Conviction by Richard North Patterson (2005, Hardcover)

This time the issue is capital punishment. Using many of his previous characters and adding several new faces, Patterson weaves an interesting and compelling story of the intricate process that American jurisprudence has constructed in the appeal process for death row inmates. A little slow moving in places, sometimes frustrating (because of the legal system--not the author), but always entertaining, this book will keep you reading--and thinking. Patterson always pleases, and this book is no exception.