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Phillip Margolin

    20. April 1944

    Phillip Margolin ist bekannt für seine fesselnden Justizthriller, die sich oft mit dunklen Geheimnissen und moralischen Zwickmühlen befassen. Seine Werke zeichnen sich durch komplexe Handlungsstränge und überraschende Wendungen aus, die die Leser bis zum Schluss in Atem halten. Mit präziser Charakterzeichnung und tiefem Einblick in die menschliche Psyche spinnt Margolin meisterhaft spannungsgeladene Geschichten voller unerwarteter Auflösungen. Seine Fähigkeit, packende Gerichtsdramen mit persönlichen Einsätzen zu verweben, festigt seinen Ruf als Meister des Genres.

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    • Defense Attorney Robin Lockwood is summoned by retired District Attorney Francis Melville to meet with him at Black Oaks, the manor he owns up in the Oregon mountains. The manor has an interesting history -- originally built in 1628 in England, there's a murderous legend and curse attached to the mansion. Melville, however, wants Lockwood's help in a legal matter -- righting a wrongful conviction from his days as a DA. A young man, Jose Alvarez, was convicted of murdering his girlfriend -- only for Melville, years later when in private practice, to have a client of his admit to the murder and to framing the man Melville convicted. Unable to reveal what he knew due to attorney-client confidence, Melville now wants Lockwood's help in getting that conviction overturned.

      Murder at Black Oaks: A Robin Lockwood Novel2023
      3,9
    • Attorney Robin Lockwood finds herself defending her old nemesis in a multiple murder case with too many suspects where success might cost her own life.

      Betrayal2023
    • Murder at Black Oaks

      • 304 Seiten
      • 11 Lesestunden

      In Phillip Margolin's Murder at Black Oaks, Attorney Robin Lockwood finds herself at an isolated retreat in the Oregon mountains, one with a tragic past and a legendary curse, and surrounded by many suspects and confronted with an impossible crime. Defense Attorney Robin Lockwood is summoned by retired District Attorney Francis Melville to meet with him at Black Oaks, the manor he owns up in the Oregon mountains. The manor has an interesting history - originally built in 1628 in England, there's a murderous legend and curse attached to the mansion. Melville, however, wants Lockwood's help in a legal matter - righting a wrongful conviction from his days as a DA. A young man, Jose Alvarez, was convicted of murdering his girlfriend only for Melville, years later when in private practice, to have a client of his admit to the murder and to framing the man Melville convicted. Unable to reveal what he knew due to attorney client confidence, Melville now wants Lockwood's help in getting that conviction overturned. Successful in their efforts, Melville invites Lockwood up to Black Oaks for a celebration. Lockwood finds herself among an odd group of invitees - including the bitter, newly released, Alvarez. When Melville is found murdered, with a knife connected to the original curse, Lockwood finds herself faced with a conundrum: how to find out who is the murder among them and how to stop them before there's another victim.

      Murder at Black Oaks2023
      3,6
    • Defense attorney Robin Lockwood faces an unimaginable personal disaster and her greatest professional challenge in the next New York Times bestselling Phillip Margolin's new legal thriller, The Darkest Place. Robin Lockwood is an increasingly prominent defense attorney in the Portland community. A Yale graduate and former MMA fighter, she's becoming known for her string of innovative and successful defense strategies. As a favor to a judge, Robin takes on the pro bono defense of a reprehensible defendant charged with even more reprehensible crimes. But what she doesn't know—what she can't know—is how this one decision, this one case, will wreak complete devastation on her life and plans. As she recovers from those consequences, Robin heads home to her small town of Elk Grove and the bosom of her family. As she tries to recuperate, a unique legal challenge presents itself—Marjorie Loman, a surrogate, is accused of kidnapping the baby she carried for another couple, and assaulting that couple in the process. There's no question that she committed these actions but that's not the same as being guilty of the crime. As Robin works to defend her client, she learns that Marjorie Loman has been hiding under a fake identity and is facing a warrant for her arrest for another, even more serious crime. And buried within the truth may once again be unexpected, deadly consequences.

