A brilliant book by Rob Rinder and despite it being his second book to feature Adam Green it can easily be enjoyed as a stand alone.

When Jessica Holby, popular day time Tv host, does live on TV after having a severe allergic reaction, it seems that the only explanation is that she was poisoned by her secret liver Tv chef Sebastian Brooks.

The story centres around Adam Green, junior barrister who is a really likeable and relatable character. The added phone conversations with his mum add humour and break up the story well.

Adam’s intuition from the start tells him that the Brooks case is not as open and shut as it seems but should be make things more difficult by rocking the boat?

I really enjoyed this book and felt it was a really realistic representation of chambers and the challenges facing legal teams.

The novel flowed really well and was really enjoyable and easy to read.

A bit of a drag to get the actual trial - it’s obviously written with a good knowledge of judicial procedures. The plot is interesting but like the previous novel it has too many throwbacks to Rumpole. The conversations with his mother are realistic but there are far to many of them. Likewise trying to be a good and kind friend and work colleague. We get it he’s a nice guy!

I read this ARC with a view to doing an honest review
All thoughts and opinions are mine

I really enjoy the author when on TV
I haven't read the first book which introduced the main character Adam but will
I don't feel I have missed out on anything and its great if this is going to be a series - it'll be good to have another barrister based series
I can definitely see this being a TV series
It does ring true - I have barristers in the family so its really interested to see the backroom dealings and goings on
A really great couple of cases - a murder trial - I did not see the twist coming so that was a treat and then what I call the dilemma case - interesting
Loved the book
Great writing style that was really accessible, a real turn pager
Would highly recommend this read
Couldn't put it down

Oh, I was disappointed!
I loved the first book in this series, but this one felt a little forced. There were occasions when things just too convenient happened, and the leading man really didn't figure anything useful out at all, so it all felt a bit flat to me.
Having said that, Rinder writes well and you are drawn into his characters and the plot, so I am still absolutely looking forward to the next one!

Thank you for the chance to read this through NetGalley. The main case Adam is dealing with in his junior position is the suspected murder of celebrity Jessica. Another is the case of a gang member’s brother covering for him as he’s scared of him. There are twists and turns in the first case which are very well written. The second case leaves you scared for the outcome of the accused. Very well written and the details of life in chambers are eye opening.

This is the second book by Rob Rinder which follows barrister Adam Green. I enjoyed the first book, ‘The Trial’ when I read it last year after I got into the writing style and found I liked following the antics of the lawyers so I happy to rejoin the characters in a new case.

Adam secured tenancy in the first book and The Suspect follows him and his colleague Georgina navigating the next stage of their careers as junior/baby barristers. A new pupil Libby also joins the cast at Stag Chambers. This time Adam finds himself on the defence team for celebrity chef Sebastian Brooks, who is accused of poisoning national treasure, Jesscia Holby, host of morning TV show Wake Up Britain live on air. We follow Adam as he investigates the world of TV and finds that all may not as it seems.

I enjoyed following the lawyers at Stag Chambers again and I do like reading all of the back-and-forth arguments put forward in court. I did find the story a bit of a slow burn but it was readable and short chapters helped me to get through it quickly. I’m not sure the mystery was the strongest but I feel that I am more interested in the characters and the legal world in general than the specifics of the case. There was also a side plot which raised some ethical/moral questions for Adam and the reader. I did feel the ending was a little rushed and not explained as clearly in comparison to other parts of the story.

Overall, I thought the book was a good, fun read and I did find myself picturing various real life TV shows and celebrities in the place of the characters. I found this brought the story to life and I could see this making an enjoyable TV series! I will definitely continue to read more in this book series.

I am rating this book 3.75 stars (rounded up to 4 stars).

Thank you to the publisher, Random House UK, Cornerstone for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

Tremendous..
A well known and beloved television presenter dies live on air - the nation is horrified and millions of viewers are left bereft. When it becomes clear that her death was no accidental affair, all evidence points firmly towards one suspect in particular - celebrity chef Sebastian Brooks. Enter Adam Green, junior barrister, who is soon to learn that enemies and hence suspects are especially numerous in the world of television. This much anticipated follow on from ‘The Trial’ does not disappoint. Hugely entertaining and enjoyable with a deftly drawn and credible cast, an intriguing and carefully crafted plot and an engaging and sparky narrative. Tremendous.

Thank you so much Random House UK and NetGalley for a great read.
I read the Trial and really enjoyed it so when I saw this I just had to request it.
A well written interesting legal thriller with a great storyline.
This had a bit of humour and you just wanted to keep reading it and there was a twist - I did guess it but thought to start with I was wrong.
I like that it is the same characters as the Trial just with a different murder.
I really hope there will be more from Rob with these characters and this was highly enjoyable.
You must read this and the Trial - you will enjoy them both - and there are twists in each of them.

Rob Rinder has delivered another winner in this follow up to his first book, The Trial. His settings and characters are authentic and he clearly draws on his vast legal and media experience to create intriguing and exciting plot lines.

The Suspect features young Adam Green socially inept, now a member of Chambers and although unassuming, he has a keen intellect, He’s an unlikely central character in some ways as he’s so ordinary, and therein lies much of his charm, He’s involved with two very different cases; one involving a death live on daytime tv and the other defending a young man charged with possession of with guns.

