SOLVED. Mystery novel opening scene office workers get trapped in conference room by perp who threatens and guilts them for making tiny donations to the needy from their huge salaries. [s]

[Inna]

likely read within the last 10 years; don't recall much of the rest of the book, but the opening scene really stuck w/ me - would love to find it again.

[Kris]

Inna, how does the person threaten them? Does s/he make them donate large amounts to the needy or a particular charity?

What is the story's time period and location (country/region/city)?

Can you tell us something about the mystery? Is this a detective series?

[Lynda]

The Street Lawyer by John Grisham?

[Inna]

Lynda - bingo!!!! TY!!!

[Lynda]

You're welcome! Glad to help