Deverell William Boeken

One sleazy lawyer after another disappears in this reissue of the 1995 legal thriller Kill All the Lawyers.

The plot revolves around a catastrophic incident involving a diplomatic delegation from Bhashyistan, which leads to a sharp decline in a Calgary oil company's shares. Arthur Beauchamp finds himself embroiled in a complex web of deceit involving cunning civil servants, enthusiastic government officials, recently freed eco-terrorists, and a bumbling spy. The story promises a blend of intrigue and humor as Beauchamp navigates the chaos surrounding the political fallout.

"Historian William Deverell tells the heartbreaking story of a young girl trapped in a well--a story that transfixed the nation in what would become the first live, breaking-news TV spectacle in history."--Amazon.com

The story revolves around Gabriel Swift, an Indigenous activist whose close relationship with Professor Mulligan turns complicated when the professor goes missing. Despite being a mentee and a brilliant mind, Swift becomes the prime suspect in Mulligan's disappearance. The narrative explores themes of racism, mentorship, and the complexities of justice, as Mulligan's widow defends Swift's innocence, challenging societal perceptions and highlighting the struggles faced by Indigenous individuals.

A quirky group of eco-activists discovers that a chemical factory's pesticide is harming bee populations and resolves to sabotage its production. They enlist the help of criminal lawyer Arthur Beauchamp, who faces the challenge of defending them in a high-stakes trial. The narrative explores themes of environmentalism, legal ethics, and the complexities of justice as tensions rise in the courtroom.

Set against the backdrop of a sensational 1966 murder trial, a young lawyer grapples with the weight of his past failures while defending a housemaid accused of killing her wealthy employer. As he navigates the courtroom's unpredictable dynamics, Arthur Beauchamp's sharp cross-examinations ignite a flicker of hope for an acquittal. In the present, he embarks on writing a memoir, reflecting on his life filled with social blunders and eccentric island neighbors, revealing the challenges of confronting both his past and his personal struggles.

Set against a backdrop of global intrigue, the narrative follows a high-stakes race through cities like Montreal, New York, and Paris as an extremist warlord prepares to deploy a devastating force known as Mecca. The story intertwines themes of espionage and terrorism, creating a tense atmosphere where every moment counts and the stakes could not be higher.

The plot revolves around a series of mysterious murders targeting judges in British Columbia, prompting Arthur Beauchamp to come out of retirement. He finds himself defending Cudworth Brown, a poet he once opposed, while also investigating a missing mystery novel penned by Brown's unreliable ex-lawyer. As Beauchamp delves deeper into the case, he uncovers layers of intrigue that challenge his skills and past experiences.

In a quest for inspiration and romance, Maggie Schneider escapes to Costa Rica, only to be unexpectedly kidnapped by a charming revolutionary named Halcon, the Falcon. As she navigates her perilous situation with this rag-tag gang, Maggie discovers an adventure that challenges her perceptions of love and danger, leading to unexpected connections and personal growth.

Dr. Tim Dare, a psychiatrist facing personal and professional turmoil, grapples with his crumbling marriage, a disciplinary hearing, and a looming death threat. As he navigates these crises, the story delves into themes of mental health, resilience, and the fragility of life, revealing how one man's struggles can lead to profound self-discovery and transformation amidst chaos.