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Sam McRae Mystery #2
Least Wanted
Stephanie Ann "Sam" McRae's busy, but orderly life as a Maryland lawyer takes a chaotic turn when two clients are accused of murder. A poor, black girl is accused of killing her mother. A young man suspected of embezzlement is accused of murdering his boss. The cases collide in a bizarre way involving girl gangs and computer pornography.
Sam ventures into the heart of DC's suburban ghettos to find answers. A maniacal killer who'll do anything to hide them stalks her. After a nearly disastrous confrontation, Sam must do business on the run. As the body count grows, Sam races to learn the truth and clear her clients before she becomes the next victim.
REVIEWS AND ENDORSEMENTS
"LEAST WANTED is a brave, heartbreaking, and thrilling book with a complex plot that takes attorney Sam McRae on a dizzying tour of several circles of urban hell, against a backdrop of white-collar crime. I loved it, and I admire Mack for writing it without flinching or suggesting easy answers. It's a sequel that outdoes IDENTITY CRISIS and holds the promise of a great series."
-- Timothy Hallinan, author of THE QUEEN OF PATPONG and CRASHED
"In LEAST WANTED, Debbi Mack serves up a solid mystery plot wired together with high octane suspense. Washington, DC attorney Sam McRae is smart, tough and dedicated, but her latest cases in LEAST WANTED push her to her limits. Defending two clients accused of murder, she finds herself dealing with girl gangs, pornography and crazed killers. For mystery and suspense, it’s Laura Lippman’s Tess Monaghan in Baltimore and Robert B. Parker’s Spenser in Boston, but Sam McRae is the woman to have at your back in Washington."
-- Austin S. Camacho, author of the Hannibal Jones mystery series
"Sam McRae is back and as brash as ever, with a colorful cast, a relentless plot, and enough twists to leave you breathless. Debbi Mack has carved her own niche in the mystery pantheon."
-- Scott Nicholson, author of DISINTEGRATION
"LEAST WANTED hooks you from the start and never lets go. A fascinating and absorbing mystery."
-- Simon Wood, author of LOWLIFES
"Fast-paced and brimming with dark, twisting plot turns, LEAST WANTED will keep crime and mystery buffs off balance and guessing until the very end."
-- J.T. Cummins, author of COBBLESTONES
"From its clever—and ironic—title to the carefully drawn characters ..., LEAST WANTED is a worthy sequel to Debbi Mack's first crime novel."
-- Jeremiah Healy, author of THE ONLY GOOD LAWYER and A STAIN UPON THE ROBE
"Sam McRae is not your run of the mill attorney. She is a strong, intelligent, and fiercely committed advocate, who puts her life on the line in the pursuit of justice. Author Debbi Mack brings to the hardboiled genre, a fresh voice and direct writing style that gives this richly layered mystery a feeling of authenticity I found wholly compelling. The multifaceted plot grips the reader like a falcon's talons and never lets go."
--Lawrence Kelter, bestselling author of The Stephanie Chalice Mystery Series
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Debbi Mack is the New York Times ebook bestselling author of the Sam McRae mystery series. She’s also published FIVE UNEASY PIECES, a short story collection that includes her Derringer Award–nominated story “The Right to Remain Silent.” Her short stories have appeared in various anthologies and publications, including SHAKEN: STORIES FOR JAPAN.
A former attorney, Debbi has also worked as a journalist, librarian, and freelance writer/researcher. She enjoys walking, cats, travel and movies.
Sam ventures into the heart of DC's suburban ghettos to find answers. A maniacal killer who'll do anything to hide them stalks her. After a nearly disastrous confrontation, Sam must do business on the run. As the body count grows, Sam races to learn the truth and clear her clients before she becomes the next victim.
REVIEWS AND ENDORSEMENTS
"LEAST WANTED is a brave, heartbreaking, and thrilling book with a complex plot that takes attorney Sam McRae on a dizzying tour of several circles of urban hell, against a backdrop of white-collar crime. I loved it, and I admire Mack for writing it without flinching or suggesting easy answers. It's a sequel that outdoes IDENTITY CRISIS and holds the promise of a great series."
