The Suspect by Rob Rinder

An easy and for me fairly quick read, but a bit like a drama on channel five rather than perhaps BBC or ITV, lacking some quality and substance. Too many characters with limited ‘input’ and a story of which at least one of the two cases had an obvious ending. Enjoyable but more depth required.

I hadn't read Rob Rinder's first book, and I really don't need to now as this book tells you what happens!

Jessica is a wholesome breakfast TV presenter, married to an ex footballer, she seems to have it all, but the whole nation goes into mourning when she dies on air, seemingly poisoined by celebrity TV chef, Sebastien who she had been having an affair with.

To be honest I found the story very drawn out, lots of minutiae which definitely didn't add anything, and if anything felt we were being steered to feel sorry for junior barristers who live in bedsits and get kicked out of chambers if they don't bring enough money in.

I thinkthe ending proves why the legal profession isn't always liked......

Not for me I'm afraid

Whilst I did enjoy this, it felt more like it was justifying how hard it can be for young barristers (or baby / junior) than about the plotline itself. The storyline itself was interesting enough and there were certainly enough suspects that Adam uncovered but I'd have thought that it would have been Adam himself (as the MC) who'd uncovered the real murderer, which wasn't the case in the end. I also thought that the police would have been far more thorough in their own investigations - but perhaps not, for who am I to know the ins and outs of law? Still the phone conversations between Adam and his mother were truly funny and light-hearted fillers.

**Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and author for the opportunity to read an advanced e-copy of this book. All opinions are my own **

I don't feel this book is as good as the first one
I felt for some reason it was rushed
Which meant I couldn't get into it as much
I like the characters, do find his mum quite funny

On a lighter note I didn't guess who did it

Thank you, Rob Rinder, netgalley Random House UK

Disappointing. I found the plot weak and unbelievable. Are we to except the police investigated no one else or other that other leads were not followed up? Also the inclusion of a subplot, to me, spoke of the main story not being strong or full enough. While it read well and easily I thought the characters were hard to care for and quite shallow. Only the mother on the phone was likeable and someone who felt real.
I imagined a novel by Rob Rinder dealing with a world he knows intimately would be fast paced, engaging and full of insights. Yes, it had details that people not in that world would not know but in circumstances that are boring. In the end I wanted to know who and why, but it felt rushed and instantly forgettable.
I have not read the first so the plot spoilers were disappointing and has done away with the need to buy that book! A quick holiday read and then leave the book for someone else.

Thank you Netgalley for the ARC.

Another fabulous romp through Chambers and the British legal system as we re-join Adam for another courtroom drama.

This time a dramatic murder occurs live on air, on Britain's favourite morning TV show as it's much loved presenter is poisoned. The celebrity chef is immediately arrested and the outcome of his trial looks like a foregone conclusion, but to Adam, all is not what it seems.

We are reunited with a host of characters from Rob RInder's first book, and with his second novel I feel he has really got into his stride. It's a quick, easy read, perfect for reading on holidays, and I can't wait for the next instalment of this series.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Quite an easy light hearted read. Well written but a bit of a slow burner on the main murder plot and it is always good when you already 'know' some of the characters from a previous book. Adam is ok, a bit of a 'bimbler' but some of the others in the chambers are really unlikeable. It all came together in the end and kept me guessing to the end with me changing suspects constantly. The gang subplot was so sad, partially because it was so true to life.

My thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book.

A popular host of a morning show is poisoned live on air and it seems a slam dunk case. The legal teams for both sides pretty much agree. But turns out all is not as simple.

I found this really enjoyable. The main legal characters are likeable and believable, and the plot zipped along. The way they cared about each other, and really took pride in their work and outcomes was fun to read and I learned more about the British legal system too.

I do wish more time was given to the "why", that felt a bit rushed.

However, I felt this was a great representative view of working in a chambers, I thought the interactions with the mom were hilarious and really enjoyed reading it.

The three young barristers around whom the story revolved, Adam, Libby and Georgina, were a bit dull. The senior barristers seemed much more interesting, but kudos to Rinder for showing how over worked the young staff are. I had to skip the "phone call" chapters where Adam spoke to his mother at length. It's a cut throat world with Adam nearly sacked for his inexperience.
I found the Walthamstow OCG storyline a bit of a stretch.
The conclusion in the trial of a chef accused of killing a presenter on live TV was a letdown. The book came to life in the court room scenes, but ultimately they didn't rescue a book which was workmanlike but not gripping.

I absolutely loved the first novel by this author, it was such ann interesting, gripping read, and so I was very excited to read this second. It follows the same main character from book one, Adam Green, as he continues in his law career as a junior barrister, and this time there are two major cases for him to work on. I find the details as to the inner workings of the chambers and the law courts fascinating and the author conveys all of this really well. I was drawn in immediately to the first case involving a breakfast television presenter, and the other case involving a young man and a gang was interesting in particular in terms of the inner moral conflicts that it provoked in the main character. I think this was an interesting and pacy read, with lots to ponder. You could read this without reading the first book but I think you get a lot more out of it in terms of character development if you read both. Hoping there will be another in this series.

