James Huston (1) (1953–)

I had the book in my possession for two months, and delayed reading it, thinking it'd be "ok", but probably just another military action adventure like so many others. Now, I regret the delay. It ended up being a very good legal thriller, filled with courtroom drama, a likeable ex-marine lawyer defending a French helicopter company in a wrongful death / fraud lawsuit, an easy to dislike opponent who was an unethical class-action lawyer, no superhuman hero character, some suspense and intrigue, and a smattering of international politics. I think if you like the style of Scott Turow and John Grisham, you'd like this book too.… (mehr)

Great Action & Thrilling Story! Listened on Audible Audio. The story begins with the crash of Marine One Helicopter and killing the President. The court drama to indict World Com - a French manufacturer of the helicopter with a high power NY class action attorney representing the First Lady & the widows of the Pilots & secret service also killed in the crash against a small D.C. litigation Attorney representing the Manufacturer. Excellent Narration and Story Line - in this day in age even more conceivable and believable!… (mehr)