Penance For Jerry Kennedy
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Edition: 1st uk ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Penance For Jerry Kennedy plunges readers into the murky world of Boston's criminal justice system, continuing the saga of lawyer Jerry Kennedy as he navigates the treacherous demands of his clientele. This gripping crime novel uncovers the moral ambiguities inherent in defending the indefensible, presenting a stark portrait of loyalty and betrayal. Higgins's signature sharp dialogue and cynical wit permeate every page, illustrating the complex web of relationships that bind criminals and their legal counsel. The narrative details Kennedy's struggle to maintain his integrity amidst the constant pressure to compromise his principles. It ultimately argues for the heavy cost of operating within a system where justice is often a negotiable commodity.
Author: George V Higgins
Format: Hardback
Published: 1985, ANDRE DEUTSCH
Edition: 1st uk ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Penance For Jerry Kennedy plunges readers into the murky world of Boston's criminal justice system, continuing the saga of lawyer Jerry Kennedy as he navigates the treacherous demands of his clientele. This gripping crime novel uncovers the moral ambiguities inherent in defending the indefensible, presenting a stark portrait of loyalty and betrayal. Higgins's signature sharp dialogue and cynical wit permeate every page, illustrating the complex web of relationships that bind criminals and their legal counsel. The narrative details Kennedy's struggle to maintain his integrity amidst the constant pressure to compromise his principles. It ultimately argues for the heavy cost of operating within a system where justice is often a negotiable commodity.