Trigger warnings for rape and graphic violence
This story does not have a clean ending. Not a cliffhanger, more along the lines of a missing chapter or two. There is graphic violence. No editing errors or drag-you-down drama.
Intriguing storyline with several twists throughout to keep the reader’s interest. Flexible procedures, actions and reactions. The epic failures of basic protocol allow multiple murders. Excellent character development with believable personalities. Thought-provoking and memorable dialogue.
No desire to re-read this story. I may be interested in other works by this author.
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Burnout (Jessie Black Legal Thrillers Book 1) Kindle Edition
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Publication dateDecember 16, 2013
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About the Author
Larry A. Winters's stories feature a rogue's gallery of brilliant lawyers, avenging porn stars, determined cops, undercover FBI agents, and vicious bad guys of all sorts. He is the author of the Jessie Black Legal Thriller series and the stand-alone novels Hardcore and Web of Lies.
Xe Sands is an award-winning narrator known for her authentic characterizations and intimate delivery. She has more than a decade of experience bringing stories to life through narration, performance, and visual art, and she has been recognized for her engaging romance narrations. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Xe Sands is an award-winning narrator known for her authentic characterizations and intimate delivery. She has more than a decade of experience bringing stories to life through narration, performance, and visual art, and she has been recognized for her engaging romance narrations. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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- Publication date : December 16, 2013
- Language : English
- File size : 6005 KB
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- Print length : 434 pages
- Page numbers source ISBN : 149482258X
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Strong, complex, and flawed characters. That seemed true to life. There were
enough twists and turns, that kept my interest, and made me see I didn't have it
all figured out, when I thought I did. I don't personally enjoy foul language personally,
and also see it as a cop-out or easy filler words that don't advance the storyline.
I also thought more of the actual Family Man should have been included, as his
actions, motivations, etc started things that resulted in the characters coming together
to make this book. That's what I felt was missing.
enough twists and turns, that kept my interest, and made me see I didn't have it
all figured out, when I thought I did. I don't personally enjoy foul language personally,
and also see it as a cop-out or easy filler words that don't advance the storyline.
I also thought more of the actual Family Man should have been included, as his
actions, motivations, etc started things that resulted in the characters coming together
to make this book. That's what I felt was missing.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2020
"Burnout" applies to both -- in the case of the defense attorney, describing his nervous breakdown shortly after that contest, leading to a national hotshot lawyer riding into town demanding a retrial.
The lead character is a passionate advocate for victims of heinous crimes and her own burnout creating a vulnerability shadowy forces take advantage of. But make no mistake: she's a warrior in the courtroom and a tough smart investigator in the field.
The reader gets a keenly accurate glimpse into the world of high-pressure prosecution through the eyes of a compelling main character. I'll definitely keep reading the Jessie Black series.
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As a retired assistant district attorney, I'm always on the lookout for solid legal thrillers focused on the prosecutor. This is a top-notch, tense, and very well written tale in which both the ADA and the defense attorney from a high profile murder trial cope with irrational behavior rising from the pressures of their careers catching up with them in the course of that trial. The story is well woven with no detail being unimportant in the end.
"Burnout" applies to both -- in the case of the defense attorney, describing his nervous breakdown shortly after that contest, leading to a national hotshot lawyer riding into town demanding a retrial.
The lead character is a passionate advocate for victims of heinous crimes and her own burnout creating a vulnerability shadowy forces take advantage of. But make no mistake: she's a warrior in the courtroom and a tough smart investigator in the field.
The reader gets a keenly accurate glimpse into the world of high-pressure prosecution through the eyes of a compelling main character. I'll definitely keep reading the Jessie Black series.
"Burnout" applies to both -- in the case of the defense attorney, describing his nervous breakdown shortly after that contest, leading to a national hotshot lawyer riding into town demanding a retrial.
The lead character is a passionate advocate for victims of heinous crimes and her own burnout creating a vulnerability shadowy forces take advantage of. But make no mistake: she's a warrior in the courtroom and a tough smart investigator in the field.
The reader gets a keenly accurate glimpse into the world of high-pressure prosecution through the eyes of a compelling main character. I'll definitely keep reading the Jessie Black series.
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High Recommendation! -- from a retired prosecutor
By Kurt Stallings on May 12, 2020
As a retired assistant district attorney, I'm always on the lookout for solid legal thrillers focused on the prosecutor. This is a top-notch, tense, and very well written tale in which both the ADA and the defense attorney from a high profile murder trial cope with irrational behavior rising from the pressures of their careers catching up with them in the course of that trial. The story is well woven with no detail being unimportant in the end.By Kurt Stallings on May 12, 2020
"Burnout" applies to both -- in the case of the defense attorney, describing his nervous breakdown shortly after that contest, leading to a national hotshot lawyer riding into town demanding a retrial.