Rinder writes with ease and his narrative makes for easy and relaxed reading. Perfect escapism and he cleverly plants red herrings that keep the reader guessing as to the outcome. His insight into the court system and the legal profession are fascinating and in this outing, we glimpse behind the scenes of a daytime tv show. I whipped through this, hooked from the start and my only disappointment was reaching the end.

The Suspect is Rob Rinder's follow up to The Trial. Adam Green is back. He now has tenancy at Stag Court. His social awkwardness hasn't improved however, much to the annoyance of court clerk Tony, who continues to send him to social gatherings to network.
Adam soon finds himself acting as a baby barrister in two trials. One is the high profile trial of a TV chef, accused of the murder of a daytime TV presenter, live on air. The second concerns a teenage boy who was hiding weapons for his brother.
The Suspect is fast paced, and full of cleverly placed red herrings, thus keeping the reader guessing. It gives a great insight into what happens in court, and also what happens behind the scenes of daytime TV. Rob, of course, is no stranger to either setting.
I really enjoyed The Suspect. It drew me in, and kept me engaged right to the end. Adam is an extremely likeable character. The phone calls with his mother add a touch of humour to the story.
Thanks to Netgalley, Random House and Cornerstone for the digital ARC.

I loved catching up with Junior barrister, Adam and his associates again, minus the despicable Jonathan, he’s not a nice character!!
In the suspect, Adam is primarily juggling two cases. He’s part of the team involved in prosecuting the murder of daytime host and national sweetheart, Jessica Holby which took place on live on TV. The only suspect is celebrity chef Sebastian Brooks although Adam (and his mum) is convinced he didn’t do it, Sebastian is not helping himself though and can’t provide alternative suspects - he seems determined to take the blame.

Adam is also working with Bobbie to help Alexei, a teenager found with a stash of guns under his bed, that actually belong to his brother Stepan who’s involved with a Russian gang.

Another enjoyable read, I hope there’s more to come

Rob Rinder is a fab personality and now author. Drawing on his experience in the legal field his books are a delight to read. Highly recommended

Tight, interesting legal thriller with a dash of humour and a lot of authenticity. I hadn’t read the first one featuring Adam Green but this didn’t distract from the story. Very enjoyable, a gripping read.

The Suspect is the second in Rob Rinder's Adam Green series and I loved The Trial so couldn't wait for the next one. The Suspect sees Adam on the defence team for a TV chef who has been accused of murdering the TV host live on their morning show but he insists that he didn't do it. I was hooked from the start and by the last third I couldn't put it down. The author's experience as a barrister make the settings and conversations very realistic. Some of the book felt quite similar to the first one which is why I gave it 4 stars. I can't wait to read the next one as I'm sure there is more to come.

I really enjoyed reading the suspect. I hadn't realised that this was the second book in a series so I will check out the first one now as I would be interested to hear about Adams earlier story. He is a very likeable character and I loved the humour of his phone call interaction with his Mum. The storyline of a TV presenter being murdered on air kept me engrossed and I was dying to find out who the murderer was and if it was, indeed, who seemed the most obvious. I look forward to reading more books by Rob Rinder.

The Suspect by Rob Finder

I'm always happy to hear what the author has to say when he appears on the t.v. , so it was interesting for me to read a book by him .
I didn't know that this was the 2nd in the series , so whilst I may have missed out on the introduction to the character ( Adam Green ) I didn't feel like I had missed out or couldn't enjoy this one without reading the other.
A great read that gave an insight to life as a junior barrister , and seeing ' the crime ' from the perspective other than a victim of a detective.

I normally avoid celebrity authors like the plague but decided to give this one a go and I'm glad I did! When a presenter is murdered on air, suspicion falls on the TV chef, who coincidentally is her ex-lover.. Adam an unassuming junior barrister is tasked with supporting the case. Not only was this novel full of intrigue and mystery, I liked the insight which it gave into life in chambers, which certainly isn't as glamorous as TV would have you believe! If you love courtroom drama, then this one is definitely worth a read!

This is the second book I have read by Rob Rinder and I have enjoyed it as much as the first. Adam Green has finished his pupillage and secured his tenancy. As a junior barrister in chambers he is working on a murder case. Jessica Holby is a presenter on a tv show, Wake up Britain. She starts to feel unwell after a cooking segment which requires her to taste food made by the regular chef, Sebastian Brooks. During the next part of the show she starts choking and dies before anyone can fetch her epipen. She has a well known allergy to soy. It seems an open and shut case but the more Adam researches for the defence the more he is convinced that Sebastian is hiding something from them.
Adam has also been asked to help out with another case regarding 2 brothers. The younger one is being coerced into being the fall guy for his older brother about hiding a stash of guns under his bed at home.
The slightly annoying part of the book is Adam’s relationship with his mother who appears to be a very overbearing presence in the book!

Thank you to the author and publisher for the chance to read this ARC, via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I loved The Suspect, it is fun, twist filled escapism. I love Adam, the legal details, the drama. It’s another five star read from me. If you loved The Trial, you’ll absolutely adore The Suspect.

I struggled to get into this but overall, I did enjoy reading this book. Thank you to the writer, publisher, and NetGalley for allowing me to read it