Volcano Verdict: A Luna Cruz Thriller

by Jonathan Miller and Jonathan Miller

Dead Lawyer. Drugs. Dormant Volcano? Disgraced former prosecutor Luna Cruz has one chance at redemption, defending her only client and only friend, Jen Song. Jen is a legal secretary accused of... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0967392098
• ISBN13: 9780967392097
• Release Date: September 2006
• Publisher: Cool Titles
• Length: 300 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.8" x 8.8"

Customer Reviews

The "Verdict" is in

Former District Attorney Luna Cruz, who left Crater County in disgrace after a humiliating recall vote, is given a second chance when she comes to the aid of legal secretary Jen Song, who is accused of killing her boss. Luna soon learns there is more to this case - and Jen than meets the eye. Volcano Verdict takes you on a fast paced, action packed ride into the dark side of the law, with crooked cops, corrupt lawyers and a fallen heroine, trying to redeem herself. She is tempted by easy money, promises of power and death threats at every turn. Gary A Wilson Author -The Triangle & Sake of Time Founder - The Independent Writer's Network

A GREAT READ!

Edward Hobbs was an attorney, who was about to be disbarred for transporting illegal drugs from across the border into America. He pays a price of one-million dollars for freedom, but never realized that wasn't enough. He was the boss of Jen Song, a legal secretary, who was accused of killing him, and leaving his body on top of an Albuquerque volcano. The fireworks were about to begin in Albuquerque at the same time Jen falls, and cuts her hand on a sharp edge of volcanic rock. The blood from her hand drips on the dead body of Edward Hobbs, as she stares at the strangle marks on his neck, while anticipating to make her first phone call. Jen becomes hysterical, realizing that her dyslexia and Attention Deficit hyperactivity Disorder were minor problems as compared to facing the gruesome murder of her boss. During the impending investigation of Edward Hobbs, former prosecutor Luna Cruz defends her only client, and friend, Jen Song. The nightmare begins for Luna, while she uncovers a conspiracy, involving lawyers and their connection to transporting illegal drugs from across the border. The author creates a legal thriller that becomes a masterpiece from his expertise in criminal law through experience, combined with knowledge of the Southwest detention centers. Jonathan Miller pulls no punches, while describing the horror of a career in which he lives, and speaks pure truth as he tells the story through reality. His unique background, keen sense of humor, and detailed description of crime through the eyes of an insider, makes quite an interesting read. There's never a dull moment, from the beginning of an investigation of a brutal murder to the verdict. The journey for Luna Cruz from Texas to Mexico adds more drama with a twist and surprises, while she desperately attempts to put the mysterious puzzle together, but the pieces don't fit. The dialogue in this story is rich in color. The strange characters draw a picture of the Southwest detention centers, and what goes on behind closed doors. A home for prisoners where there is no mercy, whether your guilty, or possibly innocent. I would recommend this book to all mystery lovers, who enjoy chilling stories that are packed with drama. "Volcano Verdict" is as witty as "My Cousin Vinny." Suspense blossoms like a flower throughout this thriller, as good as it was in "Presumed Innocent." Jonathan Miller manages to light-up the story, like fireworks on the fourth of July, and the volcano does erupt! Geri Ahearn, A.I.O.M. Author of 6 books Author Geri Ahearn, INC

Conflicts Galore

I experienced such a dichotomy reading this book I scarcely know where to begin. As I wrestled with whether to give this review three or four stars I considered the pros and the cons of Jonathan Miller's well-written legal thriller, VOLCANO VERDICT. Pros: Miller's writing flows fluidly and easily; even better, his writing style reflects a great deal of wit and a keen sense of humor. This makes for a very fun read. Miller is a criminal attorney, and his expertise comes through time after time, whether his characters attend hearings or file motions or issue subpoenas. And it's readily apparent Miller very much enjoys and appreciates Albuquerque and the Land of Enchantment. Cons: There are numerous typos and other errors; this book is in dire need of a competent editor (not so cool, Cool Publishing). Some of the scenes are confusing, whether it be character placement or point of view. The book's protagonists, attorney Luna Cruz and her sidekick, Jen Song, sometimes say and do very masculine things (which points out the obvious; the author is a male). In the book's climactic scene, Luna doesn't resolve her own conflict--extenuating circumstances resolve it for her. And finally, there were a couple of other issues as the story concluded that really bugged me. Miller has terrific talent; I look forward to reading his next book. VOLCANO VERDICT is a fun ride, warts or no warts. --D. Mikels, Author, Walk-On

Harlan Coben has serious competition.

Knocked my socks off - a super story, packed with surprises and twists - and, because the legal angle ran surreptitiously in the background, it didn't labour or get bogged down. Forget the Grisham thing - Jonathan Miller has placed himself as a serious rival to Harlan Coben. Great stuff, looking forward to picking up my next one.