Thoroughly enjoyed this book, I read the first one prior as I like to follow a series. Love adam and his relationship with the other characters especially georgina. Hoping for a third to see how their relationship develops. I think this one was a bit more predictable than the first one but I enjoyed the inner workings out of the court system. The only thing I didn't like was it was another poisoning story if there is a third please use a different method.
All in all good solid read and will recommend to others

This is the second book and from what I have found out there are characters from the first book.

I found this book quite difficult to get in to at first. It didn't seem to hook me like some. However, as I got further in to the book I found myself wanting to know what happened next. I enjoyed this book but wasn't really shocked about how the story played out. As there were no major twists that I couldn't predict.

This is a fast paced and utterly enjoyable book. The courtroom drama is interesting and well written and the storylines are intricate and have lots of twists and turns. Adam is a likeable character and there is humour throughout the book. This is definitely another hit for Judge Rinder.

Thanks to Random House UK and Netgalley for the early copy of this book.

This is the second novel from Rob Rinder in the 'Adam Green' series. Going into this you are not going to be overly surprised - this is a cosy whodunnit novel which is what you would probably expect from Rinder.

In this novel, Adam becomes involved in a trial involving a much loved daytime TV celebrity, Jessica Holby, murdered live on TV by, allegedly, a celebrity chef who laced a dish with miso paste - something which everyone knew Jessica was allergic to.

What follows is a mystery of why Sebastian would want Jessica dead and, more importantly, whether the case was as open-and-shut as the police appear to have decided.

This was an enjoyable novel, nothing overly masterful but a nice cosy mystery novel, humorous in parts, and well worth a few hours of my time.

Thanks to Netgalley and Random House UK, Cornerstone | Century for an ARC in exchange for an honest review

I loved the first book by Rob Rinder so was very excited to read this one.

I still enjoy Adam’s character and his relationship with others in the chambers, especially Georgina. There is lots of interesting and factual writing about chambers/trials and the premise of a live murder on TV was interesting. It is easy to read and fast-paced.

The problem for me was it lacked the subtlety and cleverness of the first one. The resolution was less satisfying and deft and the secondary story ultimately, frustrating.

There was less chance to connect with the defendant or victim and it was difficult to really feel anything for them or their predicaments.

Overall, a solid read but without the pizazz of the first one.

Thank you to the author, publisher and net gallery for the chance to read in return for my honest review.

Book 2 and just as enjoyable as the first. Adam Green is now working as a junior Barrister but his workload is just as intense. Involved in two high profile cases, one of which being the defence of celebrity chef Sebastian Brook who allegedly "murdered" TV presenter Jessica live on air.
Adam is a great character and tries to see the best in everyone, not always ideal in the cut and thrust of a Lawyers world. I love the interactions of his phone calls with his mum. An easy read entertaining novel.

#TheSuspect #NetGalley This is the follow on book to Rob Rinder's debut novel "The Trial". Although reading The trial first would give you some background to the main characters, this is perfectly capable of being read as a standalone. Two interesting cases fall to Adam, the Baby Junior on the team and although the authors legal background is apparent, the writing is not too technical and easy to follow. I thoroughly enjoyed this book as much as the first and with a little tease relating to Adam's personal life at the end, I am hoping that there will be a third in the series!! A well deserved 5 stars!

I haven’t read the debut book from this author, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. I found the beginning to be quite slow paced and difficult to get into, however at around 45-50% I was hooked and wanted to know more.

No shocking twists that couldn’t be predicted unfortunately, but enjoyed it nonetheless

I did like the first book a bit more than this one, but it was still an enjoyable read. The mystery was rather different and its proceedings were smooth. Adam is still a pleasant character. However, I’m definitely not a fan of her mother nor some other characters.

Thank you to Netgalley for an ARC in exchange for a honest review.

I absolutely flew through this book as I did with his first. Rob Rinders books are brilliant from the very first page, I love a courtroom / crime / legal thriller at the best of times but his experiences in courtrooms etc really add something special and ‘real’ to these books. The characters are great and the story is always compelling.

