Miranda Writes by Gail Ward Olmstead | Book Review ~ #ContemporaryWomensFiction
Book Details
Miranda Writes by Gail Ward Olmsted
Published by Black Rose Writing on 09/08/2022
Genres: Contemporary Fiction, Family, Literary Fiction, Women's Literature
Format: eBook, Paperback
Pages: 239
A disgraced attorney seeking redemption. A single mother desperate to regain custody of her son. Two women willing to risk it all to put a sexual predator behind bars.
Former Assistant District Attorney Miranda Quinn is on the brink of a career comeback when she gets a phone call. It’s a witness who disappeared three years earlier, resulting in a violent criminal going free. Miranda got fired as a result, but the witness has re-surfaced with a shocking story to tell; one that implicates Miranda and her ex, defense attorney Adam Baxter. And now, there’s a new victim.
Miranda’s legal advice blog-turned-podcast Miranda Writes is about to become a daytime TV show, but the negative press could destroy her credibility. Will the network stand behind her?
When it comes to the law, Miranda has all the answers, but the questions are getting harder and the stakes are getting higher. The dangerous web of lies and cover-ups she exposes leaves her questioning just how much she is willing to risk. She has the right to remain silent, but needs to speak up… doesn’t she?Miranda Writes is a story of how far we’ll go to protect those we love and the power of second chances.
Source: Kindle Unlimited, Received from the author or publisher for review.
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Purchase Links for Miranda Writes
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My thoughts on Miranda Writes
Miranda Writes by Gail Ward Olmsted gripped me from the opening pages. I read the entire book in one sitting.
I previously reviewed The Landscape of a Marriage by Ms. Olmsted. While I enjoyed that leisurely tale, Miranda Writes takes the reader on a nonstop thrill ride.
Just when disgraced attorney, Miranda Quinn, thinks she has her life turned around, a blast from the past rocks her. Her legal advice blog and podcast are taking off when New York calls to offer her a daytime show. Making it clear she’s not the next Jerry Springer, Miranda and her manager Brian are busy negotiating the details.
Becky, the witness in a rape case, who disappeared three years earlier, causing Miranda to lose her job with the States Attorney, turns up looking for help. That’s about as far as I dare go in talking about the plot. The story takes twists I never saw coming, ultimately setting this tale apart from others I’ve read.
The character development is impressive for such a fast read. The main protagonist endears herself by being relatable to most readers. Each character, in turn, pulls emotion to the forefront. We meet the best friend we all wish we had, the ex is easy to despise, and Dad and his retired cop pals are so protective.
Relationships are built, destroyed, and mended, making this a book of redemption and second chances. There is a bit of romance but nothing detailed or blush-worthy.
I was excited to learn there would be a sequel, as I fell in love with the characters in this tale. They have so much more to tell us.
I highly recommend Miranda Writes to lovers of well-told tales, second chances at life, and legal thrillers.
I received a digital copy of the book from the author or publisher to review. However, I also read this book through Kindle Unlimited. This is my honest, unbiased opinion.
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About Gail Ward Olmsted
About Gail Ward Olmsted:
A family trip to Sedona, AZ prompted me to start writing JEEP TOUR, my first novel. I fell in love with the red rocks and blue skies. My second novel is Guessing at Normal, a rock and roll love story. Driving on the Left, a romantic sequel of sorts to JEEP TOUR is based in Ireland. Second Guessing, a contemporary romance, follows Jill's story from Guessing at Normal.
Landscape of a Marriage is a historical fiction on the lives of park builder Frederick Law Olmsted and his late brother's widow, Mary.
I enjoy writing about quirky, lovable women in search of their happy ever after. Second chances, do-overs, fresh starts: whatever you want to call them, our ability to reinvent ourselves is a beautiful thing.
My latest is Miranda Writes, a contemporary novel with a legal twist. You'll fall in love with Miranda Quinn, a disgraced attorney seeking, you guessed it, a career comeback. And her love life could use a jump start too!
A hopeless romantic, I am married to the love of my life. My favorite role is that of mom to two young adults. I enjoy reading, boating, knitting, music, and traveling.
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Find More Gail Ward Olmstead Reviews Here:
Landscape of a Marriage: Central Park Was Only the Beginning
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