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Innocents #2
A Murder of Innocents: Christian Suspense Thriller: Book Two
A terrorist explosion rocks a peaceful Ohio Valley community and triggers a nationwide manhunt. A teenage girl is accused of concealing her pregnancy then killing her newborn baby. A Machiavellian political operative will stop at nothing in his quest for power. Defense attorney Danial Solomon must unravel these divergent strands snatched from today’s headlines before it costs him his life.
With one client dead and another’s life hanging in the balance, Solomon’s blossoming romance with Lori Franks swirls into a lethal vortex of crime, conspiracy, and corruption.
In this masterful sequel to A Trial of Innocents, Michael Swiger once again entwines the reader in a tense, twisty legal thriller and penetrating fast-paced faith-filled journey until the final page. Swiger proves once again that no reader can outguess a master storyteller.
With suspense on every page, Amazon #1 Best-Selling author Michael Swiger demonstrates why he is a favorite among mystery, suspense and thriller fans.
Fans of Creston Mapes, Robert Whitlow, Scott Pratt, John Grisham and James Patterson will love this thriller from award-winning and bestselling author Michael Swiger.
Reader praise for A Murder of
★★★★★ Great writing! - This is an outstanding book! Could not put down so fascinating and suspense filled. Love the characters and the depth of the characters...also it is based in Cleveland so I can visualize the places mentioned in the book!
★★★★★ Michael Swiger never lets you down. - Michael's characters and plot are well written and the book held my interest from beginning to end. I would highly recommend this book.
★★★★★ Mystery with a message...and then some - Awesome! Another great mystery from Michael. If you enjoy a good mystery and a little bit of a moral issue going through an investigator and the court system, you will love this thoughtful novel. The first of many super works by this author!
★★★★★ Captivating read - Swiger weaves a masterful story, peppered with examples of true faith. This story is a clear articulation of the battleground of faith in which we currently live.
★★★★★ A great second novel - This one was even better than the first one! This book will make you think! We live in this world that he writes about but no one thinks of these situations as being bad? This stuff is going on all around us and this author is bringing it to our attention in a IN-YOUR-FACE way! We need to have people read this book then step back at look at our world and start asking what the heck is wrong with us! Christians should pass this book out and tell people to read it. As you can see this book will get to you! Read it and step back...
With one client dead and another’s life hanging in the balance, Solomon’s blossoming romance with Lori Franks swirls into a lethal vortex of crime, conspiracy, and corruption.
In this masterful sequel to A Trial of Innocents, Michael Swiger once again entwines the reader in a tense, twisty legal thriller and penetrating fast-paced faith-filled journey until the final page. Swiger proves once again that no reader can outguess a master storyteller.
With suspense on every page, Amazon #1 Best-Selling author Michael Swiger demonstrates why he is a favorite among mystery, suspense and thriller fans.
Fans of Creston Mapes, Robert Whitlow, Scott Pratt, John Grisham and James Patterson will love this thriller from award-winning and bestselling author Michael Swiger.
Reader praise for A Murder of
★★★★★ Great writing! - This is an outstanding book! Could not put down so fascinating and suspense filled. Love the characters and the depth of the characters...also it is based in Cleveland so I can visualize the places mentioned in the book!
★★★★★ Michael Swiger never lets you down. - Michael's characters and plot are well written and the book held my interest from beginning to end. I would highly recommend this book.
★★★★★ Mystery with a message...and then some - Awesome! Another great mystery from Michael. If you enjoy a good mystery and a little bit of a moral issue going through an investigator and the court system, you will love this thoughtful novel. The first of many super works by this author!
★★★★★ Captivating read - Swiger weaves a masterful story, peppered with examples of true faith. This story is a clear articulation of the battleground of faith in which we currently live.
★★★★★ A great second novel - This one was even better than the first one! This book will make you think! We live in this world that he writes about but no one thinks of these situations as being bad? This stuff is going on all around us and this author is bringing it to our attention in a IN-YOUR-FACE way! We need to have people read this book then step back at look at our world and start asking what the heck is wrong with us! Christians should pass this book out and tell people to read it. As you can see this book will get to you! Read it and step back...