-- Timothy Hallinan, author of THE QUEEN OF PATPONG and CRASHED
"In LEAST WANTED, Debbi Mack serves up a solid mystery plot wired together with high octane suspense. Washington, DC attorney Sam McRae is smart, tough and dedicated, but her latest cases in LEAST WANTED push her to her limits. Defending two clients accused of murder, she finds herself dealing with girl gangs, pornography and crazed killers. For mystery and suspense, it’s Laura Lippman’s Tess Monaghan in Baltimore and Robert B. Parker’s Spenser in Boston, but Sam McRae is the woman to have at your back in Washington."
-- Austin S. Camacho, author of the Hannibal Jones mystery series
"Sam McRae is back and as brash as ever, with a colorful cast, a relentless plot, and enough twists to leave you breathless. Debbi Mack has carved her own niche in the mystery pantheon."
-- Scott Nicholson, author of DISINTEGRATION
"LEAST WANTED hooks you from the start and never lets go. A fascinating and absorbing mystery."
-- Simon Wood, author of LOWLIFES
"Fast-paced and brimming with dark, twisting plot turns, LEAST WANTED will keep crime and mystery buffs off balance and guessing until the very end."
-- J.T. Cummins, author of COBBLESTONES
"From its clever—and ironic—title to the carefully drawn characters ..., LEAST WANTED is a worthy sequel to Debbi Mack's first crime novel."
-- Jeremiah Healy, author of THE ONLY GOOD LAWYER and A STAIN UPON THE ROBE
"Sam McRae is not your run of the mill attorney. She is a strong, intelligent, and fiercely committed advocate, who puts her life on the line in the pursuit of justice. Author Debbi Mack brings to the hardboiled genre, a fresh voice and direct writing style that gives this richly layered mystery a feeling of authenticity I found wholly compelling. The multifaceted plot grips the reader like a falcon's talons and never lets go."
--Lawrence Kelter, bestselling author of The Stephanie Chalice Mystery Series
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Debbi Mack is the New York Times ebook bestselling author of the Sam McRae mystery series. She’s also published FIVE UNEASY PIECES, a short story collection that includes her Derringer Award–nominated story “The Right to Remain Silent.” Her short stories have appeared in various anthologies and publications, including SHAKEN: STORIES FOR JAPAN.
A former attorney, Debbi has also worked as a journalist, librarian, and freelance writer/researcher. She enjoys walking, cats, travel and movies.
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20 books139 followersDebbi Mack is the New York Times bestselling author of the Sam McRae Mystery Series. She's also published a young adult novel called INVISIBLE ME and a thriller entitled THE PLANCK FACTOR.
She's the author of DAMAGED GOODS, the first book in a series about a female Marine veteran sleuth named Erica Jensen, which was nominated for a Shamus Award. The sequel is called FATAL CONNECTIONS, and she's currently working on the third novel. She's also written short stories, including one nominated for a Derringer. In addition, she writes screenplays and is interested in filmmaking.
Debbi hosts and produces a podcast called the Crime Cafe, in which she interviews crime, suspense, and thriller authors: http://www.debbimack.com/crime-cafe/
Debbi co-hosts and produces Dark and Twisted Alleys: A Film Noir Podcast with crime and horror author F.R. Jameson.
Debbi is a "recovering lawyer", who enjoys reading, movies, travel, baseball, walking and espresso--not necessarily in that order. She and her husband live in Columbia, MD, with their family of cats.
She's the author of DAMAGED GOODS, the first book in a series about a female Marine veteran sleuth named Erica Jensen, which was nominated for a Shamus Award. The sequel is called FATAL CONNECTIONS, and she's currently working on the third novel. She's also written short stories, including one nominated for a Derringer. In addition, she writes screenplays and is interested in filmmaking.
Debbi hosts and produces a podcast called the Crime Cafe, in which she interviews crime, suspense, and thriller authors: http://www.debbimack.com/crime-cafe/
Debbi co-hosts and produces Dark and Twisted Alleys: A Film Noir Podcast with crime and horror author F.R. Jameson.
Debbi is a "recovering lawyer", who enjoys reading, movies, travel, baseball, walking and espresso--not necessarily in that order. She and her husband live in Columbia, MD, with their family of cats.
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August 13, 2018
Sam McRae is a private practice lawyer has her hands full. She's defending two clients who are accused of murder.