Clearly a law practitioner is in a good place to assemble a credible legal drama. Unfortunately, the bar has been set by authors like John Grisham and Michael Connelly - and it’s quite high. Rob Rinder has produced a workmanlike novel as a follow up to his first outing. But for this reader, at least, the verdict is three and a half stars (rounded up to four as half stars aren’t allowed!).

A great follow up to The Trial, Rob Rinders first book. It has the same cast of characters from Chambers. An insight into the difficulties of the Justice system as well as a good plot. All written from a professional point of view with Rob’s knowledge of both the law and the media.
A well loved celebrity host goes into anaphylactic shock on a live programme, having eaten food cooked by the resident chef. It looks like an open and shut case and is treated as such with little for the defense to work with. However Adam who is drafted on as a junior Barrister is not so sure…
I found it very enjoyable and an easy read - especially for those who enjoy courtroom dramas.

The Suspect” by Rob Rinder is a great follow up to “The Trial” who introduced us to Adam Green, a junior barrister attempting to find his way through the cutthroat career of being a criminal barrister. The main trial, follows the prosecution of Sebastian Brooks, when national treasure Jessica Holby dies live on air. Did he do it? Was Jessica all that she seems?

Similar to the first book, I enjoy how Adam and the other barristers life is intertwined with the cases. The pacing of this book similar to the first book is medium, and in parts unfortunately it did feel as if it was dragging and it also has a fairly predictable narrative arc. It was however an enjoyable read, I *personally* preferred the first in the series.

Will definitely recommend it to mystery and thriller fans, and anyone who wants an enjoyable and engaging read.

Really enjoyed this book by Rob Rinder. Its a mix of his TV knowledge and also his legal career. The plot was fun and the characters were well written. It kept me hooked throughout.

I Normally enjoy courtroom dramas and with the author having worked in the profession I thought this would be a success. Alas, this book wasn’t for me. I couldn’t get into the writing style or story. I ended up DNF’ing the book. I might try the author again but not sure yet. I’m disappointed because the book had promise but the execution was, in my opinion, not done right for my taste.

Having read Rob Rinder’s first book, I was looking forward to this one, and wasn’t disappointed. The main character is Adam, a young barrister working his way through the legal system, and the story gives a fascinating window on our legal system and the way it works. Much more difficult for young trainees than I expected.

When Jessica Holby, a top breakfast TV presenter, suffers an allergic reaction causing her death after consuming food cooked by the resident chef, it becomes suspicious and Adam becomes involved in the case. There are a host of diverse characters involved in the plot, some more relatable than others. I found it interesting meeting characters again from the author’s first book, especially Adam’s mum with her prolific (unwanted) advice given to her son. A joy to read!

Although Sebastian Brook (the chef) Adam is helping to defend pleads guilty of murdering Jessica, he isn’t convinced and seeks interviews with staff at the TV headquarters in an attempt to find out what really happened. He is determined to seek out the truth.

There are hints of dry humour running through the storyline, along with danger, and a plot which keeps you turning the pages. Although this is the second book in the series, it is also a great read on its own. I thoroughly enjoyed the plot and feel there is more to learn about Adam. I can’t wait for Rob Rinder’s third book to read. Highly recommended.

The Suspect is the second book from Rob Rinder featuring the young barrister Adam Green. In this novel, a much loved TV celebrity dies while hosting her popular morning TV show. The resident celebrity chef is quickly arrested and Adam Green works on the case along with his more experienced colleagues.
I have enjoyed both books and find them fast paced, with interesting characters and relationships along side multiple storylines. The books also include an insight into the stressful lives of barristers and the British legal system. Highly recommended.

Another great book from Rob Rinder. It is set in the same Chambers as the previous story but Adam has been taken on as a Junior Barrister. The plot is about a TV presenter who dies on the set in front of millions of viewers after eating a dish prepared by the show’s chef. She is allergic to soy and her epi pen is missing. Did he doctor the food he had given to her and why. The story progresses and I really enjoyed the characters and cannot praise the book enough. The book moves fast and goes into the lives of many of the characters which is fun to read. As a Junior Barrister Adam is very busy and “forgets” to get in touch with his mum and she continually pesters him. I loved her comments about his love life, or lack of it. Look forward to the next book in the series (hopefully)

Another great read from Rob Rinder. In this novel we are re-united with the characters from Rob's first book The Verdict. which is about the interaction between the Barristers in Chambers.

Adam as a junior Barrister is helping to investigate the death of a TV Morning Breakfast show star. The book is written with humour and is also thought provoking in as much as when someone is found not guilty but from the world he is involved in a non guilty verdict could be more problematical.

The relationship between Adam and his Mother is just great.

As much as this is a follow on novel it is a stand alone book.

I would like to thank NetGalley and Random House UK, Cornerstone for the ARC for which I have given my unbiased review.

What a joy! If readers haven’t read Rob Rinder’s first book, The Trial, I suggest you do as you’ll feel like you already know some of the characters in The Suspect. This was a great storyline that captivated me from the start, and the insight into the British justice system, as well as the behind-the-scenes look at daytime TV was intriguing and eye-opening. As with the first book, Adam’s phone calls from his mum had me laughing out loud. Rob Rinder, you are such a comic. Please get writing – I can’t wait for the third instalment! Many thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for a really gripping and entertaining couple of days. Highly recommended by me.