297 pages, Hardcover
First published May 25, 2002
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November 17, 2022
Good story but...
I find Mr. Swiger's books enjoyable as far as the storyline is concerned, but I have never read any books so filled with grammatical, syntactical and typographical errors! At times sentences made no sense whatsoever. I am almost 80 years old and I've been an avid reader since childhood. I've never encountered books that needed a proofreader as badly as these do! If all the errors won't bother you, enjoy the stories; otherwise, stick to books that you know will be accurately written and proofread!
I find Mr. Swiger's books enjoyable as far as the storyline is concerned, but I have never read any books so filled with grammatical, syntactical and typographical errors! At times sentences made no sense whatsoever. I am almost 80 years old and I've been an avid reader since childhood. I've never encountered books that needed a proofreader as badly as these do! If all the errors won't bother you, enjoy the stories; otherwise, stick to books that you know will be accurately written and proofread!
October 11, 2025
Excellent book
This was an excellent read, had a surprised twist! You must read the first book A Trial of Innocents. Mr. Swinger is as good as John Grisham!
This was an excellent read, had a surprised twist! You must read the first book A Trial of Innocents. Mr. Swinger is as good as John Grisham!
March 21, 2008
This book follows "A Trial of Innocents." Again, lots of OV references (Benwood, Moundsville, Wintersville, Jefferson County Courthouse, Lover's Lane, Wintersville Hospital, University Hospital, Moffo's Pizza, Oglebay Park, Route 7, Ernie's Esquire, Capital Music Hall, etc.) make it interesting to OV people. There's a lot less praying and preaching in this one than the first. The mystery is better drawn out than the first book, but you still know how it's going to end about halfway in.
July 26, 2024
Another good read
A Murder of Innocents has a great storyline and many wrongs were righted. But I must have missed the part where Lori, the corrupt prosecutor-turned Christian left her job and associated with Danial, the Defense lawyer. His insides did funny things then suddenly they were going into a law partnership and maybe marriage. Don't get me wrong, I'm happy for them, but I feel like there were pages missing from my book. (It's happened before with ebooks.) I did love how Danial tore into Dr. Garvey, baby slaughterer. I wonder if any lawyer would be so bold in real life. (They should.) Anyway I recommend Mr. Swiger's books. They are excellent. I hope more are coming in this series!
A Murder of Innocents has a great storyline and many wrongs were righted. But I must have missed the part where Lori, the corrupt prosecutor-turned Christian left her job and associated with Danial, the Defense lawyer. His insides did funny things then suddenly they were going into a law partnership and maybe marriage. Don't get me wrong, I'm happy for them, but I feel like there were pages missing from my book. (It's happened before with ebooks.) I did love how Danial tore into Dr. Garvey, baby slaughterer. I wonder if any lawyer would be so bold in real life. (They should.) Anyway I recommend Mr. Swiger's books. They are excellent. I hope more are coming in this series!
March 10, 2026
Fast reading and vastly entertaining
So, it takes while for everything to start to resolve and for a while I was getting upset that there were people being hurt and murder, taking place, and it seemed like that there were not going to be any consequences for some of those players and the politics and everything that was going on, and as the story went on, you could start to see the pieces come together and how the author was weaving it. For a contemporary Christian thriller. I just felt like there was so much violence and yet it is quite possible that that’s how things are in the prison system, and some people might look at abortion in the same way that they did. So some of it was not easy reading and the story moved quickly, and it is still a good book to read.
So, it takes while for everything to start to resolve and for a while I was getting upset that there were people being hurt and murder, taking place, and it seemed like that there were not going to be any consequences for some of those players and the politics and everything that was going on, and as the story went on, you could start to see the pieces come together and how the author was weaving it. For a contemporary Christian thriller. I just felt like there was so much violence and yet it is quite possible that that’s how things are in the prison system, and some people might look at abortion in the same way that they did. So some of it was not easy reading and the story moved quickly, and it is still a good book to read.