One is a teenage girl accused of beating her mother to death with a baseball bat. The other is a young man accused not only of embezzlement, but also murdering his boss.
As she investigates further, her two cases merge into one. Bodies begin to fall when she gets too close to the truth. But what is the truth?
This one ticked several boxes for me. It's a crime thriller, a legal thriller, and a murder mystery all rolled into one. Throw in a girl gang and computer pornography and you have fast-moving action.
The characters are finely drawn. Sam is one tough cookie, she's had to be to get where she is. She loves her job and she will defend a client until her last breath if need be. She meets some real nasty pieces of work along the way and they add credibility to this story.
Many thanks to the author / BooksGoSocial / Netgalley for the digital copy of this crime fiction. Opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.
One is a teenage girl accused of beating her mother to death with a baseball bat. The other is a young man accused not only of embezzlement, but also murdering his boss.
As she investigates further, her two cases merge into one. Bodies begin to fall when she gets too close to the truth. But what is the truth?
This one ticked several boxes for me. It's a crime thriller, a legal thriller, and a murder mystery all rolled into one. Throw in a girl gang and computer pornography and you have fast-moving action.
The characters are finely drawn. Sam is one tough cookie, she's had to be to get where she is. She loves her job and she will defend a client until her last breath if need be. She meets some real nasty pieces of work along the way and they add credibility to this story.
Many thanks to the author / BooksGoSocial / Netgalley for the digital copy of this crime fiction. Opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.
March 10, 2020
This is a top-notch read for the fans of hardboiled/noir crime novels (like me). Sam McRae is a defense lawyer working in the Washington, D.C. region who often acts as her own private investigator. She is tough-minded, tenacious, and whip-smart. She reminded me of Sue Grafton's PI Kinsey Millhone, which is high praise, indeed. I liked the well-written prose, legal insights, and brisk pace. Recommended.
September 27, 2011
I have one criteria that tells me if a book is good or not and that is when I'm so disappointed to reach the last page and know my enjoyment has finished. That's how I felt when I turned the last page on Sam McRae and Least Wanted. The characters jumped off the page for me and without going into elaborate descriptions, Debbi Mack gave me such clarity that I could see Little D and Sam in my mind so clearly. Brilliant book. Read it!
April 21, 2011
Stephanie Ann McRae (“Sam” to her friends) is a loner.
Well, heck, you might be, too, if you were born in the biggest ghetto in America, were the only white girl in your class, lost your parents at the age of nine and had been shipped off to live with a distant cousin.
She also has a propensity for getting herself into trouble.
But it’s not Sam’s fault. It only happens because she’s a Good Samaritan.
Do I seem to be making excuses for her?
Well, yeah, I suppose I am. I am, because I care about Sam - and I believe in her. (Isn’t that what we all want from a protagonist? To care about what happens to her, and to believe she could be real?)
Sam is a lawyer and the creation of Debbi Mack. Debbi, too, is a lawyer and also has degrees in journalism and library science.
Somewhere along the way (she’s not telling how) Debbi also learned a great deal about subjects like child pornography and murder. So much so, in fact, that she’s been able to convincingly weave them into the plot of Least Wanted, her second novel to feature Sam’s exploits.
The first was Identity Crisis, first published in 2005, reissued in print and as an e-book in 2009. You don’t have to read the books in order, though. Least Wanted stands perfectly well on its own.
I liked everything about Least Wanted, not the least that the story, like life, doesn’t end with everything tied-up in neat little packages.
By the end of the book, we all know who did what, and why, and how.
But what about Tina? What’s to become of her?
Least Wanted isn’t just the title of the book; it’s the essence of what Tina is. And the story begins and ends with her. She’s Sam’s client, a thirteen-year old girl, abused and impoverished, exploited and mistreated by the very people who were charged with protecting her.
What kind of a person is she likely to grow up to be?
Causing us to wonder about that is another good thing about Least Wanted. Debbi doesn’t have an answer. Neither do I.
This book resonates
Well, heck, you might be, too, if you were born in the biggest ghetto in America, were the only white girl in your class, lost your parents at the age of nine and had been shipped off to live with a distant cousin.
She also has a propensity for getting herself into trouble.
But it’s not Sam’s fault. It only happens because she’s a Good Samaritan.
Do I seem to be making excuses for her?
