
Mystery · Thriller
Burden of Truth (Cass Leary Legal Thriller Series Book 1)
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In Robin James's nail-biting audiobook, "Burden of Truth," defense attorney Cass Leary returns to her small Michigan hometown, seeking closure from her past. She unexpectedly finds herself defending a girl accused of murdering the beloved basketball coach. As Cass digs deeper, she unravels a sinister web of secrets that some will kill to protect. Facing death threats and a town that once shunned her, she must confront her fears and decipher the truth before it's too late. This gripping legal thriller kicks off the Cass Leary series, promising pulse-pounding suspense and intricate conspiracies. Don't miss this top mystery thriller audiobook for 2024!
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Is This Right for You?
You’ll probably enjoy this if…
- You enjoy mystery audiobooks
- You enjoy thriller audiobooks
It might not be the best fit if…
- You want a very different pace or style from the available signals
- You prefer a tightly plot-driven experience when this work is more reflective
Best listening context
- Focused listening
- A commute or quiet walk
- Evening or weekend listening
Our Take
In "Burden of Truth," Robin James masterfully intertwines suspense and legal drama, thrusting defense attorney Cass Leary into a whirlwind of small-town secrets and perilous stakes. As Cass confronts her past while defending a teenager accused of a shocking murder, readers are drawn into a labyrinth of deception where every revelation threatens not only her career but also her life. With pulse-pounding twists and richly drawn characters, this gripping legal thriller sets the stage for an electrifying series that keeps you guessing until the very last page.
Early recommendation profile →Reasons to Press Play
- Enjoy mystery audiobooks
- Enjoy thriller audiobooks
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- You want a very different pace or style from the available signals
- You prefer a tightly plot-driven experience when this work is more reflective
- Narration-specific evidence is still developing for this edition
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Edition Details
- Runtime
- 368 pages
- Release date
- 2018-12-17
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