May 8, 2025
A 4.5 story!
I cried a lot in this story, I have a really hard time with abortions. It is so hard hearing about a baby being aborted in the last trimester of pregnancy! My first baby was born 5 weeks early, and he made it just fine, why kill that baby! I’m sorry, I’m just getting emotional about this!
Anyway, we learn a lot about pro-life and pro-choice in this book, and the way God works in us during this period. I really like the way Michael Swiger handled the topic, and the way that things worked out in all the parts of this book!
Thanks for this, I would love for this series to go on, I want to know about Lori and Danial’s life, and their combined practice!
I cried a lot in this story, I have a really hard time with abortions. It is so hard hearing about a baby being aborted in the last trimester of pregnancy! My first baby was born 5 weeks early, and he made it just fine, why kill that baby! I’m sorry, I’m just getting emotional about this!
Anyway, we learn a lot about pro-life and pro-choice in this book, and the way God works in us during this period. I really like the way Michael Swiger handled the topic, and the way that things worked out in all the parts of this book!
Thanks for this, I would love for this series to go on, I want to know about Lori and Danial’s life, and their combined practice!
November 7, 2024
A Border of Innocents
I really enjoyed the twists and turns this book took. It seems like you know just where the story is going then it takes a turn and you are surprised. It really makes you think about your perception of the way our medical system really works. One life is so important and another is useless and thrown away. It was definitely a book I had a hard time putting down. If you want a thought provoking book I recommend this.
I really enjoyed the twists and turns this book took. It seems like you know just where the story is going then it takes a turn and you are surprised. It really makes you think about your perception of the way our medical system really works. One life is so important and another is useless and thrown away. It was definitely a book I had a hard time putting down. If you want a thought provoking book I recommend this.
August 3, 2025
Not everything is as it seems
The narrative deeply moved me, with its poignant storytelling evoking genuine emotional responses. The author's nuanced exploration of complex themes prompted profound reflection, while certain graphic descriptions challenged my personal beliefs and sensibilities. The portrayal of societal skepticism and institutional dynamics added layers of complexity to the narrative's emotional landscape.
The narrative deeply moved me, with its poignant storytelling evoking genuine emotional responses. The author's nuanced exploration of complex themes prompted profound reflection, while certain graphic descriptions challenged my personal beliefs and sensibilities. The portrayal of societal skepticism and institutional dynamics added layers of complexity to the narrative's emotional landscape.
April 16, 2026
This Series Just Keeps Getting Better!
The lawyers in this firm take a different approach to the law. They work to help their clients from a Christian standpoint.
The cases are compelling, the issues are intriguing, and the characters are anything but cookie cutter Goody-Goodies. They have made bad decisions. They have suffered. And they share their stories in their goal of reaching out to other sinners.
The lawyers in this firm take a different approach to the law. They work to help their clients from a Christian standpoint.
The cases are compelling, the issues are intriguing, and the characters are anything but cookie cutter Goody-Goodies. They have made bad decisions. They have suffered. And they share their stories in their goal of reaching out to other sinners.
June 3, 2026
My Musings
An excited novel with intriguing characters and an action packed plot. The pro life aspect was very graphic and it times extremely difficult, I was aware how horrifying an abortion is for the baby, not to mention the mother afterwards. For many it haunts them for years. I look forward to reading/listening to other works by this author. The narrator enhanced the story. Happy reading/listening!
An excited novel with intriguing characters and an action packed plot. The pro life aspect was very graphic and it times extremely difficult, I was aware how horrifying an abortion is for the baby, not to mention the mother afterwards. For many it haunts them for years. I look forward to reading/listening to other works by this author. The narrator enhanced the story. Happy reading/listening!