Just tucked into Rob Rinder's latest courtroom drama, The Suspect, and what a gripping read it's been! Set against the backdrop of live television, the sudden death of Jessica Holby, the beloved host of "Wake Up Britain!", unfolds into a tantalising mystery. Accusations fly as Sebastian Brooks, the charming chef on the show, finds himself at the heart of a murder investigation, spawning the viral hashtag #KillerChef.

Rinder weaves a complex narrative that pulls you deep into the murky waters of public perception and media influence. As the plot thickens, we follow Adam Green, our earnest hero from The Trial, who grapples with this high-profile case as the underdog barrister. Despite the public's conviction of Brooks' guilt, Adam's intuition tells him there's more to the story, and true to form, twists abound that challenge the cut-and-dry scenario the media presents.

The authenticity of the courtroom scenes is palpable—no surprise given Rinder's legal background—and they crackle with tension. Adam's personal growth, marred by professional pitfalls and the hilarious yet heartwarming phone calls with his mum, adds a delightful human touch to the legal intricacies.

Rinder's slick and fast-paced narrative makes The Suspect a page-turner. His portrayal of life within legal chambers is spot-on, capturing both the high stakes and the high stress with finesse. Plus, the characters—from the odious QC Jonathan Taylor-Cameron to the endearing Adam—jump off the page.

This novel entertains and makes you ponder the complexities of justice and media sensationalism.

Whether you're new to Rob Rinder's books or returning for more legal intrigue, The Suspect is a stand-alone gem not to be missed. I'm already counting down to his next book—more courtroom battles and mum banter, please!

The second in this series. Easy reading and very enjoyable. The series centres on pupil barrister Adam Green and Rinder describes life in Chambers and in Court very well, bringing his expert knowledge to the fore.

The cases are interesting and not predictable. I look forward to the next and hearing more humorous conversations between Adam and his over-fussy mother.

I read a copy supplied by the publishers and NetGalley.

This is my first book by the author and luckily did not feel the need to read 'The Trial' to read this one. Two cases, seems straightforward but then nothing ever is. If there is a third in the series then I will definitely be reading it.

Rating: 3.2/5

"The Suspect" is Rob Rinder's follow-up to his impressive debut, "The Trial". The good news is that if you could easily read this one without needing to have read the previous book in the series. However, the slightly disappointing downside is that this sequel does contain a number of spoilers relating to its predecessor, so if you had plans to read "The Trial" after reading this, then you may well have your enjoyment of it marred to some degree.

My review of "The Suspect" won't be dramatically different to the one I wrote for "The Trial". That is essentially because it follows the same formula that worked so well for Rob Rinder the first time around. Junior Barrister, Adam Green, returns as the central protagonist as the author follows the old adage of "writing what you know". Once again, Rob Rinder makes a good job of utilising his in-depth knowledge of the legal world without becoming so highbrow that he alienates his audience.

As with book one, there are echoes of John Mortimer's "Rumpole of the Bailey" series and the stylistic positioning is very much towards the cosier end of the genre. In fact, this is even marked this time around than it was in "The Trial". The central mystery at the heart of the story is engaging and there are supporting cases going on simultaneously that work well enough too. However, everything about this sequel feels a touch more lightweight than it did in Rinder's debut novel and there is a constant sense of having been there before - which is always the danger of following a tried and tested formula. Another returning feature is the inclusion of intermittent chapters featuring telephone conversations between Adam and his archetypal Jewish mother. As previously, these chapters perform the dual function of building Adam's backstory outside the central thread of the narrative, while also providing some comic relief. That said, with the overall tone of "The Suspect" being somewhat lighter than it was in "The Trial", the comic relief aspect doesn't make for such a clear contrast this time around.

Overall, Rob Rinder's "if is isn't broke, don't try to fix it" sequel makes for another entertaining read in this developing series. I am sure there will be a third book in the offing and I have little doubt that I will be back to read that too. However, I do hope that Rob Rinder and his editorial team take care not to be too blandly predictable, whilst maintaining the appealing essence of the series.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for supplying an ARC in return for an honest review.

Adam recently became a baby junior Barrister. He becomes part of the defence team in a high profile celebrity case.
I really like Adam and the pace of the book. It is a easy read. And the plot makes sense. You do not have to have read the previous book to enjoy this one.

