Murder at the Bailey

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Dive into a gripping legal thriller with 'Murder at the Bailey,' a must-read novel that blends crime, courtroom drama, and dark humor. This captivating story revolves around a notorious loan shark who is slain in broad daylight outside the historic Old Bailey. As the tension escalates, lawyer Adrian Stanford steps up to defend the accused, all while navigating the relentless scrutiny of Detective Chief Superintendent 'Iron-Rod' Stokes. With the clock ticking down to trial, can Stanford keep his client safe in prison amidst rising stakes?

Join a vivid cast of characters, including the sharp-tongued QC Patrick 'The Edge' Gorman and the infamous judge nicknamed Mack the Knife, in an enthralling exploration of the London criminal underworld. Discover why Big Jake Davenport, the city's most feared criminal, is closely watching every twist of the case.

Written by one of Britain’s leading criminal defense lawyers, 'Murder at the Bailey' offers an entertaining and insightful glimpse into the complexities of law and morality in the UK legal system. Experience sharp dialogue, intriguing legal maneuvers, and a satirical look at the high society interactions within London’s elite.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781785907043
Year: 2022
Publisher: Biteback Publishing

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Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781785907043
Year: 2022
Publisher: Biteback Publishing


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A notorious loan shark is shot dead, in broad daylight, right outside the front doors of the Old Bailey. The killer is arrested at the scene and Adrian Stanford is lined up to take on the toughest defence case of his career. Can he steer his client past the no-nonsense Detective Chief Superintendent ‘Iron-Rod’ Stokes, hell-bent on achieving a murder conviction in his last case before retirement? That’s assuming he can keep his client alive in prison long enough for the trial to go ahead. Can his illustrious defence QC, Patrick ‘The Edge’ Gorman, swerve the case past the acerbic judge known to all as Mack the Knife, whose own resolve is being tested to the limit by an adulterous wife? And why is London underworld numero uno Big Jake Davenport showing such a keen interest in the proceedings?

A wickedly eccentric cast of brilliantly drawn characters populate this daring debut from one of Britain’s top criminal defence lawyers. Dripping with sparkling dialogue and delicious wit, Murder at the Bailey is a masterly picaresque romp through the courtrooms, custody suites and London restaurants graced by the cognoscenti.

Praise for Milner’s memoir No Lawyers in Heaven:

‘In a highly readable style with plenty of wry self-deprecating humour, Milner gives a compelling insight into a life defending some of the big-league criminal names. A must-read.’ — The Times

‘A fascinating read as a top-class criminal defence lawyer tells the story of his top-class clients and their top-class crimes’. — James Morton author of Krays: The Final Word

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