Well, yeah, I suppose I am. I am, because I care about Sam - and I believe in her. (Isn’t that what we all want from a protagonist? To care about what happens to her, and to believe she could be real?)
Sam is a lawyer and the creation of Debbi Mack. Debbi, too, is a lawyer and also has degrees in journalism and library science.
Somewhere along the way (she’s not telling how) Debbi also learned a great deal about subjects like child pornography and murder. So much so, in fact, that she’s been able to convincingly weave them into the plot of Least Wanted, her second novel to feature Sam’s exploits.
The first was Identity Crisis, first published in 2005, reissued in print and as an e-book in 2009. You don’t have to read the books in order, though. Least Wanted stands perfectly well on its own.
I liked everything about Least Wanted, not the least that the story, like life, doesn’t end with everything tied-up in neat little packages.
By the end of the book, we all know who did what, and why, and how.
But what about Tina? What’s to become of her?
Least Wanted isn’t just the title of the book; it’s the essence of what Tina is. And the story begins and ends with her. She’s Sam’s client, a thirteen-year old girl, abused and impoverished, exploited and mistreated by the very people who were charged with protecting her.
What kind of a person is she likely to grow up to be?
Causing us to wonder about that is another good thing about Least Wanted. Debbi doesn’t have an answer. Neither do I.
This book resonates
December 28, 2010
Least Wanted by Debbi Mack is the follow-up to her debut novel, Identity Crisis. In Identity Crisis, we were introduced to lawyer Sam McRae. Spunky and sharp, McRae is a character who is “real”; she makes decisions that a real person would when placed in situations in which the answers are not always black and white. In this follow-up, McRae is back at it and we are given the opportunity to learn more about this refreshing, original character.
In Least Wanted, Sam McRae is approached by a single mother seeking representation for her daughter, Tina, who was involved in a purse snatching that turned into an assault on an elderly woman. Tina is a good girl who hasn’t been in much trouble before. At the same time, McRae is working on the case of a man accused of embezzlement. Both cases seem fairly straightforward, but soon things take a turn for the worse and McRae finds herself in the middle of embezzlement, cover-up, sex tapes and murder. Is she in over her head this time? She has previously tangled with the Mob, but these two cases push her to her limit, as she once again faces dire circumstances.
I really enjoyed reading Least Wanted. The writing is solid throughout and the story is interesting. While Identity Crisis is my favorite of the two McRae books so far, Least Wanted is a very good book that gives us a deeper look at who McRae is and some insight into her past. As with her first book, author Debbi Mack explores pertinent—and difficult—issues. I applaud her for that and hope she continues to do so in her future fiction. As I stated in my review of Identity Crisis, if you’re a fan of J.A. Konrath’s Jack Daniels series, this one is for you.
In Least Wanted, Sam McRae is approached by a single mother seeking representation for her daughter, Tina, who was involved in a purse snatching that turned into an assault on an elderly woman. Tina is a good girl who hasn’t been in much trouble before. At the same time, McRae is working on the case of a man accused of embezzlement. Both cases seem fairly straightforward, but soon things take a turn for the worse and McRae finds herself in the middle of embezzlement, cover-up, sex tapes and murder. Is she in over her head this time? She has previously tangled with the Mob, but these two cases push her to her limit, as she once again faces dire circumstances.
I really enjoyed reading Least Wanted. The writing is solid throughout and the story is interesting. While Identity Crisis is my favorite of the two McRae books so far, Least Wanted is a very good book that gives us a deeper look at who McRae is and some insight into her past. As with her first book, author Debbi Mack explores pertinent—and difficult—issues. I applaud her for that and hope she continues to do so in her future fiction. As I stated in my review of Identity Crisis, if you’re a fan of J.A. Konrath’s Jack Daniels series, this one is for you.
October 2, 2017
Least Wanted by Debbi Mack is a contemporary crime thriller. Written in the first person from the point of view of a lawyer, the novel is very reminiscent of the old Philip Marlowe films starring Humphrey Bogart. I definitely read with a black and white picture in my head!
On the surface, seemingly unconnected crimes keep popping up. As the body count rises the reader tries to keep track of all the ins and outs in this fast paced crime thriller.