      The Darkest Place: A Robin Lockwood Novel2022
      3,6
    • Worthy Brown's Daughter

      • 368 Seiten
      • 13 Lesestunden

      Set against the backdrop of the American West, this historical fiction delves into the themes of slavery and justice, inspired by a true story. Renowned author Phillip Margolin weaves a compelling narrative that explores the complexities of these issues, providing a vivid portrayal of the era and its characters. The saga promises to engage readers with its rich historical context and moral dilemmas, reflecting on the pursuit of justice in a tumultuous time.

      Worthy Brown's Daughter2021
      3,7
    • Matter of Life and Death

      • 322 Seiten
      • 12 Lesestunden

      The book features an excerpt from "The Darkest Place," which delves into themes of mystery and suspense. It introduces complex characters navigating through dark and challenging circumstances, hinting at a gripping narrative filled with unexpected twists. The atmosphere is tense, drawing readers into a world where secrets and truths intertwine, promising an engaging reading experience.

      Matter of Life and Death2021
      3,9
    • Worthy Brown's Daughter LP

      • 444 Seiten
      • 16 Lesestunden

      Set against the backdrop of the American West, this historical fiction saga delves into themes of justice and morality, drawing inspiration from a true story. The narrative unfolds through the lens of renowned author Phillip Margolin, who weaves a compelling tale that highlights the complexities of legal battles and the pursuit of fairness in a rugged landscape. Readers can expect a rich exploration of character and circumstance that reflects the challenges of the era.

      Worthy Brown's Daughter LP2021
      3,0
    • A Reasonable Doubt

      • 352 Seiten
      • 13 Lesestunden

      A magician linked to three murders and suspicious deaths years ago disappears in the middle of his new act in New York Times bestseller Phillip Margolin’s latest thriller featuring Robin Lockwood, A Reasonable Doubt. Justice is blind. But how do you solve a crime that no one could see? Criminal defense attorney and former MMA fighter Robin Lockwood does not believe in magic. Behind every good illusion is a good explanation—unless you consider the work of Robert Chesterfield, that is. One of her firm’s former clients, Chesterfield is a career magician who was linked to a series of suspicious deaths. Even though he walked free, Robin can’t help but wonder whether he was as innocent as he appeared. Now, decades later, the mystery surrounding Chesterfield has taken a dark turn. When he stages his greatest-ever trick, called the Chamber of Death, Chesterfield himself turns up dead at the end. With dozens of witnesses—and no one with any idea of how it was orchestrated—Robin finds herself at loose ends as she tries to untangle this twisted case...and learn the truth about Chesterfield, once and for all. “In the hands of Phillip Margolin, nothing is ever simple and no one is really safe. He is the master of suspense mystery.”—Associated Press “A smooth, tight narrative with a snappy, old-time whodunit finish. Margolin pulls off his own sleight of hand when the murderer is revealed.”—Booklist

      A Reasonable Doubt2020
      3,7
    • PERFECT ALIBI

      • 384 Seiten
      • 14 Lesestunden

      An impossible case. A killer secret. And a lawyer who will not rest until she finds the truth... When a young woman accuses college-football superstar Blaine Hastings of sexual assault, the DNA evidence against him is overwhelming. Yet the athlete swears his innocence and threatens both his lawyer and his accuser. When a second attack occurs, DNA findings once again point to Hastings. The only problem? Hastings was in prison when the crime was committed. “The pacing is impeccable.” —Booklist Soon Hastings is granted a new trial and bail. Then his original lawyer disappears—and his law partner is found dead. Who is behind these crimes—and who will be the next target? These are the questions that Robin Lockwood, a young lawyer and former MMA fighter, intends to answer. She is representing the victim of the first attack, who is convinced that Hastings is stalking her. Is he the one behind these acts of intimidation? Meanwhile, another one of Robin’s clients is up on a murder charge—one that should be dismissed as self-defense but is being brought to trial. Is there a link between these two cases? Now Robin must find a way to see that justice is served...and not end up a victim in the process. “Packed with surprises all the way to the end.”—Fresh Fiction

      PERFECT ALIBI2019
      3,7
    • THIRD VICTIM

      • 352 Seiten
      • 13 Lesestunden

      The "New York Times"-bestselling author of "Gone But Not Forgotten" launches a new series with this thriller that's sure to keep readers on edge with surprising twist after twist until the shocking ending. Tall Premium Edition.

      THIRD VICTIM2018