The Law of Innocence

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The Law of Innocence

Michael Connelly · Book · 2021

What hooked you in The Law of Innocence was the high-stakes navigation of a flawed legal system where the truth remains buried.

Films on the same thread

The Lincoln Lawyer

The Lincoln Lawyer

Brad Furman · Film · 2011

Shares 3 threads with The Law of Innocence: Justice System, Legal Thriller, Courtroom Drama.

This film captures the same moral ambiguity found in The Law of Innocence, showcasing how a charismatic attorney operates in the gray areas of the law to secure a win.

Series on the same thread

The Lincoln Lawyer

The Lincoln Lawyer

David E. Kelley · Series · 2022

Shares 2 threads with The Law of Innocence: Justice System, Courtroom Drama.

Just as in The Law of Innocence, this series centers on the high-pressure environment of the criminal justice system, highlighting the relentless pursuit of justice from inside a Lincoln.

Podcasts on the same thread

CounterClock

CounterClock

Audiochuck · Podcast · 2025

Explores: unsolved homicide, seeking justice, historical mystery.

If you appreciated the investigative rigor of The Law of Innocence, you will value this deep dive into cold cases that exposes how the truth often hides beneath historical mysteries.

To Live and Die in LA

To Live and Die in LA

Tenderfoot TV & Audacy · Podcast · 2023

This investigative journey mirrors the personal risk and intense stakes of The Law of Innocence, proving that uncovering the truth behind a disappearance requires sacrifice and a refusal to quit.

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Common questions

Is The Law of Innocence a standalone story?

The Law of Innocence is part of the Lincoln Lawyer series featuring defense attorney Mickey Haller. While it functions as a distinct legal thriller involving a specific case where Haller is charged with a crime, it follows his established career as a defense attorney.

What happens to Mickey Haller in The Law of Innocence?

In The Law of Innocence, Mickey Haller is pulled over by police following a successful court case. The officers discover the body of a former client inside the trunk of his Lincoln, leading to Haller being immediately charged with murder.

Who is the author of The Law of Innocence?

The Law of Innocence was written by Michael Connelly. He is a renowned number one New York Times bestselling author who created the character Mickey Haller for this series of legal thrillers.

How is The Law of Innocence described by critics?

The Associated Press has described The Law of Innocence as one of the finest legal thrillers of the last decade. The book follows defense attorney Mickey Haller as he faces a personal crisis after being accused of a crime involving a former client.

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