A review by martyfried
The Fall by John Lescroart
5.0
Although this story included the humorous interactions between all the usual suspects, there were some welcome additions. The most obvious was the addition of Diz's daughter "the Bec" as a lawyer in Dismas Hardy's firm. This was a nice addition, as it gives us one more target for his wisecracks, which I enjoy.
Another addition, or change, was in the basic formula of most of his stories, but I don't want to spoil the surprise. If you've read it, you probably know what I mean, but here it is.... Anyway, there's some added excitement after the trial.
I speak about the basic formula, but I don't think that detracts from the enjoyment of the stories. The plots vary enough to be interesting, and the main attraction to me is the interaction between Dismas, Abe, and other characters. I would be happy to have friends like these in my life.
Another addition, or change, was in the basic formula of most of his stories, but I don't want to spoil the surprise. If you've read it, you probably know what I mean, but here it is...
Spoiler
The formula I speak of is the one where innocent people get accused of a crime, and it looks like they are going to be found guilty through unfair circumstances.I speak about the basic formula, but I don't think that detracts from the enjoyment of the stories. The plots vary enough to be interesting, and the main attraction to me is the interaction between Dismas, Abe, and other characters. I would be happy to have friends like these in my life.