The Gods of Guilt

By: Michael Connelly

Narrated by: Peter Giles

INSPIRATION FOR THE ORIGINAL SERIES THE LINCOLN LAWYER–THE #1 TV SHOW ON NETFLIX

Defense attorney Mickey Haller is forced to bend the law until it breaks when he is hired to defend a man accused of killing a prostitute in this novel of courtroom suspense, the "best one yet" (The Washington Post).

Mickey Haller gets the text, "Call me ASAP—187," and the California penal code for murder immediately gets his attention. Murder cases have the highest stakes and the biggest paydays, and they always mean Haller has to be at the top of his game.

When Mickey learns that the victim was his own former client, a prostitute he thought he had rescued and put on the straight and narrow path, he knows he is on the hook for this one. He soon finds out that she was back in LA and back in the life. Far from saving her, Mickey may have been the one who put her in danger.

Haunted by the ghosts of his past, Mickey must work tirelessly and bring all his skill to bear on a case that could mean his ultimate redemption or proof of his ultimate guilt. The Gods of Guilt shows once again why "Michael Connelly excels, easily surpassing John Grisham in the building of courtroom suspense" (Los Angeles Times).

©2013 Michael Connelly (P)2013 Hachette Audio

Critic reviews

"The combination of this fast-paced courtroom drama and Giles's steady and consistent narration makes for an engrossing listening experience…Giles's rich portrayals help listeners differentiate the multiple characters as Haller becomes convinced that his client is not only innocent but also the victim of an elaborate setup involving local police and DEA agents." (AudioFile)

"Connelly knows when to put his foot on the gas and when to take it off. Once he has you on board, turning the pages, you won't want to climb off." (Boston Globe)

"Haller is the kind of slick, cynical showman who can't resist making high drama out of every legal procedure....There's always something deadly serious behind Connelly's entertaining courtroom high jinks" (New York Times Book Review)

Good Reader/Good Story

Good story line with plenty of twists to keep you interested. The reader could be understood. He had a pleasant voice and did a good job with all the different characters. Recommend to anyone looking for a good mystery.

Unbelievable. Connelly just keeps getting better.

I grabbed the first Lincoln Lawyer from Audible on a $4.95 sale and immediately liked it a lot. Since then, I have worked my way through all of the Mickey Haller novels, and have been amazed at how they have continued to get better: more intriguing, better character development, more intricate storylines, and Connelly never "cheaps out" by leaving a bunch of loose ends. This one ties together in a very satisfying way, and once again, left me wanting another book to read with the same characters. Connelly is seriously blurring the line between high-quality escapist fiction and legit literature. Looking forward to the next one coming out in November 2015.

Of note: this narrator is not my favorite; he occasionally has the emphasis on the wrong word, and his middle-aged, established police officers often sound more like angry street punks, but he is not the worst by any stretch. I think he does the main character's voice very well, and does not have the annoying habit of making female voices sound like prepubescent boys.

This is my kind of story

Connelly never disappoints! Strong characters with a great story that moves along and takes you in...

Another totally enjoyable Connelly novel

You won't regret getting this novel if you have enjoyed other "Lincoln Lawyer" type Connelly LA lawyer novels. Thoroughly enjoyed. Great plot.

spell binding.

A OK, HELD.MY INTEREST FROM START TO FINISH. CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF COURT ROOM DRAMA

Very solid story

Awsome reader and story . Can't wait till the next book. Connelly is a great writer. The reader fits the book amazingly well.

One of the best in the series

Occasionally, I feel as if this series is sort of "phoned in," but "The Gods of Guilt" is thrilling - realistic and dynamic characters, fast moving story and a passionate Mickey Haller, defending his client. Good use of the court room without getting too bogged down in procedure. Peter Giles did a great job bringing the diverse characters to life.

Engaging Read

Where does The Gods of Guilt rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Top 100, a good book if you want to be distracted.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

No though it was engaging.

What about Peter Giles’s performance did you like?

Excellent

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No, periodically needed a break

Another great story by Connelly

Although Peter Giles "female voice" isn't as good as some readers' the overall performance was quite good, and the story was very captivating. Try it, you'll like it!

Best Haller book in years!

I'm a big MC fan and have read all of the Bosch books and almost all of the Haller books. After being disappointed by the Fifth Witness, I was very pleased with this one.

It's smart, suspenseful, surprising and believable. This is a great novel.