October 21, 2023
First Class Thriller
I have read all four of Michael S wife's books. They are all first rate thrillers. I especially loved professor Mead. I love they're pro-life and bring out how perfectly healthy babies are being murdered daily under the guise of women's rights. So barbaric! Lord help people see the truth! I highly recommend this and all of Michael Sister's books.
I have read all four of Michael S wife's books. They are all first rate thrillers. I especially loved professor Mead. I love they're pro-life and bring out how perfectly healthy babies are being murdered daily under the guise of women's rights. So barbaric! Lord help people see the truth! I highly recommend this and all of Michael Sister's books.
August 16, 2024
This book was even better than the first, and it added a different dimension to the story with Danial and Lori dating. Great plot, and I liked the fact that the same characters were back. Again, a lot of spiritual and faith-filled content.
The author did worse on this one though with the language.....at least 3 uses of d*** and at least 6 uses of hell as an expletive.
The author did worse on this one though with the language.....at least 3 uses of d*** and at least 6 uses of hell as an expletive.
August 22, 2024
What an eye-opener!
I've always held my beliefs on the subject matter, but this reinforced them for me. There were a couple of times I had to take a little break from reading because the situations were so intense. So many twists and turns. Just when it seemed all was lost, good (and God) prevailed.
I've always held my beliefs on the subject matter, but this reinforced them for me. There were a couple of times I had to take a little break from reading because the situations were so intense. So many twists and turns. Just when it seemed all was lost, good (and God) prevailed.
February 15, 2025
Fighting for the unborn
Thank you Michael for your exposure of the heinous crimes of the abortion industry. As a Christian, I also thank you for the souls being saved in your books. You really reveal the corrupt judicial system also. We have to fight back on these issues and hopefully Trump will help us. However only Jesus can heal our land when he returns.
Thank you Michael for your exposure of the heinous crimes of the abortion industry. As a Christian, I also thank you for the souls being saved in your books. You really reveal the corrupt judicial system also. We have to fight back on these issues and hopefully Trump will help us. However only Jesus can heal our land when he returns.
February 22, 2026
This book is a page turner. I am new to Michael Swiger's books. I found this one a challenging read as it highlighted some aspects of abortion I hadn't realised were permitted. For me it was a wake up call, and am horrified that doctors are allowed to do this with impunity in a few parts of the US.
June 23, 2026
Nice Story with Christian Characters
This is the second book I have read by Michael Swiger. After discovering that he writes incorporating Christian characters, I was sold. I recommend this book to anyone who shares these values or anyone who is curious about the Christian worldview.
This is the second book I have read by Michael Swiger. After discovering that he writes incorporating Christian characters, I was sold. I recommend this book to anyone who shares these values or anyone who is curious about the Christian worldview.
May 17, 2022
Great Suspense!
I love the books by this author! He keeps you guessing til the end. I’m pretty sure some of these characters are based on real people since our elected officials are not all aboveboard.
I love the books by this author! He keeps you guessing til the end. I’m pretty sure some of these characters are based on real people since our elected officials are not all aboveboard.
July 21, 2022
Excellent story told well
Excellent expose of the abortion "industry", told in a most interesting and informative manner. As with book one, still fraught with typos and syntax errors, which detract from the credibility of the position taken on the issues.
Excellent expose of the abortion "industry", told in a most interesting and informative manner. As with book one, still fraught with typos and syntax errors, which detract from the credibility of the position taken on the issues.
March 20, 2024
Michael Swiger is an amazing Christian author. The topics in this 2 book series are difficult. But the books are well written, the character development is realistic, and the Gospel is always clearly presented in a non-preachy way. The storyline is a page-turner. I highly recommend!
June 16, 2024
Amazingly good book!
Once again I could not put the book down! Michael is an amazing writer! I truly love the way the Bible is incorporated into his stories. God bless you, Michael Swiger!
Once again I could not put the book down! Michael is an amazing writer! I truly love the way the Bible is incorporated into his stories. God bless you, Michael Swiger!
July 17, 2024
inspiring!
