Thaddeus Murfee

Authentic and unputdownable, a high-octane legal thriller from lawyer turned bestseller, John Ellsworth. When he lands a high-profile murder case to defend, Thaddeus Murfee is up against his first major adversary. But it's not the prosecution. It's his client. He might be fresh out of law school and a touch idealistic, but Murfee has a tenacity that belies his inexperience. He'll need it as he's swept into a deadly game of treachery and lies. With a dark secret around every corner, Murfee has the fight of his life to uncover the truth and survive in the high-stakes world of the American criminal justice system. John Ellsworth's heart-pounding and intricate thriller will leave you open-mouthed and wanting more.

He promised the mobsters a reasonable death. They should have accepted. When Thaddeus Murfee finds himself in the crosshairs of old-time mobsters, he knows his days are numbered. In a desperate attempt to break free, he files a lawsuit, only to learn that suing the mob comes with deadly consequences. As violent thugs and silent assassins pursue him across the country, Thaddeus seeks refuge with an ancient sheepherder in the Arizona mountains. In this temporary sanctuary, he must race against time to uncover the truth before the mob's relentless pursuit catches up with him. With his life hanging in the balance, Thaddeus must outsmart his enemies and expose the truth, or face the ultimate price for his defiance. For fans of John Grisham, a stunning series of page-turning thrillers.

A lawyer's fight for justice puts his family in the crosshairs. Thaddeus Murfee's life takes a shocking turn when he discovers a long-lost sister charged with murder, desperately needing his legal expertise. Already juggling the demands of raising a young family and his own legal troubles, Thaddeus finds himself defending three felony crimes, including his own, as the mob seeks retribution. Vengeful and defiant, the mob's brutal attacks hit closer to home with each passing day. With everything to lose and the weight of the world on his shoulders, Thaddeus must navigate a treacherous path to protect his family and seek justice for his sister. Thaddeus squares off against the bloodthirsty mob; the stakes have never been higher. For fans of John Grisham, multi-million seller John Ellsworth takes readers on a heart-pounding journey where the lines between family, justice, and survival blur.

When a hospital covers up a tragedy, a young lawyer seeks justice. Thaddeus Murfee, a tenacious young lawyer, takes on a corrupt hospital and insurance company after a newborn suffers a devastating brain injury. As Murfee navigates a treacherous web of medical malpractice and forged records, he uncovers a sinister conspiracy that threatens to derail his case. With the odds stacked against him, he has to stay one step ahead in his quest for justice. A pulse-pounding crime thriller that will keep listeners on the edge of their seats. For fans of John Grisham; a tense legal thriller with twists you won't see coming.

What happens when you do all the right things for all the wrong reasons? Thaddeus Murfee finds himself entangled in a web of deceit when the wife of a prominent District Attorney confesses to murder. As Murfee delves deeper into the evidence, he uncovers a twisted tale that challenges everything he believes. When a traumatized teenage girl seeks his help, Thad must make a choice that will not only determine the fate of his clients, but his entire career. Immerse yourself in a tangled web of murder, deceit and the blurred lines between justice and vengeance. For fans of John Grisham; a tense legal thriller with twists you won't see coming.

Sanity is on trial as Thaddeus Murfee faces his toughest case. Ansel Largent, a fierce Chicago attorney, seems to have it all: a successful career, a happy marriage and near-universal respect. Until everything falls apart in a single night, with the disappearance of the two women closest to him. Largent's life and character are put under intense scrutiny, casting doubt on his mental stability. Thaddeus Murfee takes on his most complex case yet, defending Ansel in a trial that will push him to his limits. As the truth unravels, Murfee is determined to protect the innocent, but the outcome will leave him questioning his own moral compass. For fans of John Grisham, a twisted legal thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end.

Attorney Thaddeus Murfee is skyjacked to Moscow. Next to him on the plane is Angelina Sosa, a brash twenty-something with a degree in journalism from the esteemed University of Chicago. Angelina decides to write a New York Times bestseller based on the skyjacking. She isn't sure if it will be fiction or non-fiction, but she has her topic once the plane is diverted. Thaddeus Murfee has just received front-page notoriety in the Tribune for his extraordinary courtroom defense of a World War II death camp survivor. Lately, Thaddeus' name is being mentioned at all the important lawyer gatherings as the lawyer to keep an eye on in the United States. In fact, there is even talk about him running for public office, maybe even United States Senator. Angelina tells Thaddeus she will base new bestseller on the skyjacking. Surely a Pulitzer Prize isn't even out of reach. Thaddeus declines all interviews with Angelina and the struggle begins. What follows is an incredible legal thriller in Moscow, where Thaddeus and Angelina are the unwilling guests of the Russian President. Thaddeus Murfee is at the top of his game. The The New York Times Bestseller will delight all Thaddeus Murfee fans.

Thaddeus Murfee's life is about to change forever. And there is nothing he can do to stop it. Reeling from a brutal attack, Thaddeus Murfee finds himself drawn into a complex web of betrayal and legal turmoil when his long-time friend, Killen Erwin, seeks his help. With Killen facing a ruthless special prosecutor and his personal life in shambles, Thaddeus decides to defend his friend, despite the overwhelmingly unfavorable odds. As the case unfolds, Thaddeus is forced to confront his own doubts and vulnerabilities, testing the limits of his legal prowess. A heart-pounding legal thriller in which three-million seller John Ellsworth masterfully weaves a tale of loyalty, grit, and a dogged determination to get to the truth.

When you need to prove life after death to win a court case, you better hope for a miracle. Dr. Emerick Sewell's book, a sensational account of his near-death experience, has taken the world by storm. But when one of his readers overdoses on pills to be reunited with her dead husband, her family blames Dr. Sewell and files suit. Against his better judgment, Thaddeus Murfee swallows his cynicism and takes the case. As the young lawyer delves deeper, new evidence emerges that forces him to question the very nature of life and death. A thought-provoking crime thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final verdict is revealed.

Climb aboard the justice train and let Thaddeus keep you up all night in Flagstaff Station An FBI chase through the streets of Phoenix leads to an epic firefight and the fatal shooting of an important member of the Vittini mob. As a result, Special Agent Donnie Francisco faces an enraged crime family bent on payback. They come for Donnie, they come for his family. Donnie seeks out Flagstaff attorney Thaddeus Murfee. The lawyer agrees to defend and exonerate the agent, but he runs afoul of the mob himself. The body count rises as warfare erupts in the court and in the dark streets and back alleys and small towns of Arizona. A young Indian boy seeks out Thaddeus for help. The boy, Thaddeus, and Donnie travel to reservation lands and meet with the elders of the Indian Court. Watch from the front row of the jury box as Thaddeus and Christine, his wife, tangle with Indian culture and twenty-first century technology. Then, Turquoise Murfee, Thaddeus's police detective daughter, makes a discovery at Flagstaff Station that could trigger sudden death-but she doesn't know what she has and could inadvertently kill hundreds of innocent men, women, and children if Thaddeus doesn't stop her in time.