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👀 First impressions:
The Defence wastes no time throwing the reader into chaos. Eddie Flynn, former con artist turned lawyer, is forced back into the courtroom under the most terrifying circumstances imaginable. With a bomb strapped to his back and his young daughter kidnapped, Eddie has forty eight hours to defend a notorious Russian mafia boss accused of murder and somehow secure an acquittal. The premise is outrageous in the best possible way, immediately establishing the novel as a high concept thriller with zero intention of slowing down.

✅ What I Liked:
The pacing is ferocious. Steve Cavanagh balances courtroom drama, ticking clock tension and emotional stakes with remarkable control. Eddie Flynn is a standout protagonist, sharp, cynical and deeply human, using his criminal past as a weapon in a justice system that often feels rigged from the start. The legal manoeuvring is clever without being inaccessible, and the twists are frequent, shocking and genuinely satisfying. Cavanagh’s writing is punchy and confident, keeping the tension taut from start to finish.

❎ What I didn’t Like:
The premise requires a certain suspension of disbelief, particularly as the plot escalates and the pressure mounts. Some readers may find the scale of the threat a little extreme, and there are moments where the story leans fully into thriller excess. That said, the novel commits so completely to its concept that it is hard not to go along for the ride.

📚 Why You Should Read This Book:
If you love fast paced legal thrillers with smart twists and morally complex heroes, The Defence is an absolute must read. It is perfect for readers who enjoy courtroom battles, criminal masterminds and protagonists who rely on intelligence rather than brute force. Fans of twist driven storytelling will find this impossible to put down.

💭 Final Thoughts:
The Defence is a masterclass in tension and pacing. Steve Cavanagh delivers a gripping thriller that questions the nature of justice while never sacrificing entertainment. Eddie Flynn is a character who demands your attention, and this novel firmly establishes him as one of the most compelling figures in modern crime fiction.

🛍️ Where to buy
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Final Rating ★★★★★ – A breathless legal thriller that grips hard and never lets go