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Witness for the defense

Pages
328
Published
2001
Language
English

Synopsis

Kali O'Brien, a sharp defense attorney, takes on a high-profile case: a wealthy woman accused of murdering a controversial radio host. The victim had publicly claimed to be the biological father of Kali's adopted daughter, adding a deeply personal layer to the already complex legal battle. As Kali navigates the intricacies of the courtroom, she must also confront the unsettling implications for her own family.

About the author

J
Jonnie Jacobs

Jonnie Jacobs was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area. She has a bachelor's degree from the University of California at Berkeley and a law degree from UC's Boalt Hall School of Law. In addition, she holds graduate degrees in English, from the University of Michigan, and in counseling, from California State University. She is an active member of Sisters in Crime, Mystery Writers of America, and has served on the Edgar awards committee. She is a frequent lecturer on both the craft of wri...

Characters

Kali O'BrienProtagonist
radio show hostAntagonist
wealthy womanSupporting
All characters in Witness for the defense