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Death, Adjourned

Charles Holborne Legal Thrillers, Book 9

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Death, Adjourned

By: Simon Michael
Narrated by: Colin Mace
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A gritty urban legal thriller you don’t want to miss! Perfect for fans of John Grisham, Robert Bailey, Michael Connelly and Robert Dugoni.

Has Charles picked the wrong side…?

London, 1969: The Kray twins, the nemeses of Charles Holborne, barrister, are finally convicted of multiple murders and sent away for the longest prison terms ever imposed by a British court. But with London in the grip of a housing crisis and unscrupulous landlords hiking rents, there are new ruthless enforcers terrorizing destitute East Enders. When a tenant dies during a violent altercation with bailiffs, Charles is instructed to represent the businessmen charged with conspiracy to murder.

There is motive, an eyewitness, and a confession–seemingly an open and shut case. But Charles suspects his clients are pawns in a much more dangerous game being played by shadowy Establishment figures. But are his instincts wrong this time? Is he being manipulated into defending a guilty man? And as dark secrets are revealed, will he have to choose between moral integrity and professional success?

DEATH, ADJOURNED is the ninth crime novel in an exciting historical series, the Charles Holborne Legal Thrillers—gritty, hard-boiled mysteries set in 1960s London.

©2024 Simon Michael (P)2024 Simon Michael 20th Century City Life Genre Fiction Historical Fiction Thriller & Suspense Urban Crime Exciting Law England Fiction Hiking Thriller Murder

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Critic reviews

"A gripping legal thriller that triumphs... characters that leap off the page. A compelling page-turner." —Sam Blake, author of the Cathy Connolly thriller series

"A hugely entertaining and well-constructed legal thriller with the unmistakable ring of authenticity." —David Beckler, author of the Antonia Conti series.
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I download and listen to a lot of crime fiction (I have 890 Audible books). Take it from me this is a masterful book. like all in the series is brilliantly read. And the story has wonderful twists and turns. Just as you think all is lost Charlie comes up with the goods. But the utter genius is how he does it! Do yourself a favour and download this absolut Diamond book!

Diamond Book

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I’ve listened to all of the Charles Holbourne series and just love them. The characters continue to develop and being a child of the sixties it is fascinating to revisit those incredible times and be reminded of various sometimes terrifying events.
I think Eddie Flynn and the Lincoln Lawyer have a serious rival. Thank you Simon, can’t wait for the next one!
Sorry can’t believe I forgot this on first review. The narrator,Colin Mace, is outstanding and definitely adds to the experience. Great team work!

Just gets better and better!

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So sad this is the last in the series. Hopefully more? Colin Mace has such a lovely voice, and he brings the characters to life. Will look for others narrated by him. Best series ever.

Brilliant Story

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Death Adjourned is the ninth book in The Charles Holborne series. The talented author Simon Michael is master of surprises.
His attention to detail superb, the historical facts fascinating . One becomes so enthralled you have to keep listening. Simon is a
great story teller who builds your curiosity. Definitely recommend you listen to all nine books, you won't be disappointed.
Now waiting patiently for book 10!

Riveting!

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I have thoroughly enjoyed all the previous Charles Holborne stories and this is no exception. I love how the leading characters have developed together with a fascinating insight into the legal system post war and on through the 1960’s. I really hope there will be more in the series.

Another Brilliant Listen

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I am a great fan of legal thrillers particularly when they are connected to historical fact. I started with The Brief about a month ago and have binged the whole set.

The characters feel very familiar and I recognise several uncanny parallels with my own family history.

The books are absorbing and thoroughly entertaining. I absolutely recommend them and can’t wait to find out what happens next to Charles and Sally.

I love the authenticity of this and Simon’s other books

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I love this series of books, they just keep getting better and better. I enjoy the fiction into woven with factorial event. This is my favourite book so far.

Best so far

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Latest in the Charles Holborne series. Well written and researched story that kept me captivated throughout ! If you haven’t read/listened to this series then I would highly recommended getting them all ! As usual the Colin Mace narration is great too.

A Great Listen !

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I love this series and have listened to all the books. Simon Michael captures the feeling of London in the 60s. He is the same age as I am so was young in the period he writes about but he has a a good feeling for what London was like at that time and for the cultural mores of the period too. I am familiar with all the areas he writes about and felt they were described with authenticity.



The narration is fabulous. Pronunciations of words are perfect throughout, the voices are disticlnct and consistent and the accents are excellent.

Altogether this is a thoroughly engaging series of legal thrillers. I hope that there are more in the offing Thank you Mr Michael

Excellent series overall

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As always with this series, beautifully written, appropriately researched and a read which you can’t help but think about between opportunities to listen.
Roll on the next instalment of Charles and Sally’s journey entwined with legal history.

Engaging, thought provoking and highly enjoyable.

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