The novel deals with the awful topics of drugs, child porn, girl gangs and violence. Being born in poor neighbourhoods means some do not stand a chance. Poverty and crime seem to go hand in hand.
Not all crime is out on the streets, cyber crime is a modern day phenomena.
Least Wanted was a gritty, realistic read that would make an excellent film noir movie.
A complex read and not for the faint hearted.
I received this book for free. A favourable review was not required and all views expressed are my own.
On the surface, seemingly unconnected crimes keep popping up. As the body count rises the reader tries to keep track of all the ins and outs in this fast paced crime thriller.
The novel deals with the awful topics of drugs, child porn, girl gangs and violence. Being born in poor neighbourhoods means some do not stand a chance. Poverty and crime seem to go hand in hand.
Not all crime is out on the streets, cyber crime is a modern day phenomena.
Least Wanted was a gritty, realistic read that would make an excellent film noir movie.
A complex read and not for the faint hearted.
I received this book for free. A favourable review was not required and all views expressed are my own.
June 28, 2013
Sam is a gritty and strong character with a purpose. She appeals to the reader, and with Debbie's writing, I really came to care what Sam did and thought. The plot weaved and twisted as Sam investigated and tried to find the connection between her cases, taking her into danger, on the streets and in the courtroom. She is determined to help her clients and it carries though the novel until the we find out who, what, and why that will leave you satisfied, yet wanting. Least Wanted is the second book in the series. Identity Crisis is her previous work, but she cannot write fast enough. More, More, More!! Least Wanted stands alone, but be sure I will be seeking out Identity Crisis to learn more about this strong and compelling character!
December 20, 2016
"Dazed and confused"
I don't know why I can't get into legal thrillers. This one was written in an easy to read style, with a dash of humour in amongst the darker details. There were so many characters, and cases, some of which seemed to get resolved; others which didn't. Maybe that's the world Sam McRae inhabits, and the real world people that have to deal with these situations. All I can say is, it must be confusing, and frustrating. The last paragraph of the book said it all. Society, the system, are messed up; all you can do is try your best.
I don't know why I can't get into legal thrillers. This one was written in an easy to read style, with a dash of humour in amongst the darker details. There were so many characters, and cases, some of which seemed to get resolved; others which didn't. Maybe that's the world Sam McRae inhabits, and the real world people that have to deal with these situations. All I can say is, it must be confusing, and frustrating. The last paragraph of the book said it all. Society, the system, are messed up; all you can do is try your best.
January 8, 2011
Sam McRae is a lawyer with a full caseload. When she takes on a court appointed case for a troubled teen, she never expected how it would link up with another, seemingly unrelated case that she is working on. With the bodies piling up, and Sam's life on the line, she'll need to figure out how the cases are connected, and do it fast, before anyone else ends up dead.
With an eye for legalese and detail, this book is a page-turning thriller. It doesn't show signs of letting up and the questions keep coming. With Sam working on roughly four or five cases at once, it's easy to see that she has a full case-load. The reader is kept up to speed on all of the cases.
I did struggle with this one however. It was a good read, and it was intriguing. It had me guessing until the very end, but it just didn't wow me. I found that it was overly detailed with the other cases, and that detracted from the two main cases that she was working on. I also wished that we could have heard more about Tina's case at the beginning as her case was mentioned in the first few chapters, but then not again for another sixty to eighty pages as the embezzlement case took precedence. Regardless of my feelings towards that aspect, I have to admit that it was an interesting read.
All in all, a true page-turning legal thriller. Even though it didn't wow me, it is sure to garner fans who enjoy reading the genre. I'll be interested to see what kind of trouble Sam gets into in her future cases.
I received this book free of charge in exchange for an honest review.
With an eye for legalese and detail, this book is a page-turning thriller. It doesn't show signs of letting up and the questions keep coming. With Sam working on roughly four or five cases at once, it's easy to see that she has a full case-load. The reader is kept up to speed on all of the cases.
I did struggle with this one however. It was a good read, and it was intriguing. It had me guessing until the very end, but it just didn't wow me. I found that it was overly detailed with the other cases, and that detracted from the two main cases that she was working on. I also wished that we could have heard more about Tina's case at the beginning as her case was mentioned in the first few chapters, but then not again for another sixty to eighty pages as the embezzlement case took precedence. Regardless of my feelings towards that aspect, I have to admit that it was an interesting read.