So thankful for an author who isn’t afraid to write Christian works! This book has given me words and thoughts to use to witness to others! Oh, and I loved the story, too! Looking forward to reading more about Daniel, Lori…and Jennifer, too!
So thankful for an author who isn’t afraid to write Christian works! This book has given me words and thoughts to use to witness to others! Oh, and I loved the story, too! Looking forward to reading more about Daniel, Lori…and Jennifer, too!
July 29, 2024
WOW! YOU NEED TO READ THIS BOOK! WELL WORTH THE READ!
This was such a great book! I will definitely be reading more of his books! I love books that keep your interest and this book is a page Turner, for sure!
This was such a great book! I will definitely be reading more of his books! I love books that keep your interest and this book is a page Turner, for sure!
July 31, 2024
Murder of Innocents
Michael Swiger writes a great book exploring how abortion is murder no matter how you spin it!
The life that God gives is precious and indeed a gift from him!
I think you will enjoy reading this book!!!
Michael Swiger writes a great book exploring how abortion is murder no matter how you spin it!
The life that God gives is precious and indeed a gift from him!
I think you will enjoy reading this book!!!
September 8, 2024
The contrast of divinity, God's love/redemption and the Evil of abortion is stark
I found the reality of abortion as described gruesome vivid and totally factual. I pray that those seeking truth about this issue will believe and strive to end abortion. Bless us all
I found the reality of abortion as described gruesome vivid and totally factual. I pray that those seeking truth about this issue will believe and strive to end abortion. Bless us all
October 4, 2024
Just a good as his first book!
There were a couple twists I didn't see coming. Swiger's knowledge of court protocol and the legal system impressed me. I really didn't see the solution coming. Parts were tough to read but it's the truth of abortion.
There were a couple twists I didn't see coming. Swiger's knowledge of court protocol and the legal system impressed me. I really didn't see the solution coming. Parts were tough to read but it's the truth of abortion.
October 5, 2024
Great Story
The 2nd book in this series was as goofy as the first. Mr Swiger tackled some very hard issues with grace and dignity! I look forward to reading more of his books in the future!!
The 2nd book in this series was as goofy as the first. Mr Swiger tackled some very hard issues with grace and dignity! I look forward to reading more of his books in the future!!
January 21, 2025
attention keeper
I couldn’t put this book down
I loved the religion comments used to tell you even though you are a sinner you can still repent and go to heaven
Wonderful murder mystery
I couldn’t put this book down
I loved the religion comments used to tell you even though you are a sinner you can still repent and go to heaven
Wonderful murder mystery
January 29, 2025
TWISTED PLOT AND GREAT ENDING!
THERE ARE A LOT OF CHARACTERS IN THIS BOOK AND I FOUND IT DIFFICULT TO KEEP THEM STRAIGHT. AS I GOT MORE INTO THE STORY, I ENJOYED THE TWISTED PLOT AND ROMANCE … AND VERY HAPPY ENDING!
THERE ARE A LOT OF CHARACTERS IN THIS BOOK AND I FOUND IT DIFFICULT TO KEEP THEM STRAIGHT. AS I GOT MORE INTO THE STORY, I ENJOYED THE TWISTED PLOT AND ROMANCE … AND VERY HAPPY ENDING!
January 30, 2025
Eye opening and spellbinding
This book was wonderful. The subject written about was definitely hard to take in but written beautifully and hopefully more people are informed about abortion and it's cruelty.
This book was wonderful. The subject written about was definitely hard to take in but written beautifully and hopefully more people are informed about abortion and it's cruelty.
April 5, 2025
If not 5 stars, 4 1/2!
This book picked cup where our previous left off, but did not leave a new reader behind. There's much to celebrate in this story, and I do. With a few more lawyers like Frank's and Solomon, the pros death crowd would have no place to sit or practice!
This book picked cup where our previous left off, but did not leave a new reader behind. There's much to celebrate in this story, and I do. With a few more lawyers like Frank's and Solomon, the pros death crowd would have no place to sit or practice!
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