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by Nick Stone (Author), David Thorpe (Narrator)
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  • Listening Length: 21 hours and 16 minutes
  • Program Type: Audiobook
  • Version: Unabridged
  • Publisher: Hachette Audio UK
  • Audible.co.uk Release Date: 23 Jan 2014
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B00HV671I0
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
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Terry Flynt is a struggling legal clerk, desperately trying to get promoted. And then he is given the biggest opportunity of his career: to help defend a millionaire accused of murdering a woman in his hotel suite. The only problem is that the accused man, Vernon James, turns out to be not only someone he knows, but someone he loathes.

This case could potentially make Terry's career, but how can he defend a former friend who betrayed him so badly? With the trial date looming, Terry delves deeper into Vernon's life and is forced to confront secrets from their shared past that could have devastating consequences for them both. For years he has wanted to witness Vernon's downfall, but with so much at stake, how can Terry be sure that he is guilty? And what choices must he make to ensure that justice is done?

Packed with twists, turns, and an unforgettable trial scene, The Verdict is the most page-turning British legal thriller in many years.

©2014 Nick Stone; (P)2014 Isis Publishing Ltd

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars At last a GREAT new legal thriller 24 Jan 2014
By Liz Wilkins TOP 500 REVIEWER
Format:Hardcover
Thank you to the author and publisher for the review copy.

Terry Flynt is a struggling legal clerk, desperately trying to get promoted. And then he is given the biggest opportunity of his career: to help defend a millionaire accused of murdering a woman in his hotel suite.

The only problem is that the accused man, Vernon James, turns out to be Terry's sworn enemy - a man who betrayed him and turned all his friends against him at university. This case could potentially make Terry's career, but how can he defend a man that he loathes?

So I love a good legal thriller. I like SOME Grisham, depending on how political it is and I used to adore Steve Martini's Paul Madriani books until they became way too much about government conspiracy theories. About the only legal thrillers I read these days belong to John Lescroart. When I was lucky enough to get an advance copy of "The Verdict" I was very excited, not least because Nick Stone's Mr Clarinet was a wonderful read so I knew the writing standard would be high.

I loved it. Immediately engrossed I could hardly bear to put it down. Vernon James is accused of murder - he claims innocence but the evidence is overwhelming. Terry knows Vernon of old - way back when, Vernon destroyed his life. When he is put on Vernon's case, Terry has to hide this old connection. However the past is about to come back to haunt both of them...

So well written and absolutely moving at a perfect pace, with some really terrific characters (I loved Christine, and absolutely adored Terry himself, he is so beautifully flawed in such a normal way) this was a well drawn and compelling mystery thriller. The courtroom scenes are genuinely exciting - and I do love that this is all set within the British legal system.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars READ IT!! 26 Jan 2014
Format:Kindle Edition
Suddenly out of nowhere there is a new kid on the block. Nick Stone has written a stonkingly good book that ticks all the boxes for a successful and enthrallling legal thriller. A sympathetic and flawed leading figure and hero who is well portrayed and credible and hopelessly compromised over his feelings about the accused who he has to help defend. Fast paced action whilst still leaving space for the main characters to develop. Sound knowledge of the legal system and court procedure. Good sub-characters and a series of blind allies and red herrings to further engage and confuse the reader. Oh, and most importantly the author can really write well too.

