I was excited to read this and as I read it I could almost hear Judge Rinder reading it for me. It’s not the most exciting of stories, although I did enjoy it, and I thought it a little predictable. Saying that, I would choose to read another book by Rob Rinder.. Thank you to Random House UK, Cornerstone | Century for allowing me to read this book.

When UK morning TV star Hannah Holby dies live on air, it's a national shock. The case initially points to celebrity chef Sebastian Brooks, but junior barrister Adam Green uncovers a web of secrets in the glamorous yet cutthroat TV world. As Adam delves deeper, he realizes that Hannah’s seemingly perfect image masked a host of enemies. This gripping courtroom thriller offers an authentic look at the pressures of junior barristers and promises a compelling read. Fans of legal mysteries will enjoy this standalone, even as they anticipate the next instalment.

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A lighthearted read, it reminded me of Richard Osman's The Thursday Murder Club/TV programme Silk. I do feel that with the author's career history, I would have expected his book to have a more serious approach to courtroom, legal system, which I would have preferred.

Rob Rinder writes as well as he presents on TV, he has a high degree of knowledge as one would expect of a respected judge. This second outing featuring his lawyer hero does not disappoint. Humorous interplay between characters and an intriguing who dunnit makes for a highly entertaining read which I can highly recommend. Brilliant. Thank you Netgalley and the publishers for an advance read of The Suspect.

The Suspect is the second book in Rob Rinder’s Adam Green series and begins with the murder of a popular television presenter,Jessica Holby, co-host of “Wake Up Britain!” Jessica is murdered live on screen from anaphylactic shock brought on by tasting a dish prepared by celebrity chef Sebastian Brooks. Brooks is the prime suspect after it is discovered that the dish was laced with an ingredient to which it was public knowledge that Jessica was allergic.and he was contracted to ensure he never used it. An open and shut case for the prosecution, but when Adam is put on the defense team, suddenly there's more happening than the brash newspaper headlines.
Once again Rob Rinder has written an engaging, amusing and well crafted novel. Can't wait to read what happens next for Adam.

I never repeat the blurb.
An excellent fllow-up to the first book. Another great insight into life in Chambers with young Adam Green as he tackles the enormous workloads brought about by two very contrasting cases.
Looking forward to the next one - get writing!

Absolutely loved this book! From page one I was hooked and couldn’t wait to pick the book back up. Can’t wait to read more by this author.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

The second in the series by Rob Rinder once again centres round Adam Green and the legal practice he works in.The main plot concerns the murder of a television personality who collapsed during a live broadcast and is found to have been fed a substance to which she was known to have an allergy to. When a celebrity chef working on the show is charged with murder Adam is made part of the team for the defence working for the lead barrister. There is also a subplot of another case he is involved in concerning organised crime.
I have read other novels this year written by members of the legal profession and this is not best of them.Some of the characters are too stereotyped and at times the story did not flow well although there are good insights into the workings of a legal practice.
That being said the author injects humour especially in the interactions between Adam and his Jewish mother and I once again enjoyed reading this second episode and would happily read any further offerings.

I was sent an advance proof copy of The Suspect by Rob Rinder to read and review by NetGalley. This is another great read from Rob Rinder. We meet the same characters as in his previous novel The Trial, tackling interesting cases and trying to maintain a work-life balance. I particularly enjoyed the phone conversations that protagonist Adam had with his mother that are scattered throughout the book – very entertaining. Once again the author gives great insight into our judicial system in the UK without ever being dry or boring. A great read.

Another glimpse into life in legal chambers, following the life of Adam Green, a hard-working junior barrister.

I really enjoyed the first book in this series and rejoining the firm was equally enjoyable in this, the second book.

I found this to be a light, easy read, following the mysterious case of the death of a tv celebrity. The book also gives the reader an insight into what a challenging world working in legal chambers might be like for other staff.

The plot also includes a glimpse at other cases ongoing that Adam is involved in. I enjoy the conversations between Adam and his mother, a typical caring and interfering woman.

This book was a fun and interesting read.

I loved this book, the second in the series, if you enjoyed the first one then this is also brilliant. So well written, a great plot with plenty of wit and amusing cultural references. Adam is now a junior barrister and his time in Chambers is well described. His mother is fabulous! Great storyline and excellent pace, highly recommend!

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The Suspect by Rob Rinder
Century, 20th June 2024

The story revolves around celebrity chef Sebastian Brooks, who is accused of murdering Jessica, a well-loved television presenter, by presenting her with a meal containing an ingredient she was allergic to; her epi-pen having been hidden.

There is also the case of Alexei, who is assuming guilt for the stash of weapons found under his bed.

These two cases are attended by Adam, an up-and-coming junior barrister.

This was an excellent read, with insight into the fascinating machinations of the halls of justice. It held my interest throughout, and the characterisation was such that I felt I knew the people involved. It was such a treat to read this well-crafted and compelling book.

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Thanks to Century and Rob Rinder for providing an eARC via NetGalley; this is my unbiased review.

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When the UK's favourite breakfast TV presenter dies live on air in front of millions of viewers, the nation is left devastated.

More devastated still when it becomes clear that her death was not an accident.

The evidence points to one culprit: celebrity chef Sebastian Brooks. But junior barrister Adam Green is about to discover that the case is not as open-and-shut as it first seemed.

And although her angelic persona would suggest otherwise, she was not short of enemies in the glittery TV world . . .

I was asked by NetGalley to review this book -2nd book in the series but this can easily be read as a stand alone book.

Well written and from a law perpective Rob brings in his experience, knowledge makes his experience accessible and writes good stories. Ths is the Adam Green series - Shows just how challenging a career in law is, justice and how life does not alway go as you want it to.

Recommended read.

A famous TV host dies on live television; all the evidence points to the TV chef. Adam, a junior barrister, is called onto the team to defend the TV chef. Not everything is as it seems. For me, there was too much detail, and I lost the thread in a few places. I also wonder whether reading the first book may have given context to some of the characters. I wanted to like the book but was disappointed.

A very enjoyable follow up book although it can be read as a standalone. Good that all the main characters are back again but glad that there is a lot less of Jonathan! A good storyline that leaves you wondering where it will go but with some nice additional side line storylines too.

A fast-paced courtroom thriller. I enjoyed the references to well-known tv shows and the humour in this book.

An entertaining courtroom mystery thriller and follow-up to 'The Trial'. When a breakfast TV presenter chokes to death live on air, suspicion falls on celebrity chef Sebastian Brooks who cooked the food that was poisoned. Is this an open and shut case? Junior barrister Adam Green is not so sure. A legal eagle lover's delight.

I had not read the first book in this series but that didn't matter .I liked the character of Adam Green who is now a Junior Barrister .The story is fast paced ,enjoyable and interesting .I loved the conversations between Adam and his Mum .A great read I look forward to reading more from this Author .Thank you to NetGalley for my ARC

I really enjoyed this book, where Adam take on a seemingly impossible case, with a client who is clearly not telling everything he could which could put reasonable doubt on his case. I particularly enjoyed Adam’s relationship with his Jewish mother. Their conversations were hysterically funny. It would have been a 5 star if it wasn’t for so many characters introduced in the early chapters, and I’m not sure how necessary all of those were. This is obviously one book in what will become a series as we see Adam rise through the professional ranks in court. A really good read.