Common Pleas

Two young lovers stand accused of the murder of the girl's parents, and all of Philadelphia teems with speculation: Are they both innocent, or both guilty, or is one lying to protect the other? A story of the boundless power of obsessive love, Common Pleas is intricately constructed and lyrically written, with dazzling characters and breathtaking plot twists. Philadelphia lawyer and author Bonnie MacDougal again displays an impressive knowledge of forensic evidence and a true insider's savvy about the workings of the law. In Common Pleas, she delivers another provocative thriller that seamlessly blends the mystery of the crime with the darker secrets of the human heart.


Genre: Mystery