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.

I was so lucky to get a review copy of this. I hadn't read The Trial so I bought that first and read which set me up with anticipation for the second novel with Adam Green. Adam is likeable and easy to connect with. It was also good to reconnect with other characters we met during The Trial. The storyline was great - an insight into showbiz and the law. I love the relationship with Adam and his mother. A great read with some good twists.

A popular TV presenter dies on live television of an allergic reaction, and all signs point towards the show's chef as having committed the crime as he and the rest of the staff knew of her allergies.

After successfully earning a place at Stag Court in the previous book, Junior Barrister Adam Green is assigned onto his defence team - could anyone else have wanted her dead?

This is another immensely enjoyable read - 5*.

‘The Suspect’ by Rob Rinder is the famous TV judge and author’s second novel featuring barrister Adam Green. This instalment begins as morning television darling Jessica Holby takes her last breaths live in front of 1.2 million viewers, suffering from a severe allergic reaction. Since everyone in the Wake Up Britain! studio was well aware of her allergy to soy, including the esteemed resident chef Sebastian Brooks, it’s clear that her demise was not an accident. Months later, Adam becomes the junior assigned to defend Brooks against a murder charge.

I did find this novel quite similar in structure to the first book, giving it a fairly predictable narrative arc. While the plot points are realistic and likely follow Rinder’s real-life experiences, I felt like there was some repetition.

However, the characters at Stag Court Chambers are an interesting bunch which makes the series immensely readable! I particularly enjoyed seeing Adam and Georgia as friends and colleagues rather than rivals for tenancy, and the absence of Rupert with stress was relatable. The book did an excellent job of demonstrating how difficult, sometimes unfulfilling and occasionally dangerous being a junior barrister is, and how rising to the top is an arduous path.

The key mystery itself was gripping and had dashes of celebrity glamour to captivate the reader. A side plot relating to gang culture was an interesting and eye-opening diversion that raised many moral questions. Adam’s mother again provided comic relief, determined to find him a wife and hear about his famous connections!

Overall, I would recommend this novel to fans of the first, or to anyone who wants an informative and engrossing view of the British justice system. I’m giving 3.5 stars (rounded up!) and hoping that there will be a Book 3, perhaps with a somewhat different structure but the same loveable characters.

I received an advance Digital Review Copy of this book from the publisher Random House, Cornerstone via NetGalley. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.

The last book was just *chefs kiss* and I’ve been SO looking forward to the follow up. The last one was a solid and mahusive 5 stars and this one lived up to everything I thought and hoped it would be.

The same fab writing at the first, a plot to invest you and have you steaming through the pages. We’re back with Adam who is an easily likeable character and we get to follow him in his work as a Junior Barrister which comes with all sorts of challenges and moral dilemmas.

This book was just so damn easy to read and I couldn’t wait to get back to it whenever I had to put it down. The stories were compelling and I loved following the cases and the court drama - it never got old! Also, love the phone calls Adam has with his mum, they’re always super entertaining and I always look forward to their interactions.

It’s another ‘I couldn’t give less than 5 stars’ and I look forward to more in this series!

A real mixture of characters makes this a thoroughly enjoyable read. A clever mix of knowledge about the law and what goes on in court and day time tv drama when a well loved presenter dies in front of the camera. is it murder or accident? Is she the nice person everyone thinks or is that just a cover to the real person who thinks nothing of causing trouble?

I haven't read The Trial which is the book featuring the same characters in The Suspect. I didn't need to read it to make sense of this but plot spoilers are contained within this book.

The main character is a newly accepted barrister in Stag Court working ridiculous hours to prove himself worthy of his tenancy. He's juggling tw cases, one of which is taking up considerably more time as it involves the murdder of daytime host seen live on TV by millions. Every newspaper, online forum and social media app is covering every aspect of the story they can think of,

As readers, we closely follow behind the scenes workings of courts and Chambers as solicitors and barristers work hard to secure the right judgement for those being prosecuted.

I enjoy crime books and this was a refreshing take on the genre. I didn't guess what had actually happened and I had no idea of the motivation. I have bought the previous installment and I'll read it when I've forgotten the spoilers from this book! An enjoyable story.

Oh my gosh, so lovely to see Adam and his mum again!Feels like putting on a comfy pair of shoes. I loved this second book and it made me smile with the Susannah Reid-esque versus Gino de Campo type murder puzzle (other presenters and chefs are available) but so funny and a great, entertaining read with a sneaky peak through the keyhole at the legal system from a writer who knows how it works and writes about it confidently and not cliched.

Adam is a great character, very naive but dedicated to his career and his annoying mum and her values ! I love his relationships with the other junior barristers, and as mentioned above, enjoyed the realistic insights into the legal world and the hierarchy within it. It was great to see returning characters, although this could be read as a standalone.

More please! .
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review the digital ARC.

Thanks NetGalley for the ARC.

After reading The Trial, Rob Rinders debut book, I couldn't wait to get my hands on the second instalment.

Following an eventful pupillage Adam Green is now in his first year as a junior barrister. Trying to find his feet and his own contacts Adam is once again thrown in the deep end of a high profile case.

Jessica Holby, breakfast TV presenter and nations sweetheart, is murdered on live tv in front of millions. While the whole nation is in shock the main suspect is her co star celebrity chef Sebastian Brooks. In what appears to be an open and shut case Adam has to fill in last minute for a sick colleague. But is Sebastian really guilty and is Jessica as squeaky clean as her persona?

Brilliantly written, interwoven with another case and the hilarious calls Adam has with his mum this is another winner from the author. I have really enjoyed going back to the characters and 'team' that were introduced in the first book. Here's hoping there's a third instalment in the pipeline.

The Suspect has the return of junior barrister Adam Green from the previous excellent book The Trial. He now has the added pressure of bringing in legal cases for his chambers and being kept extremely busy by other senior barristers .
Here we have two cases Adam has to help prepare for trial. One involves a morning TV star dying on air with an anaphylactic shock after tasting a meal the tv chef prepared, he is being charged with murder. The other involves a young boy who is covering for his criminal brother by admitting that guns found in his room linked to a serious crime are his.
Both cases are well described and the court cases, legal arguments and examination of the accused from defence and prosecution barristers make for exciting reading.
Adam does his utmost in both cases to investigate and find all he can to help both characters though his efforts and discoveries are not taken seriously enough by senior counsel in each case.
The chapters that have Adam and his mother speaking to each other on the phone provide much humour and insight into Adams character adding extra depth.
I hope we continue to hear more of Adam and I look forward to seeing his growth as he gains more experience and confidence in his legal career.
An enjoyable well written entertaining read. My thanks to net galley and publisher for the opportunity to review this book honestly.