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Abby Endicott #3
The Fens
Pamela Wechsler's enthralling series returns with The Fens, and promises to shock readers old and new.
Chief of homicide district attorney Abby Endicott hasn't had the easiest adjustment to normal life. Her wealthy Boston family has cut her off because of her dangerous job, her new apartment with her musician boyfriend Ty is not up to her standards, and her impending position as godmother to her new niece or nephew is overwhelming. However, her personal life is about to be put on hold when the catcher for the Red Sox goes missing and she gets the case.
Soon, it's not just a case of a missing celebrity. Another player turns up dead and the frantic search for Rudy Maddox escalates. It's when Abby discovers greased baseballs and mysterious sums of cash belonging to the victims that she realizes this goes far deeper than she realizes, and it may be more than just the Red Sox's season in danger.
Chief of homicide district attorney Abby Endicott hasn't had the easiest adjustment to normal life. Her wealthy Boston family has cut her off because of her dangerous job, her new apartment with her musician boyfriend Ty is not up to her standards, and her impending position as godmother to her new niece or nephew is overwhelming. However, her personal life is about to be put on hold when the catcher for the Red Sox goes missing and she gets the case.
Soon, it's not just a case of a missing celebrity. Another player turns up dead and the frantic search for Rudy Maddox escalates. It's when Abby discovers greased baseballs and mysterious sums of cash belonging to the victims that she realizes this goes far deeper than she realizes, and it may be more than just the Red Sox's season in danger.
293 pages, Hardcover
Published May 1, 2018
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About the author
Pamela Wechsler
5 books77 followersPAMELA WECHSLER spent over fifteen years working as a criminal prosecutor at the local, state and federal levels. She has served as an assistant district attorney and assistant attorney general in Boston, and she was a trial attorney for the Department of Justice in Washington, D.C.. She has investigated and prosecuted a wide variety of crimes, including: murder, witness intimidation, sexual assault, drug trafficking, stock market manipulation, and political corruption.
Pam moved to Los Angeles to work as a legal consultant and writer and producer for network television shows. Her credits include: Doubt; Law and Order; Law and Order: Criminal Intent; Law and Order: Trial by Jury; Conviction; and Canterbury's Law.
Pam grew up in the Boston area and is a graduate of Tufts and Boston University School of Law. She is now the author of Mission Hill, The Graves, and The Fens (coming in May 2018). Currently, she is a writer and producer of the CBS drama Bull.
Pam moved to Los Angeles to work as a legal consultant and writer and producer for network television shows. Her credits include: Doubt; Law and Order; Law and Order: Criminal Intent; Law and Order: Trial by Jury; Conviction; and Canterbury's Law.
Pam grew up in the Boston area and is a graduate of Tufts and Boston University School of Law. She is now the author of Mission Hill, The Graves, and The Fens (coming in May 2018). Currently, she is a writer and producer of the CBS drama Bull.
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June 30, 2018
The Fens is a crime investigation/courtroom drama...with a clever sports twist. I really enjoyed the Boston references. (I am a sucker for anything New England). I did feel like I was reading a script for an hour long prime time courtroom drama more than a book....which I NOW completely understand why... The author, Pamela Wechsler is a producer & legal consultant on many Law & Order shows. A quick read, good for anyone who enjoys a good Boston, Massachusetts setting with a little bit of classic Boston baseball.
3-stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️
3-stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️
September 26, 2018
The Drive Thru at a Fast Food Murder Mystery.
"Hello?"
"Yea can i have a....hello?!"
"Can i have two dead baseball players one gay, a sexy prosecutor, a sexy detective, extra sexual tension sauce, and uhm a District Attorney with political ambitions."
"yea that's it...oh and an extra large martini. Make that two!"
"Thanks"
A super sized episode of Law and Order.
My one complaint is the motive. You kill two people over that?
A good meal but nothing memorable.
"Hello?"
"Yea can i have a....hello?!"
"Can i have two dead baseball players one gay, a sexy prosecutor, a sexy detective, extra sexual tension sauce, and uhm a District Attorney with political ambitions."
"yea that's it...oh and an extra large martini. Make that two!"
"Thanks"
A super sized episode of Law and Order.
My one complaint is the motive. You kill two people over that?
A good meal but nothing memorable.
