My first TG Wolff book—and definitely not my last.
When Inspector Lucy Torok is murdered and dumped at a construction site, the case quickly becomes complicated legally, politically, and personally. Newly appointed interim Attorney General Jakob Rizk is tasked with prosecuting the case, and his twin brother Seth flies in to help. From there, the story weaves through dirty politics, competing construction companies, and a young engineer who appears to be framed, all while keeping the focus on character and momentum rather than getting bogged down in technical detail.
The real hook for me was the dynamic between the twins. Jakob is serious and academic, while Seth brings humor and mischief, and their interactions added warmth and levity to an otherwise serious story. While this isn’t a thriller, I had a hard time putting it down. Wolff balances legal intrigue, police work, and political maneuvering without overwhelming the reader, keeping the twists coming and the pages turning. The Indianapolis setting gave the story a solid mid-sized city feel which is important to the plot without overshadowing it.
Content-wise, the book includes the sudden death of a close friend and a suicide attempt by the accused engineer. These moments were handled thoughtfully and realistically, without unnecessary drama. The characters felt fully developed and familiar very quickly, from Jakob navigating his new role, to Seth hiding his own problems to support his brother, to the sharp and capable detectives and the less admirable political players. Based on my rating system, this earned 5 out of 5 stars. Any book that keeps me reading past my bedtime gets top marks. Readers who enjoy legal mysteries with strong characters and a touch more humor than a typical John Grisham novel should find this a great fit. I’ll definitely be reading more from TG Wolff and hope this turns into a series.
A special thank you to Tule Publishing for providing this book for review consideration via NetGallery. All opinions are my own.