All in all this is the whole package. Comparisons are already being made - even by the publisher and publicist - to John Grisham. I find the comparison facile. Nick Stone is a far better writer in my opinion and can really tell a tale. Highly recommended.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Not The Same Old Thing 25 Feb 2014
By Tellee
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
I really enjoyed this book. The characters were well drawn and it was pacey without being frantic. It wasn't at all obvious hoe the plot was going to unfold which meant the interest was held at all times. I also liked the way the personal relationships were portrayed. Having a cross between a detective story and a courtroom drama made a pleasant change from the old staid format.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars THE VERDICT IS YES 2 Feb 2014
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I bought this book after reading the first two rave reviews. Firstly, I had a sample sent to my kindle, as it is not always a good idea to rely on other peoples judgment. After reading the sample I could hardly wait to download the full book. I am honestly enjoying every page of this book. There is so much to say about it. The plot is easy to follow, there is much about the legal system which is revealed to the reader, making it informative as well as entertaining. The main characters are well defined and easy to understand. I would like to add, I normally do not read this type of book I am more into historical books or ones about family sagas, but reading this has just caught me. All and all a really wonderful read.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A great read! 10 Mar 2014
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Could not put it down! Really enjoyed this, so much life was put on hold for 24 hours......can't wait for the next one!
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5.0 out of 5 stars couldn't put it down. 25 Feb 2014
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One of the best books I've come across. I hope hs others will be as good. A hard act to follow but Grisham did it....
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Angela
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I've read two Nick Stone books before, "Mr Clarinet" and "Voodoo Eyes". I really enjoyed them so I ordered "The Verdict".

Loved it! This is every bit as good as the reviews say it is. Others have summed up the plot really well, so I won't add to that, except to say that there are some very unexpected twists in the tale, and you won't see the ending coming. Most of the reviewers have singled out the courtroom finale in particular for praise. I too give it top marks.

There are some "laugh out loud" moments in "The Verdict", mostly in the way the narrator Terry copes and deals with a horrible work colleague he has nicknamed Adolph, and some of my favourite lines in the book come early when Terry describes his attitude to office life. This is just one of the examples of what makes Nick Stone stand out of the crowd, he does not just write a good story. All the characters are well rounded and the descriptions make you feel like you are actually there, as he has done with his previous books.

I'm a big fan of legal thrillers, especially John Grisham "The Verdict" is every bit as good as the best of his work. It is paced and structured in the style of an American legal thriller, without sacrificing its Britishness – yes Nick Stone is one of our own.

It's fast, furious and very difficult to put down, but it is not a book to discard after reading as you will want to read it again to find all the clues.

I don't know if Nick Stone plans to write another "Terry Flynt" book or more legal thrillers, but I certainly hope so. "The Verdict" is great.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Really enjoyable
Very good thriller, read it on a flight and the time whizzed by. Strongly recommended - well written and compelling.
Published 2 days ago by Dilettante
2.0 out of 5 stars Rather like the curate's egg...
.... i.e., good in parts only. It takes a while to get going, but the middle section (until almost the trial) was gripping and hard to put down, but it all fell apart after that. Read more
Published 3 days ago by Richard Carter
5.0 out of 5 stars Best crime novel I have read for a long time
A fast paced legal thriller by a winner of the CWA steel dagger award. I agree with Mark Billingham, The Verdict is in a style that reminded me of John Grisham at his best. Read more
Published 29 days ago by Lyn Brown
4.0 out of 5 stars Liked it but didn't love it
On the positive side, this book has a great plot and I really wanted to know what would happen next. I liked Terry, he was both believable and flawed. Read more
Published 29 days ago by Daisy
4.0 out of 5 stars Great
I loved the quirkiness of this set up and the amount of research which the author must have done was awe inspiring
Published 1 month ago by howgego?
4.0 out of 5 stars A real page turner
This was a great read and well written. I would certainly read this author again. The reason why I didn't give five stars is that I found part of the book a bit dragged out and... Read more
Published 1 month ago by geraldine normoyle
3.0 out of 5 stars A bit of a spoiler alert
This story was spoiled by inconsistency. I don't like to spoil endings and stories because others may like things I don't but I can't really say why I didn't like this book much... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Margaret Foster
3.0 out of 5 stars My verdict!
Quite an enjoyable read although a bit long winded at bits of the storyline.
The main character was likeable but parts of the story did not hold me. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Gillian McKnight
3.0 out of 5 stars good but not great
When i started this book I really enjoying it but the more I read the more improbable and utterly unlikely the story became. And then there were so many inaccuracies. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Sandie
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