November 9, 2018
I was happy to find a book set in Boston. It's a simple read but ok. Abby Endicott is a prosecutor who works to put felons away.
Her family knows how dangerous the job is and has cut off her trust fund so she's "poor". She thinks her job is much more important than money. In fact tells us so, ad nauseum.
Still has regrets over giving up Prada and other expensive nonsense. Complains about budget, but eats out all the time, and drinks way too much.
Hopefully, by the end of this story, she's off the excess wine, and learns to embrace her family values, such as her new godchild.
She's looking for a missing Red Sox catcher, and also finds another dead. The reason for the killings she learns... ridiculous.
I see the author consults on a lot of legal type tv shows. Now "Bull". I guess that explains why DNA can be processed overnight on "Bull" and how trials happen in a matter of days after the crime.
Still an ok read, so I'd read another of her books sometime.
Her family knows how dangerous the job is and has cut off her trust fund so she's "poor". She thinks her job is much more important than money. In fact tells us so, ad nauseum.
Still has regrets over giving up Prada and other expensive nonsense. Complains about budget, but eats out all the time, and drinks way too much.
Hopefully, by the end of this story, she's off the excess wine, and learns to embrace her family values, such as her new godchild.
She's looking for a missing Red Sox catcher, and also finds another dead. The reason for the killings she learns... ridiculous.
I see the author consults on a lot of legal type tv shows. Now "Bull". I guess that explains why DNA can be processed overnight on "Bull" and how trials happen in a matter of days after the crime.
Still an ok read, so I'd read another of her books sometime.
June 4, 2018
The 3rd book in the Abby Endicott series is a good one.
Abby is a Boston Homicide Prosecutor, and this case involves The Boston Red Sox.
I think it helps if you've read the two previous books in the series.
I am a fan.
Abby is a Boston Homicide Prosecutor, and this case involves The Boston Red Sox.
I think it helps if you've read the two previous books in the series.
I am a fan.
July 15, 2018
Too easy.
December 11, 2018
Catchers have disappeared, and the pitcher becomes the prime target - not only for a batter's line drive, but also for a double murder investigation. Enter assistant DA Abby Endicott who's out to prove a lot of things to many different people - her partner, her boyfriend, her blue-blood family, and the politically-connected DA. Her case is good, but roadblock after roadblock gets in her way as witnesses start dropping like fly balls on a sunny day in Fenway. A well-paced story with good backstories and appropriate sub-plots. First book I've read in the series, but definitely not the last. I received an advanced digital copy through #NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
August 26, 2018
3.5 stars. A very entertaining book that had a stronger plot than many mysteries. The Boston and Boston-area references keep the reading fun and engaging.
December 20, 2018
This is the third in the series in the this is the third in the series and the third book my husband has read to me. We enjoyed this one as we did the others and realize we're learning more about the legal process as we had to look up fewer legal terms this time. I found this one to be less gorean gruesome than the previous to and enjoyed it more as it was more focused on the details of the court process. As we are Baseball fans we found the baseball component of the story engaging as well. Wondering if there will be a number four.
June 3, 2018
St. Martin's Press and NetGalley provided me with an electronic copy of The Fens. I was under no obligation to review this book and my opinion is freely given.
Boston’s chief homicide prosecutor Abby Endicott is still trying to adjust to life without the privilege of her wealthy family. Cut off monetarily due to her career choice, Abby's new apartment with her boyfriend Ty leaves little to be desired. When a high profile murder case crosses Abby's desk, will Abby be able to put her personal issues aside and solve the case?
Having read the previous books in this series, I can honestly say that The Fens is the weakest of the three by far. Abby's character development is mostly stalled in this book, with the details of her personal life remaining mainly the same. Delving into the area of professional sports, the author did a good job of bringing to life the inner workings of a major league baseball team and its ballpark. I enjoyed the trip around Fenway and the surrounding area, but I thought that the author glossed over the issues with traffic around the ballpark and the fans collective passion for the players. Some of the plot points seemed to be there just to move the story along, especially in regards to Ty's lack of regard for Abby's safety. The crime and the investigation were the best part of The Fens and I wish that the author had chosen to focus more on those aspects. For readers new to the series, I would recommend reading the books in order. As a quick beach read for those who like legal thrillers and mystery, The Fens moved along at a good pace. I do like the character of Abby Endicott, so I would be willing to give the series another shot.
