Review of The Impossible Mock Orange Trial
-
Liz Hodges Lehr
- Book of the Month Participant
- Posts: 10
- Joined: 23 Jul 2023, 06:11
- Currently Reading:
- Bookshelf Size: 9
- Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-liz-hodges-lehr.html
- Latest Review: Charlie's Diner by Dennis F Killeen
Review of The Impossible Mock Orange Trial
[Following is a volunteer review of "The Impossible Mock Orange Trial" by Thad G. Long.]
i just finished reading The Impossible Mock Orange Trial by author Thad G. Long . I am leaving a 5 out of 5-star review for this extremely detailed telling of a fictitious but highly relatable courtroom battle. The author makes you feel like a member of the legal team, and you will have a much better understanding of the time and effort that goes into preparing for a trial by the conclusion of this book. While this is a fictionalized account of a liability case, the reader will easily recognize many elements of the case. The preface to the novel sets the tone and gives some forewarning of the complicated and thought-provoking themes of the book. As I worked my way through this very precise and analytical story, I pondered the weight attorneys must feel when they are presented with cases that are so complex. The elements of race, of rural underserved populations, of education and of opportunity or lack thereof, all play out in this dramatic and engaging book. We have an impoverished family who suffers true tragedy, allegations of corporate greed, and an enthralling courtroom battle with an interesting twist.
As an avid reader of courtroom dramas and legal thrillers, this one exceeded my expectations. This is an entertaining page turner! The author paints an accurate picture of how difficult the technical components of accident reconstruction are, while at the same time providing insight into the details of the lives impacted by the crash and it's aftermath. We are left feeling deep sympathy for the people in the crash, no matter who is at fault. In-depth information is provided for the reader on how both the attorneys for the defense and attorneys for the plaintiffs prepared their cases. We feel their resilience as things change, their tenacity in moving forward, and sometimes their frustration with the legal system. For some members of the legal team, we respect their commitment to justice and for others we are somewhat repulsed by their lack of sincerity and callousness towards the victims. The author leaves the reader deep in thought about how the actions of the owner, the driver and even the occupants of the vehicle factored into the horrific outcomes of the crash.
While we feel empathy for the sorrow of the injured parties in the crash, we don't have much patience for a judicial system that is corrupt. We get to see the good, the bad, and the ugly in the American judicial system as we watch the tumultuous events in the trial shape the outcomes of the court case.
As the story unfolds, you find yourself feeling the pain of one side, and then of the other. You give deep thought to the concept of justice, and wonder what justice really is in this case. It seems like every possible thing that could happen in a trial does in fact happen here. It's a wild ride and you won't want to miss this one! I read the Kindle version, and the editing was flawless, always a nice surprise!
******
The Impossible Mock Orange Trial
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
i just finished reading The Impossible Mock Orange Trial by author Thad G. Long . I am leaving a 5 out of 5-star review for this extremely detailed telling of a fictitious but highly relatable courtroom battle. The author makes you feel like a member of the legal team, and you will have a much better understanding of the time and effort that goes into preparing for a trial by the conclusion of this book. While this is a fictionalized account of a liability case, the reader will easily recognize many elements of the case. The preface to the novel sets the tone and gives some forewarning of the complicated and thought-provoking themes of the book. As I worked my way through this very precise and analytical story, I pondered the weight attorneys must feel when they are presented with cases that are so complex. The elements of race, of rural underserved populations, of education and of opportunity or lack thereof, all play out in this dramatic and engaging book. We have an impoverished family who suffers true tragedy, allegations of corporate greed, and an enthralling courtroom battle with an interesting twist.
As an avid reader of courtroom dramas and legal thrillers, this one exceeded my expectations. This is an entertaining page turner! The author paints an accurate picture of how difficult the technical components of accident reconstruction are, while at the same time providing insight into the details of the lives impacted by the crash and it's aftermath. We are left feeling deep sympathy for the people in the crash, no matter who is at fault. In-depth information is provided for the reader on how both the attorneys for the defense and attorneys for the plaintiffs prepared their cases. We feel their resilience as things change, their tenacity in moving forward, and sometimes their frustration with the legal system. For some members of the legal team, we respect their commitment to justice and for others we are somewhat repulsed by their lack of sincerity and callousness towards the victims. The author leaves the reader deep in thought about how the actions of the owner, the driver and even the occupants of the vehicle factored into the horrific outcomes of the crash.
While we feel empathy for the sorrow of the injured parties in the crash, we don't have much patience for a judicial system that is corrupt. We get to see the good, the bad, and the ugly in the American judicial system as we watch the tumultuous events in the trial shape the outcomes of the court case.
As the story unfolds, you find yourself feeling the pain of one side, and then of the other. You give deep thought to the concept of justice, and wonder what justice really is in this case. It seems like every possible thing that could happen in a trial does in fact happen here. It's a wild ride and you won't want to miss this one! I read the Kindle version, and the editing was flawless, always a nice surprise!
******
The Impossible Mock Orange Trial
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
Latest Review: Charlie's Diner by Dennis F Killeen
