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“The last word smelled of desperation,and the old lawyer sighed. 'I can tell you that the law is an ocean of darkness and truth, and that lawyers are but vessels on the surface. We may pull one rope or another, but it is the client, in the end, who charts the course.”

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Book:Redemption Road
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Redemption Road

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John Hart
John Hart

John Hart (1965-2009) was an American author known for his profound character development and gripping narrative style. Although his career was brief, Hart's works have had a significant impact on the literary world. more

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