Boston’s chief homicide prosecutor Abby Endicott is still trying to adjust to life without the privilege of her wealthy family. Cut off monetarily due to her career choice, Abby's new apartment with her boyfriend Ty leaves little to be desired. When a high profile murder case crosses Abby's desk, will Abby be able to put her personal issues aside and solve the case?
Having read the previous books in this series, I can honestly say that The Fens is the weakest of the three by far. Abby's character development is mostly stalled in this book, with the details of her personal life remaining mainly the same. Delving into the area of professional sports, the author did a good job of bringing to life the inner workings of a major league baseball team and its ballpark. I enjoyed the trip around Fenway and the surrounding area, but I thought that the author glossed over the issues with traffic around the ballpark and the fans collective passion for the players. Some of the plot points seemed to be there just to move the story along, especially in regards to Ty's lack of regard for Abby's safety. The crime and the investigation were the best part of The Fens and I wish that the author had chosen to focus more on those aspects. For readers new to the series, I would recommend reading the books in order. As a quick beach read for those who like legal thrillers and mystery, The Fens moved along at a good pace. I do like the character of Abby Endicott, so I would be willing to give the series another shot.
February 24, 2019
At the start of Pamela Wechsler’s riveting third Abigail Endicott Mystery, “The Fens,” the homicide prosecutor works a missing case at Fenway Park.
Abigail and her on again/off again boyfriend Ty are assaulted after leaving the Golden Temple in Brookline along Beacon Street. A man jumps Ty from behind, pulling out a gun and demanding that Ty cooperate and hand over the plastic bag in his hand, which turns out to be Ty’s lunch from earlier.
A case of mistaken identity quickly escalates into a racial profiling case. As Abigail questions the man who identifies himself as a Boston police officer, his motives for stopping them doesn’t sit well with her. The cop informs Abigail that they’re looking for a drug dealer who resembles her boyfriend Ty, tall and dark skin.
Abigail flashes the man her credentials and soon settles the situation, but after the cop apologizes, the plot jump-starts into the fast paced metropolis of Boston when Abigail receives a call from her superior that Red Sox starting catcher Rudy Maddox hasn’t showed up for the game.
Abigail sets off to Fenway Park only to become embroiled in a case of drugs and mistaken identity. “The Fens” is sure to please and shock readers. It is a solid whodunit, a highlight for mystery lovers.
Abigail and her on again/off again boyfriend Ty are assaulted after leaving the Golden Temple in Brookline along Beacon Street. A man jumps Ty from behind, pulling out a gun and demanding that Ty cooperate and hand over the plastic bag in his hand, which turns out to be Ty’s lunch from earlier.
A case of mistaken identity quickly escalates into a racial profiling case. As Abigail questions the man who identifies himself as a Boston police officer, his motives for stopping them doesn’t sit well with her. The cop informs Abigail that they’re looking for a drug dealer who resembles her boyfriend Ty, tall and dark skin.
Abigail flashes the man her credentials and soon settles the situation, but after the cop apologizes, the plot jump-starts into the fast paced metropolis of Boston when Abigail receives a call from her superior that Red Sox starting catcher Rudy Maddox hasn’t showed up for the game.
Abigail sets off to Fenway Park only to become embroiled in a case of drugs and mistaken identity. “The Fens” is sure to please and shock readers. It is a solid whodunit, a highlight for mystery lovers.
April 25, 2018
I was surprised but happy that I received notice from Net Galley that I was randomly chosen to read this book as the publisher decided to grant a few wishes for it. This is a first for me with that site.
I just finished the book and really enjoyed it. I have read the other series books and was excited when I saw a new one would be out. The characters are interesting and real and I like the stories and relationships. A strong female lead is always a positive for me because I hate when they are written as week and needy. The attorney Abby is a good attorney and realistic for the most part.
I will look for to the next addition to the series.
I just finished the book and really enjoyed it. I have read the other series books and was excited when I saw a new one would be out. The characters are interesting and real and I like the stories and relationships. A strong female lead is always a positive for me because I hate when they are written as week and needy. The attorney Abby is a good attorney and realistic for the most part.
I will look for to the next addition to the series.