The lead character is a passionate advocate for victims of heinous crimes and her own burnout creating a vulnerability shadowy forces take advantage of. But make no mistake: she's a warrior in the courtroom and a tough smart investigator in the field.
The reader gets a keenly accurate glimpse into the world of high-pressure prosecution through the eyes of a compelling main character. I'll definitely keep reading the Jessie Black series.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2020
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I liked this book and its twists and turns. However, there were some things that I thought were very unlikely to happen. They were relatively minor so I can live with them but couldn't give it five stars. Most importantly, though, one question remained unanswered that was pretty central to the entire plot. I went back and scanned the beginning of the book when I had finished, but never did figure out how the accused was ever in the line-up of suspects to begin with. It seemed like circular reasoning to me. Bottom line: I will be going on to the next book in the series, because overall I did enjoy it. BTW, I am a stickler for typos and such, and didn't notice any in this book. Given the state of e-books these days, that's worth some stars right there.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2018
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I stopped and restarted reading this book multiple times mainly because the story had so many flaws in it. It was a chore finishing reading it to the end. Without giving away the plot one of the main characters was arrested and sentenced to death however there was no evidence leading to why he was a suspect to begin with while the whole story centered around him. There were also too many instances where characters showed up in a scene without any prior reveal of how or why they got there. To unhinged for my liking.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2017
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So glad to find Larry Winters! This is the first book in a long time that I looked forward to getting up early and going to be late because I could not put it down. Looking forward to the rest of the Jessie Black series. As said before the characters are very believable, to me the plot was spell binding. Thank you Larry!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2018
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I am currently in the middle of the second book in the series and loving it as much as I did the first. Jessie is a great character and hope this series has many more books. Great story
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Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2021
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I enjoy a lot of genres, reading mysteries and westerns when I've overdosed on SF.
This started out with an interesting situation, some bizarre circumstanes, and what seemed like would be fairly straight forward who-done-it and how do we prove it. But it quickly evolved past any expectations, and each time I thought something was settled, an apple-cart upset out of the blue appeared.
The plot is very involved, with devious characters from whom you don't know what to expect. By the end, things are so tangled that you just have to keep reading because it's certainly not predictable.
I enjoyed it and wanted to keep reading, but life kept getting in the way. I finally dropped all else and finished.
And no typos, wrong words, or bad grammar. That is indeed a feat to be proud of in ebooks today. Well done.
This started out with an interesting situation, some bizarre circumstanes, and what seemed like would be fairly straight forward who-done-it and how do we prove it. But it quickly evolved past any expectations, and each time I thought something was settled, an apple-cart upset out of the blue appeared.
The plot is very involved, with devious characters from whom you don't know what to expect. By the end, things are so tangled that you just have to keep reading because it's certainly not predictable.
I enjoyed it and wanted to keep reading, but life kept getting in the way. I finally dropped all else and finished.
And no typos, wrong words, or bad grammar. That is indeed a feat to be proud of in ebooks today. Well done.
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A. Mellor
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 31, 2021Verified Purchase
The District Attorney’s star prosecutor, Jessie Black, had a surprise start to her day with the arrival of an appeal petition from a rapist and multiple murderer, based on insanity. To make matters even worse, she’ll be up against a world famous defense attorney. Her career is on the line. How many more surprises will she have to face? Where will it end?
Having got the first of the legal thrillers series about Jessie Black, I signed up for the prequel, Grave Testimony, which set the scene well for me and provided helpful insights. I really admire Jessie’s strong, caring character and would recommend reading it before Burnout - if you can wait. Malevolence pervades the twists and turns of the various threads of this case. I’ve bought the rest of the series and am already looking forward to reading the next book - Informant.
Having got the first of the legal thrillers series about Jessie Black, I signed up for the prequel, Grave Testimony, which set the scene well for me and provided helpful insights. I really admire Jessie’s strong, caring character and would recommend reading it before Burnout - if you can wait. Malevolence pervades the twists and turns of the various threads of this case. I’ve bought the rest of the series and am already looking forward to reading the next book - Informant.
Peter Ffrench
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In and out of courtroom drama
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 11, 2021Verified Purchase
Jessie Black fooled by a man again, it seems like a pattern for her. Nobody gets it right every time and this time the mistake is corrected but at a high cost for the PD and DA's office. Things get sorted after some mistakes and a few deaths so all good in the end.
Carol
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 6, 2019Verified Purchase
This book kept me guessing right to the end. I enjoyed it so much I have purchased the next five in the series.
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 3, 2018Verified Purchase
A book of characters who act as people do. No supermen. Good plot never a dull moment. Small amount of personal issues so tolerable. If you are into legal drama this is for you.
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 6, 2021Verified Purchase
What a story, absolutely fantastic. A well written story with a great case of characters and lots of twists and turns. Need to read more of Jessica Black
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