The crash of a sightseeing plane kills five. An investigation will explain what happened. Or will it?
The well-heeled owners of the tour company scheme to pin the blame on their two-man maintenance team. But it isn't that simple. Was the well-connected, rookie pilot with a massive hangover to blame? Was it, in fact, faulty maintenance? Fate?
Tony Valenti is hired to defend the outgunned mechanics in a case where nothing is as it seems. He's up against a win-at-all-costs legal behemoth with resources that dwarf those of his mom-and-pop law firm. Only facts can save his clients, but Tony's search for the truth is thwarted at every turn by opponents who will stop at nothing to win.
Tony is already on the ropes when he makes the startling discovery that he has adversaries beyond the courtroom—enemies far more dangerous than a corrupt corporation and its lawyers. Plunged into a moral quagmire in which he's forced to risk one life to protect another, Tony isn't only battling to win a lawsuit... he's also racing to save the most precious people in his life.
"A fine story that will keep readers thoroughly engrossed to the end." D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review
"With his trademark breezy style reminiscent of Dennis Lehane, Turner has produced another devourable thriller." Self-Publishing Review, ★★★★½
Phil Bolos 5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Installment in the Series "This was a fantastic legal thriller. The opening had me hooked... The twists and turns the narrative took after that, as Tony tried to figure out what was really going on, had me glued to the pages. Fans of thrillers and mysteries will enjoy all that this book has to offer."
Grady Harp 5.0 out of 5 stars A fine case for Tony Valenti - and us! "a memorable character in Tony Valenti...Neil continues to establish fascinating cases...a well-crafted story...excellent characters...the language and pacing excels to the final satisfying page. The possibility of cinematic adaptation continues... Highly recommended."
JRL 5.0 out of 5 stars Who Was Responsible for the Accident?? Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2021 "This is the 1st book that I have read from this author and it will not be the last ... you must read this book."
Kat Denning 4.0 out of 5 stars Good Continuation of the series Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2021 "I enjoyed the first book in this series so I knew I liked the author's unique style and the main characters in this Chicago-based thriller/mystery novel. One thing I like is the legal perspective rather than a detective perspective, which is the more typical POV in these types of novels. The author is careful not to use too much legal or technical jargon and explains what he does use well. I do think his books could use better titles, but the content is A+ for the most part. Overall, a fast and fun read."
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Carol Ball rated it 4.0 out of 5.0 stars "This is the first book I have read by this author and I don't think it will be the last. I loved all the Italian heritage stuff and the hotheaded Italian stubbornness of the father is highlighted well. We live in Italy and believe me this is a very common trait amongst Italian men!! Great action thriller with a great ending - well written story. I would definitely like to read the next book in this series."
Susan van der Walt rated it 4.0 out of 5.0 stars "I like how the author shows the theme of loyalty throughout the book. Plane in the Lake is a complex novel with various angles. The use...