All in all, a true page-turning legal thriller. Even though it didn't wow me, it is sure to garner fans who enjoy reading the genre. I'll be interested to see what kind of trouble Sam gets into in her future cases.
I received this book free of charge in exchange for an honest review.
July 22, 2011
This is a well-written book with uniquely drawn characters. The author, a former lawyer, obviously knows her subject matter. Samantha, a young lawyer, tries to balance two cases that ultimately overlap. In the primary case, Tina, a young black girl is accused of murdering her mother. She is the "least wanted" of the title as no one seems to care for her--including her recently deceased mother or her absent father.
The second case involves embezzlement at a computer game company. Samantha defends an employee who is a relative of a friend. Quickly, the stakes rise, as a murder occurs at the company.
There are many suspects--all of whom seem capable of committing just about any crime. The seamy behaviors and events described may turn many stomachs--I know they did mine. I had trouble feeling much empathy for any of the characters. Even the young girl--Tina--is not very sympathetic.
If you like gritty crime thrillers, realistically presented, this book is for you. If you are like me and prefer your murder mysteries more light-hearted, funny, and gentle--I'd avoid this one.
The second case involves embezzlement at a computer game company. Samantha defends an employee who is a relative of a friend. Quickly, the stakes rise, as a murder occurs at the company.
There are many suspects--all of whom seem capable of committing just about any crime. The seamy behaviors and events described may turn many stomachs--I know they did mine. I had trouble feeling much empathy for any of the characters. Even the young girl--Tina--is not very sympathetic.
If you like gritty crime thrillers, realistically presented, this book is for you. If you are like me and prefer your murder mysteries more light-hearted, funny, and gentle--I'd avoid this one.
August 16, 2011
This is one of the series starring the character of Maryland attorney Stephanie Ann "Sam" McRae. Sam is a hard-boiled, tough-gal lawyer who helps the downtrodden, and this book is a thrilling, wild ride. In the classic vein, the book opens with the arrival of a troubled (and troubling) client. Sam starts off on a simple matter, and soon becomes entangled with a batch of baddies, bodies, bruises, and blood.
Sam's gritty background and determination enable her to go where others could and would not. She can navigate different worlds, from the street-hard gangbangers to the suited sharks of courtroom and boardroom.
Despite growing frustration and ever-increasing personal danger, Sam is determined to find out the truth, amidst a nest of deceit and depravity. Because she has to keep others safe, her moral code allows for lapses in strict legal conduct. And she admits she can't save the world and everyone in it, but she can try to help a few of those in need.
If you like your mysteries with a hard edge, and enjoy reading of the tribulations of tough lady lawyers, you'll want to meet Sam McRae.
August 12, 2015
A plot-full story.
Mack has more twists in this story than the Mississippi river. This is fast paced until the end when the pace picks up even more like she got tired of writing and just wanted to get it over with. The story is relevant to today's society and mores. All in all, a good summer read.
Mack has more twists in this story than the Mississippi river. This is fast paced until the end when the pace picks up even more like she got tired of writing and just wanted to get it over with. The story is relevant to today's society and mores. All in all, a good summer read.
July 6, 2011
This book is doing very well on Amazon, but I really didn't like it. The author seems to have a plot, but no concept of how to draw characters well, or make them interesting. Pedestrian, formulaic, and generally one of those books you wish you hadn't spent time on.
November 10, 2011
Well plotted and engagingly written, LEAST WANTED is a worthy successor to Debbi Mack’s first novel, IDENTITY CRISIS.
July 8, 2016
Really enjoyed this!
October 20, 2017
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December 6, 2024
Sam McRae Mystery #2
Sam Mcrae is a lawyer in a private practice. She is currently defending two clients. One girl is accused of beating her mother to death with a baseball bat. Her other case is a man who is accused of embezzlement and the murder of his boss.
Seemingly unconnected crimes keep turning up for Sam McRae. Sam is a strong character. There were some graphic scenes described in this book that won't be for the faint hearted. The characters were well fleshed out and the plot was realistic but complex.
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Sam Mcrae is a lawyer in a private practice. She is currently defending two clients. One girl is accused of beating her mother to death with a baseball bat. Her other case is a man who is accused of embezzlement and the murder of his boss.
