Her Deadly Game

Robert Dugoni
58 pages1-hour read
Fiction
Novel
Adult
Published in 2023

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Book Brief

Robert Dugoni

Her Deadly Game

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023
Book Details
Pages

396

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Mystery & Crime Fiction

•

Horror & Suspense

•

Action & Adventure
Setting

Seattle, Washington • Contemporary

Theme
Conflict

•

Family

•

Social Class
Topic
Relationships
First Publication Year

2023

Publisher

Thomas & Mercer

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Her Deadly Game by Robert Dugoni, former prosecutor turned defense attorney Keera Duggan joins her family's law firm and takes on the high-profile LaRussa murder case, using her skills in chess and law to navigate the courtroom and investigate the mystery. Keera works to clear her client Vince LaRussa, grappling with family dynamics and uncovering secrets about his past. Discussions of alcohol use disorder, child abuse, murder, death by suicide, stalking, and psychological manipulation are included.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Dark

Challenging

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.5

87,743 ratings

92%

Loved it

7%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Her Deadly Game by Robert Dugoni is a gripping legal thriller that captivates readers with its intriguing plot and well-developed characters. Praised for its fast-paced narrative and clever twists, some critics, however, note a lack of originality in certain tropes. Overall, it's lauded for maintaining suspense and delivering a satisfying read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Her Deadly Game?

A reader who enjoys legal thrillers, fast-paced action, and complex characters will find Her Deadly Game by Robert Dugoni captivating. Fans of John Grisham's The Firm and Michael Connelly's The Lincoln Lawyer will appreciate the intricate plotting and courtroom drama in Dugoni's thrilling narrative.

4.5

87,743 ratings

92%

Loved it

7%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

Character List

A fiercely determined defense attorney facing her first murder trial, who navigates family dynamics and confronts professional challenges with boldness and strategic acumen.

A detective in the Seattle Police Department's violent crime unit, known for his integrity and sharp judgment, who provides an outside perspective on Keera and aids her in the case.

Keera's father, the head of the family law firm, and a former boxer known for his aggressive courtroom style and struggles with alcohol, who seeks to reconnect with his daughter.

Keera's client suspected of murdering his wife, characterized as a charming and enigmatic figure whose true nature unfolds throughout the story.

The eldest Duggan sister and managing partner at the family firm, who is reliable and administrative-focused, providing a contrast to Keera's trial prowess.

Keera's middle sister, serving as the firm's paralegal, who is volatile and has a different approach to life and relationships compared to her siblings.

Keera's former boss and ex-boyfriend, whose personal vendetta and professional misconduct create additional hurdles for her during the trial.

Book Details
Pages

396

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Mystery & Crime Fiction

•

Horror & Suspense

•

Action & Adventure
Setting

Seattle, Washington • Contemporary

Theme
Conflict

•

Family

•

Social Class
Topic
Relationships
First Publication Year

2023

Publisher

Thomas & Mercer

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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