phillips concedes to the fact that the only viable defense is to find the killer...

Follow Attorney Phillips as she untangles a multilayered conspiracy of cover-ups, betrayal and revenge. Combining elements of murder-mystery and medical drama with an urban twist, this captivating page-turner is sure to leave die-hard readers wanting more.

Pre-Publication Reviews

"The story’s forensic, medical, and legal details are well-researched and satisfying, and it unflinchingly addresses timely social issues, such as systemic poverty, while never allowing the pace to slacken. Overall, Smith delivers a gripping novel that will leave many readers demanding a sequel. A work with a strong, likable protagonist and a plot that will keep readers guessing".—Kirkus

"Malicious Intent was full of drama, twists, and risks. A. L. Smith kept me on the edge of my chair waiting to see who did it, how, and why. The plot was perfectly executed. Moments where I was introduced to a main character but I still didn't know all of the facts. I liked how that played out...kept the clues hidden in plain sight. Angel's life took a complete 360 turn when she made one mistake out of anger. Martial issues were displayed throughout the pages. It was understandable. Angel thought her husband didn't love her anymore. Her husband Chandler, thought he gave her too much. Both missed the signals. Communication lacked and because of that so did their marriage. It was engaging to watch the events unfold. Overall, I recommend this outstanding urban fiction novel to all readers".--Urban Lit Magazine

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

Dr. A.L. Smith read her first full-length novel (The Boxcar Children, by Gertrude Chandler Warner) in the third grade and it spawned her passion for reading. According to Dr. Smith, the hallmark of a great story is the resounding presence of a character that transcends the final pages of the book.Angela is a native Louisianan, (Frierson) Lieutenant Colonel in the Army Reserves, practicing Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, a graduate of Grambling State University, and former member of the Lady Tigers basketball team. She is the author of an Amazon Best Seller and critically acclaimed novel Behind Closed Doors 2: Dana's Story. The short film adaptation of the novel, "Dana's Story" is the recipient of multiple independent film festival awards.In 2010, she participated in humanitarian relief efforts during the devastating earthquake in Haiti and provided anesthesia services to a countless number of victims, many of whom were children. This experience would have a profound impact on her views concerning socioeconomic disparities here in the U.S. and in countries abroad. Her second novel, Behind Closed Doors 2: Dana's Story, was heavily influenced by her experience in Haiti. As an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., she takes seriously the organization's motto "Service to all Mankind".

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: ALS Creations
• Date d'édition: 2023
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798218215279
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 255
• Éditeur: Bury Scott
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Manufactured by Amazon on behalf of the author; https://www.amazon.fr/hz/contact-us; ; c/o Amazon Media EU S.à.r.l., 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy; Luxembourg; L-1855; Luxembourg