Having really enjoyed the first novel featuring Adam Green, I was happy to read the sequel in the series. Adam is now a junior barrister and, as always, is overworked and there is lots about his time at Chambers, with all of the different characters and the pressure they are under.

There are two storylines. The first involves the death, on air, of Jessica Holby, a daytime television presenter on, ‘Wake Up, Britain!’ Sebastian Brooks, chef, is accused of giving her something which included an ingredient she was known to be allergic to. The second involves a young man whose brother is in a gang, and he is pleading guilty to something his brother did.

The plot is lightened by the scenes in television studios and with the interspersed phone calls from Adam’s mother, still desperate to find him a girlfriend. Overall, a well written, enjoyable mystery. I received a copy of this book from the publisher, via NetGalley, for review.

A breakfast TV host is murdered live on air in what seems like an open and shut case. Barrister, Adam Green is part of the defence team. The suspect is refusing to offer a defence but Adam feels something is wrong. He has limited time to find out the truth before the case goes to trial. This is a great murder mystery set in the glamourous world of TV. It also gives a fascinating insight into the world of a barristers’ Chambers and the characters who work there. I enjoyed the parts about Adam’s other case, a young man dragged into gang activity and the exploration of whether justice delivers the best outcome for those involved. I haven’t read Rob Rinder’s first book, The Trial and wish I had read this first as there were quite a few references to Adam’s past that I didn’t get, hence 4 stars rather than 5.
Thanks to Cornerstone and NetGalley for the ARC.

I enjoyed this book. I think it is even better than the last one from Rob Rinder.. So I hope the author keeps writing.
When a TV Breakfast presenter dies on morning TV, it appears she is having an allergic reaction after eating the mornings cookery demonstration dish. The chef is suspected and charged with murder. he was aware of the presenter's allergies. The junior barrister Adam Green, on his first case, realises it is not all that straight forward.
I loved the suspense and could not put the book down. I was mesmerized by the story and the characters. I read it eagerly, yet I didn't want it to end.

Intriguing story from Rob Rinder who combines his two areas of expertise, TV and the courtroom, into an absorbing murder mystery. I hadn’t really remembered the supporting characters from the first novel, so would read well as a standalone even though there are some spoilers for the first book. Some of the jeopardy around failing to successfully negotiate the pupillage is absent although Adam is far from out of the woods professionally. Looking forward to the next instalment. Recommended.

The Suspect by Rob Rinder

This second book by Rob Rinder was most definitely better than the first and, although I was unsure at first, I ended up finding this an enjoyable read. Unlike the first book, I found the plot in 'The Suspect' to be much more plausible and well crafted. These books, although technically a murder mystery book, obviously do focus more on the courtroom drama than the investigation, although I do enjoy reading Adam's side quests looking for evidence. As someone who works in a Court, I do appreciate how accurate the court procedure is depicted and, although I'm still annoyed about Judge Wickstead, I enjoy the tension and drama that the courtroom scenes give to the book. I also quite enjoyed the random inserts of Adam's phone calls with his mum, which acted as a way to lighten the otherwise intense, dark atmosphere to the book. There were, perhaps, more than necessary, but the light humour they brought to the story was an overall nice addition.

Rinder has a skill for creating funny, relatable and fully-formed characters. In particular I love how much I hate the character of Jonathan, as it shows the author has done a good job at portraying a cynical, self-absorbed and narcissistic man which I personally could relate to (as I have met many people like this) and found hilarious. I enjoyed watching his slow down-fall and how Adam finally stood up for himself, even if it was just by not doing his laundry (haha). Libby is a sweet character, and Georgina is definitely making a come-back from the nasty person she was portrayed to be in the first book. Although some of Adam's choices are questionable, I like that he has a strong set of personal morals and fights for what he believes in.

Overall I did enjoy this book, yet it didn't necessarily stand out above other books in it's genre. I will, however, definitely continue to read Rob Rinder's novels, as he definitely showed improvement in this second installment and I do enjoy the contrast between the tongue-in-cheek humour and the tense courtroom drama. I rated this 4 out of 5 stars (it would have been 3.5, but I've rounded up). Thank you to Netgalley and Rob Rinder for this ARC.