Seemingly unconnected crimes keep turning up for Sam McRae. Sam is a strong character. There were some graphic scenes described in this book that won't be for the faint hearted. The characters were well fleshed out and the plot was realistic but complex.
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August 6, 2018
Just when Sam was starting to get a break. From life, from work, from her past; he shows back up in her life again when their paths cross. Sam is a defense lawyer who just so happens, to have to deal with some people from her past.
Tina, a troubled Juvenile who has a abusive past with her ex-heroine mother may have made her final mistake when she tries to snatch an old lady's Pocketbook. The gang she's involved with, her fight at school, everything is crashing down on her and time to prove her innocence is running out.
When Sam helps out on a embezzlement case, Sam finds out quickly just how dangerous thinks can get when her cases start to intertwine. Can Tina be involved in this embezzlement ring? Or is the connection just a coincidence? There's only one way to find out.
" Least Wanted," is a story that doesn't suggest or give away anything the book could be about. Debbie Mack takes the reader and throws them through a plot that is as interesting as the hit show Criminal Minds. This is a must read novel that will leave you in utter disbelief.
May 12, 2011
This book is a quick little read, not because of the length but because you don't want to put it down. The writing is tight and the plot fast paced, and Mack has given the readers a likable, smart lead and a super cast of well-fleshed out characters. The plot is original and just complex enough to make things interesting. Least Wanted is a great suspense/mystery novel and if it's not part of a series, it should be!
October 22, 2014
I think this author is very good. The flow was great, fast paced. What was missing was the character buildup. I couldn’t picture the characters in my mind, but to hold me until the end without a character bonding, it had to be good. The main character, Sam, a lawyer, was blank in my vivid imagination and I wanted to see her. I wanted to visualize all the characters. Otherwise it was a great read and I will try other books by this author. I feel she can only get better.
July 10, 2018
Sam is trying to be a lawyer to two clients accused of murder. As Sam digs deeper into the background of these two clients, she finds things that are rather unsavory. This leads to people not wanting her to bring her knowledge to light. Can she get her job done and save her clients or will she become another victim? You will need to read the book to find out. I voluntarily read an ARC of this book.
June 23, 2012
This was a decent " who dunnit" read. There were times I felt there were so many characters it was a bit overwhelming but it came together nicely at the end, of course. The storyline flows well & it will keep you guessing who the main perp is although there were several in the book. I wasn't disappointed in giving this book a chance.
May 31, 2012
For me, this book was a little difficult to follow. Although, I do believe Debbie Mack has a talent for writing mystery novels. I just found it too much work to keep up with all the different characters and a somewhat complicated plot. Maybe it's just me. I'll probably give this author another chance, because I do see talent there. Comment | Permalink
November 7, 2015
The book started well, grabbing the reader's attention. But most of the characters were not easy to warm up to, so it was hard to care about what happened to them. Her writing style was good and the plot make sense, but I felt that the characters needed to be developed more completely, especially the detective.
June 11, 2011
A well-written hard-boiled sleuth story about a lawyer, Sam McRae, who champions the underdog in a suspenseful read with many twists. This is a superbly drawn character that has legs, so I believe we'll be seeing a lot more of her.
August 24, 2011
I enjoyed Debbi Mack's first book "Identity Crisis". I did not like this as much, perhaps because the subject matter has been dealt with in many other novels. I did not warm up to the main characters other than the lead "Sam McRae".
March 4, 2015
A very weak mystery thriller. This one is very pedestrian at best. The plot is a mish mash of stories. At times I had a hard time keeping characters separated. It does read quickly and is a somewhat short book. Best to just move onto something else and leave this one alone.
July 10, 2018
This was a great book with characters that were interesting and, unfortunately, all to realistic in this day and age. Sam McRae is caring when necessary and dead on in your face when needed. I don't give away plots but this one was very real. Enjoy!!!
July 10, 2018
Sam McRae is an attorney defending Tina, who is accused of killing her Mother. This book packs a punch. There is embezzlement, murder, computer hacking and child porn .A lot of action and investigating.
April 23, 2011
Typical legal/murder mystery. Stepanie(Sam) McCrae works in DC-2 clients are accused of murders. She of course clears them both-includes child porn, crazed killers and girl gangs
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