The Street Lawyer: A Novel

ISBN: 0385339097

Author: Grisham, John

Condition: New

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Michael Brock is billing the hours, making the money, rushing relentlessly to the top of Drake & Sweeney, a giant D.C. law firm. One step away from partnership, Michael has it all. Then, in an instant, it all comes undone.A homeless man takes nine lawyers hostage in the firms plush offices. When it is all over, the mans blood is splattered on Michaels face-and suddenly Michael is willing to do the unthinkable. Rediscovering a conscience he lost long ago, Michael is leaving the big time for the streets where his attacker once lived-and where societys powerless need an advocate for justice.But theres one break Michael cant make: from a secret that has floated up from the depths of Drake & Sweeney, from a confidential file that is now in Michaels hands, and from a conspiracy that has already taken lives. Now Michaels former partners are about to become his bitter enemies. Because to them, Michael Brock is the most dangerous man on the streets.Dont miss John Grishams new book, THE EXCHANGE: AFTER THE FIRM!