In the first book of the Mickey Haller series, Los Angeles defense attorney Mickey Haller is known for running his law practice from the backseat of his Lincoln Town Car, defending criminals ranging from small-time con artists to serious offenders. Unlike most lawyers, Haller thrives in the gray areas of the legal system, always looking for an angle to win.
Haller’s life changes when he lands the case of a lifetime—defending Louis Roulet, a wealthy real estate heir accused of assaulting a woman. Roulet insists he was set up, and with money and power on his side, Haller sees this as an easy, high-paying win. However, as he digs deeper into the case, he uncovers disturbing connections to a past murder and realizes Roulet may be more dangerous than he seems.
As Haller fights to protect his client, he faces moral dilemmas, personal danger, and shocking revelations that make him question his own role in the justice system. With sharp legal drama, unpredictable twists, and high-stakes courtroom battles, The Lincoln Lawyer is a gripping legal thriller that introduces readers to one of Michael Connelly’s most compelling protagonists.