August 11, 2018
Good read; first time with this author; I’ll read her other books; good story, very good character development
April 17, 2018
The Fens by Pamela Wechsler is the third book in the Abby Endicott series which is a crime/mystery fiction based in Boston. This murder mystery involves Red Sox players and our main character Abby is a little snarky and a bit bourgeois. People from Boston may like it because she name drops a lot of Boston locations but otherwise I found it mostly meh.
The Fens is being released 5/1.
The Fens is being released 5/1.
June 26, 2018
(3). Murder, Boston, the Red Sox, Steroids, Sex: who could ask for anything more! This is a fun, lightweight tale with a couple of interesting characters and a great setting. Abby Endicott is a good character and the interactions with her family make for great psycho/dysfunctional family follies. A couple of nice twists and turns at the end make this one worthy of your time.
April 16, 2019
Interesting fast read with lots of Boston slang and geography. Heroine is determined and a definite Type A personality. Side characters are good but not as well fleshed out as Abby. Of course the last few chapters are fast paced and full of dead ends and unveilings.
Am going to read the first two in the series now, although they are not required to enjoy this one.
Am going to read the first two in the series now, although they are not required to enjoy this one.
April 30, 2019
The cover is why I was drawn to this book. Red Sox players murdered and another accused, oh no! This is #3 in a series. I only wish I heard of this author so I could have read the first 2, as this one understandably this has spoilers for them. So happy to have found this author and looking forward to reading more
June 12, 2018
Please stop saying “bubkes” / naming the designer of every watch or suit. I’d like you so much better if you did.
July 30, 2018
Had the feel of a Law and Order episode. Good but forgettable.
March 16, 2022
3 1/2 stars... this should have been at least a 4 star review, but I too many questions weren't answered satisfactorily.
April 27, 2018
No! Two dead Red Sox catchers! This latest installment in the Abby Endicott series features not only Abby and Kevin (with cameos from Ty and the Endicott family) but is mostly about murder and baseball. It's a topical mystery in terms of motivation and there's a novel timely defense strategy for one of the ultimately accused. Weschler name drops (mean that nicely) various Boston restaurants and a spa, which adds to the atmospherics). This is a well done legal thriller which wraps up pretty quickly but that's ok. It's nicely written and you'll be fine if you haven't read the preceding novels. She drops just enough details about Abby's backstory so that things make sense but not so much that those who have read them are not bored. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. This is a fun quick read with a great protagonist in Abby.
April 18, 2018
I have followed and thoroughly enjoyed Abby through her first two books and eagerly awaited The Fens.It was worth waiting for. The plot took you into the Red Sox clubhouse. You can't live in Boston without being interested in the team. The story had numerous twists and I couldn't guess who the killer was until the very end.
Abby was her same sassy, cynical self-questioning D.A.,a little wiser withe passage of time. Her character made The Fens that much more enjoyable. I loved the first two books, but this was the best.
Abby was her same sassy, cynical self-questioning D.A.,a little wiser withe passage of time. Her character made The Fens that much more enjoyable. I loved the first two books, but this was the best.
June 14, 2018
This was a wonderful mystery -- my first of Wechsler's, but not the last. I was enthralled almost from page 1 to the end. Abby was so smart, so ethical, so what every lawyer should be. The adulation of the accused Red Sox pitcher was overcome by Abby's presentation to the jury. She never gave up, even when things looked bad for her. And her partner, Kevin, stuck with her all the way. Her live-in boyfriend, Ty, was also there for her. This was writing at its best, and I thank Pamela for that.
June 15, 2018
The all star catcher for the Boston Red Sox goes missing on opening day. Soon the back up catcher turns up dead. Abby Endicott, Boston's chief homicide prosecutor, and her police detective partner solve the case.
April 18, 2018
This is the third in a series. I liked them all but I think I enjoyed this book the most. It was suspenseful and twisty and fun. A really good read.
April 18, 2018
If you like legal thrillers, you'll love this book. Great courtroom scenes.
September 6, 2018
part of a continuing series featuring Abby Endicott. I will read more by this author.
November 6, 2018
I really enjoy the Abby Endicott character.
December 15, 2018
Great book. Love Abby Endicott. Especially good for Bostonians!
May 16, 2019
Love this series, hope there is a fourth book coming soon!
February 22, 2021
An easy read, honestly almost too much of an easy read, but I did want to keep turning the page.
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