Under Fire by Margaret McLean

Named as one of “The Next Faces of Boston Crime Fiction” by the Boston Globe in 2010, Margaret McLean has burst onto the thriller scene with Under Fire. Drawing on her years of experience as a criminal prosecutor in Boston, McLean has crafted an exciting courtroom mystery that touches on some of the most controversial topics in the news today. Margaret McLean’s firsthand experience and extensive knowledge of the legal system make her uniquely suited to continue the courtroom thriller in the steps of such greats as John Grisham and Boston’s own Robert B. Parker. Under Fire is an exciting and fascinating read that will keep the reader guessing, while showing the ins and outs of a complex trial, and the problems and prejudices that exist in our legal system today.

Forge, $24.99, June 2011, ISBN#: 978-0-7653-2814-4

This podcast was recorded at BookExpo America 2011 in New York City.