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Connelly writes in a tough, unsentimental way and creates a stunning tale that doesn't let go until the final page. (CATHOLIC HERALD )
Connelly explodes courtroom fireworks. (EVENING TELEGRAPH )
An absolutely fabulous thriller, one of the best I have ever read (TELEGRAPH & ARGUS ) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
Connelly explodes courtroom fireworks. (EVENING TELEGRAPH )
An absolutely fabulous thriller, one of the best I have ever read (TELEGRAPH & ARGUS ) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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'The ensuing Scott Turow-style court drama, starring both of Connelly's favourite characters, is as exciting as anything this formidable writer has ever produced.' -- Carla McKay DAILY MAIL This is vastly superior stuff, from America's greatest living crime writer. -- Henry Sutton THE MIRROR This novel is further proof that this writer is on a roll. ... Connelly's background as a police reporter gives his books the powerful verisimilitude that few possess and balancing the police and legal shenanigans makes for wonderfully involving reading ... -- Barry Forshaw THE EXPRESS Connelly masterfully manages to marry an absorbing courtroom drama with a tense and exciting thriller of detection. -- Marcel Berlins THE TIMES The Reversal is further proof of [Connelly's] proficiency THE INDEPENDENT Connelly's double act of attorney Haller and detective Bosch ring the changes on conventional crime plots. I newspaper Haller, gunning for the prosecution for the first time, and Bosch, investigating a crime that may have been misread, have their work cut out for them in a tale that skids across Los Angeles's landscape, from canyons to courtroom. TIME OUT Expect surprises and plenty of dark moments in this punchy legal drama from an ever-reliable writer. FINANCIAL TIMES ...the novel has a gripping clarity from the off, and very quickly establishes a gripping momentum. ... it's another expertly handled tale from a born storyteller that blazes into an incendiary denouement as the child-killer turns his gaze on Mickey and Harry's daughters. IRISH TIMES
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31 of 32 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
The latest offering from Michael Connelly is a strange mix of excellent narrative and a suprisingly dull story. "The Reversal" is for the most part a tense court room drama with Attorney Micky Haller having switched tables to prosecute a child murderer whose original conviction has been shown to be suspect after 24 years of incarceration for the crime. Harry Bosch is Hallers investigator for the case and a few of the usual suspects including "Maggie McFierce" and "L.T. Gandle" make a welcome appearance also.
The normal Connelly trademarks are there, excellent writing and the building of credible characters. However, following the adrenalin filled court case which takes up the first 80% of the novel, the denouement of the story is strangely rushed and skews off into a tangent which feels unconvincing and doesn't provide the satisfying resolution that you have prepared yourself for. A Major plot point is left unexplained at the end also, which looks as if it will be picked up in a future novel.
I have always been a massive fan of Michael Connellys work, but "The Reversal" is lacking the fire works and excitement of his earlier books. Yes, it's well written but the story is quite bland and given the build up, the pay off is a let down because it functions independantly of the earlier story line. It feels almost as if the authors publisher hurried him too much and he came up with the first ending he could think of to complete the story.
Of his recent works, "Nine dragons" and "The Scarecrow" were very much below par and had it not been for "The Brass verdict" I dont think I would have purchased "The Reversal". Having read it, I really hope his next offering "The fifth witness" is back to some where near his best.
The normal Connelly trademarks are there, excellent writing and the building of credible characters. However, following the adrenalin filled court case which takes up the first 80% of the novel, the denouement of the story is strangely rushed and skews off into a tangent which feels unconvincing and doesn't provide the satisfying resolution that you have prepared yourself for. A Major plot point is left unexplained at the end also, which looks as if it will be picked up in a future novel.
I have always been a massive fan of Michael Connellys work, but "The Reversal" is lacking the fire works and excitement of his earlier books. Yes, it's well written but the story is quite bland and given the build up, the pay off is a let down because it functions independantly of the earlier story line. It feels almost as if the authors publisher hurried him too much and he came up with the first ending he could think of to complete the story.
Of his recent works, "Nine dragons" and "The Scarecrow" were very much below par and had it not been for "The Brass verdict" I dont think I would have purchased "The Reversal". Having read it, I really hope his next offering "The fifth witness" is back to some where near his best.
15 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I have read all of Michael Connelly's books but I am always worried that my anticipation of a new book will not live up to my expectations. How wrong I was, this is a stunning read and those familiar and much loved characters are back. After the introduction of Mick Haller a few books ago, I began to enjoy his character rather more than Bosch. This time I looked forward to the chapters featuring Bosch with a reminder of what a complex yet vulnerable individual he is. Always the maverick but with instincts he knows never lets him down. His relationship with his daughter is troubled but affectionate. I love the way Connelly makes his female personalities strong, fiesty and able to stand up to Bosch whilst understanding that basically he is one of the good guys.
I don't want to spoil any of the story but the premise of Haller changing over to the dark side for the prosecution is a great angle and gives more insight to the machinations of the American court system. If you are not sure whether to purchase this, do not hesitate. Connelly's writing excells in this book and it is a highly enjoyable to read.
I don't want to spoil any of the story but the premise of Haller changing over to the dark side for the prosecution is a great angle and gives more insight to the machinations of the American court system. If you are not sure whether to purchase this, do not hesitate. Connelly's writing excells in this book and it is a highly enjoyable to read.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Yet another superb thriller from one of the US' foremost crime writers. Connelly brings together his long-term detective character Harry Bosch and more recent creation the defence lawyer Mickey Haller - this time crossing to the other bench to prosecute a child murder who gets cleared on appeal. Great characters, great pace - and an excellent plot twist at the end. No dull bits, no naff bits, no slow bits you want to skip over, no pointless side-plots. Thoroughly recommended.
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good book with poor ending
Mr Connelly churns `em out, no doubt about it. The courtroom drama is well constructed, and as ever is paced just right to lead the reader along nicely. Read more
Published 19 days ago by riccol1966
Engrossed!
I am a fan of Michael Connelly and bought this as a back up in case I was unable to sleep on a 13 hour flight. I loved it. It was fast and the story moved along well. Read more
Published 19 days ago by JulieS
Good read
Fantasic read, very exciting, keeps you hooked to the end of the booked, can't wait for the next in the series!
Published 1 month ago by BigG
No Twist
I loved The Lincoln Lawyer, so was looking forward to reading The Reversal. Wading through a healthy dose of repetition, not much suspense and very little action (this is a... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Cat
Reversal: Michael Connelly
Michael Connelly - Love this author. Another great read. Think I must have read everthing of his! Can't wait for his next book!
Published 2 months ago by Mosartnme
the reversal - michael connelly
this is an excellant book, 'the reversal' typical michael connelly suspense, never fail to enjoy his books especially the harry bosch novels.
Published 2 months ago by mary sch
The Reversal
I like to read & Michael Connelly books are among ones I'm glad to periodically order via convenient Amazon and got this one a while ago, so being older I can't always remember... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Virginia Lynes-lumsden
All the plot twists of a Roman road...
*** some minor plot-spoilers below ***
This promised so well. Defence attorney asked to prosecute? Why? What mystery could lie behind it? Read more
This promised so well. Defence attorney asked to prosecute? Why? What mystery could lie behind it? Read more
Published 3 months ago by thegoodbook
love it
one of connellys better books.I couldnt put it down.keeps you guessing right to the end, and up to his usual standard.
Published 3 months ago by C. leslie
Joint operation
Having read all Connelly's novels, I know what I expected - a well written crime novel, with really genuine sounding police and court procedure, probably involving one of his... Read more
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