Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Imperfect Justice, by Kara Putnam


Imperfect Justice is a classic legal thriller with just the right amount of tension.  Kaylene Adams allegedly shot her daughter and then was killed by police.  The police and the media present it as an open and shut case, but attorney Emilie Wesley believes a different story.  She knows that Kaylene was being abused by her husband, would never dream of hurting her girls, and was looking for a way out of the unhealthy and violent relationship. Joined by Kaylene's brother, Reid Billings, she works to uncover the truth and secure a safe future for Kaylene's surviving daughter.  
This the second book I've read by Cara Putman.  I previously read and enjoyed Beyond Justice, so I was looking forward to reading another one.  I was especially excited to see Emilie Wesley, a roommate who held a smaller role in Beyond Justice.  Once again, Putnam did not disappoint.  Her characters are well developed and likable (except the ones that are not supposed to be likable!)  Emilie and Reid made a lovely and interesting pair, and their story felt believable rather than forced.  Their scenes always brought a smile.  The romance was skillfully woven with the mystery, and neither one overpowered the other.  
Imperfect Justice, along with Beyond Justice, were just very enjoyable books.  Well-paced, interesting, and easy to read.  They are not in same league as John Grisham thrillers.... but they don't try to be.  They do something a little bit different, and they do it very well.   


*I received this book from BookLook Bloggers in exchange for an honest review.  All opinions are my own.*


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