What happens if you do all the right things for all the wrong reasons?

The dead body found in Flagstaff is not hard to identify - the District Attorney had been a well known figure. His wife admits that she pulled the trigger, but her attorney Thaddeus Murfee finds a confusing mass of evidence that tells a different story. When a beautiful teen girl arrives, Thad has to make a decision with terrifying consequences. The riveting story of one lawyer's attempt to redeem himself, one wife's attempt to free herself, and one young girl's hope of a new life after years of unspeakable abuse.

Defending Turquoise is part of the Thaddeus Murfee Legal Thriller Series, which has more than 3.5 million readers and counting, and made John Ellsworth into a household name. If you love page-turning thrillers with mystery, clandestine plotting, and a dash of romance, dive into the world of Thaddeus Murfee today! USA Today Bestselling Author John Ellsworth's books are renowned for their twists and turns and surprise endings. See the politics and internal maneuvering that lurk behind criminal cases and discover how the strongest bonds can grow out of the strangest places.

"The Best Legal Fiction." - American Institute of Justice

"WE ARE INSPIRED BY THIS WRITER AND HOW HE IS DELIGHTING READERS"--AMAZON PRESS RELEASE 10/15/18

More than 3m copies downloaded and 1000s of five-star reviews. Available in digital, print, and audiobook.

What Amazon readers are saying:

★★★★★ 'Once I started reading, I didn't want to put it down!'

★★★★★ 'Recommend to anyone who likes legal thrillers.'

★★★★★ 'Once again, I love the way the author keeps you on your toes on who is going to be involved in the next crime.'

★★★★★ 'So far, this series is a must-read. John Ellsworth is a new author to me, and I will continue to read what he writes.'

★★★★★ 'John Ellsworth has done a great job creating a character who is in the same category as John Grisham, And the other great writers, my new favorite.'

★★★★★ 'Of course, I enjoy all of his books, but this one was exceptional!'

★★★★★ 'Remarkable book!'

★★★★★ 'John Ellsworth doesn't fool around.'

★★★★★ 'Simply awesome.'

★★★★★ 'This is another unputdownable book by Mr. Ellsworth.

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