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Summary: Lively, funny lead character makes us suspend disbelief.
Review: Though there are plot elements which leave some holes, it's worth it because of the humor infused throughout the novel. The supporting characters are real, even though some of them are a bit cuter than life. They are fun because we can see some traits and foibles we recognize. I enjoyed Rita's unspoken asides when she reacts to what is said to her. They are what we all think but dont's say out loud and gave me many laughs. Rita's ethics in and out of the courtroom are thought provoking.
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Summary: This book is fast-paced but a little unrealistic.
Review: To read Running From the Law is to enter the reality of a driven woman lawyer. Although exciting, fast-paced, and fun to read--taking only a few hours--the main character, Rita Morrone, comes perilously close to caricature. The plot is one of crime and mystery, and the surprise "who done it?" is elegantly structured. There is no lawyer like Rita who would represent her lover's father, a federal judge, on a murder charge, especially after finding out how her (ex) lover figured into the plot
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Summary: Five stars for entertainment and humor
Review: Very few contemporary detective novels are as amusing as this one was. I listened to it on a Recorded Books tape and couldn't wait to get home to hear what would happen next. If a silly whodunnit can be said to be "dear," this one made it. Scottoline is fresh and fun and I intend to read more. I must say I did read her next book (I think it was 'Rough Justice' but without the family shtick, it just wasn't as much fun.) Scottoline proves that a writer doesn't have to be Shakespeare to be worthwhile - I was quite happy during the time I was listening to her book, and making people feel good isn't such a bad thing. Thanks, Lisa!
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Summary: senior citizen sleuths
Review: wacky and witty characters, steady pacing. more of a detective story than a legal drama, though brief courtroom scenes are memorable. a lively and enjoyable breeze to read.
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Summary: senior citizen sleuths
Review: wacky and witty characters, steady pacing. more of a detective story than a legal drama, though brief courtroom scenes are memorable. a lively and enjoyable breeze to read.
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Summary: Something missing
Review: While enjoying the Scottoline style I found that this book (listened to unabrideged) missed a key plot element in setting up "The Sting". Without giving away the plot there were unanswered questions that were never addressed. I found this book to be a bit frivolous.
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