“The bag was a hybrid I had picked up at a store called Suitcase City while I was plotting my comeback. [...] It had a logo on it -- a mountain ridgeline with the words "Suitcase City" printed across it like the Hollywood sign. Above it, skylights swept the horizon, completing the dream image of desire and hope. I think that logo was the real reason I liked the bag. Because I knew Suitcase City wasn't a store. It was a place. It was Los Angeles.”
In this suspenseful novel, a young lawyer faces a high-stakes trial that challenges the very fabric of the legal system. The story unfolds with a blend of intrigue and moral dilemmas, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. more
Michael Connelly is an American author renowned for his crime novels. His works often set in Los Angeles, delve into the complexities of law and morality. Born on July 21, 1956, Connelly's writing career began with a passion for journalism, which later led to novel writing. more
“But, yet, even this tranquility Brings bitter, restless thoughts to me.”
“I've seen far more sunrises because I was up late than I have because I was up early.”
“With Zugunruhe comes the sign that you can trust your heart and mind.”
“The great remedy for restlessness is to relax in faith in a righteous God.”