Writ of Execution

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Masterful storytelling, gripping legal drama, and relentless suspense define Perri O'Shaughnessy's work. Critics praise her legal thrillers as "terrific" and "a real puzzler" with diabolical twists. In this electrifying tale, attorney Nina Reilly is drawn into a shadowy world of high-stakes money and cold-blooded murder in South Lake Tahoe. Known for championing underdog cases, Nina's latest challenge begins on a summer night when she meets a desperate new client, Jessie Potter, who has just won a massive slot machine jackpot. However, powerful interests are determined to claim the winnings, including a gaming commission that suspects the jackpot was rigged and a man who insists the money is rightfully his. As Nina devises a plan to help Jessie keep her identity secret and collect her winnings, the situation escalates dangerously. An unscrupulous local lawyer, Jeff Riesner, is hired to undermine Jessie's claim using a Writ of Execution, turning the odds against them. As Nina uncovers that Jessie is hiding critical information, the stakes become deadly. A cold-blooded killer lurks in the shadows, willing to commit murder to seize the jackpot. This thrilling narrative sweeps from Tahoe's casinos to the courtroom, culminating in a race against time that reveals dark secrets and life-threatening consequences.