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Dirty Blonde

By: Lisa Scottoline
Narrated by: Barbara Rosenblat
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Cate Fante is strong and smart, but when she gets appointed a federal judge, even she wonders if she can do the job justice. She's in her 30s, and she feels like she's joining the world's most exclusive retirement village. But Cate keeps her doubts a secret. And, as it happens, much else. For she leads a dark, double life that she hides from everyone.

Then a high-profile case in her courtroom explodes into a shocking murder-suicide, and it blasts her cover wide open. Overnight, her new career hangs in tatters. But Cate's troubles are only beginning. An enemy no one anticipated sends her running for her life, embarking on a journey that begins in the mystery of her own childhood. She'll have to fight her way back to the truth, or die trying.

Dirty Blonde is Lisa Scottoline's most suspenseful and gripping thriller to date. Mixing poignancy with her trademark wit and wonderfully compelling characters, it questions whether law and justice are always the same thing.

©2006 Lisa Scottoline (P)2006 HarperCollins Publishers, Inc. Detective Fiction Legal Mystery Suspense Thriller Thriller & Suspense Women Sleuths Women's Fiction Law Crime Exciting Legal Mystery Thriller Suspense

Editorial reviews

Lisa Scottoline has written her most entertaining novel yet. Featuring newly appointed Federal Court Judge Cate Fante, the novel is a terrific page-turner, and Barbara Rosenblat's performance complements the story wonderfully. Rosenblat is especially effective conveying Cate's emotions and insecurities, which combine to place her in the middle of a murder and other events that arise from a ruling in one her cases. Equally important, Rosenblat captures the personalities and emotions of the novel's many supporting characters, supplying each with a distinct voice and style. Scottoline's fans will enjoy the story and look forward to the next chapter in Judge Fante's tumultuous life.

Critic reviews

"The fast pace and ever-increasing tension will keep readers turning the pages." (Publishers Weekly)
Engaging Plot • Unexpected Twists • Fantastic Narration • Believable Protagonist • Witty Dialogue • Perfect Voice
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I am a fan of Lisa Scottoline and usually enjoy her books. This one was disappointing. Not her usual edge-of-your-seat story. Totally random ending.

Meh…

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This is a great story but there were many skips throughout the actual recording. The audio quality is not what I have come to expect. Very entertaining easy enough to deal with audio quality.

Great story

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I've tried to read/listen to this several times. finally completed it. i like strong women characters, but not when they are actually weak with lots of angst and problems.

i don't like the main character

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Great but I didnt think the reason the bad guy did it was very good.

Glad I read it.

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not my favorite
didn't care for the female doing male voices. I felt like I was listening to sleazy mafia men

disappointed

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I read some of those other reviews with a smile, they can't seem to get past a character who is actually human with faults. Kate is a totally believable character, and this was an engulfing book that I thoroughly enjoyed. So if you are a high morals bible thumper pass this one by, if you want a fun book about a real woman dive in! Great job Lisa. Not as compelling as some of your others, but totally enjoyable. thank you.

Totally human

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This is my third book by Lisa Scottiline. Each one stood alone as a great story. This has been my favorite. Great job Lisa. !

Great story. Nice twists!

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Really enjoyed listening to this story. The story was engaging and kept you not wanting to put the book down. I would recommend this book to others!

Great twist for a good story live

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Compelling story with twists & turns! Love the main character! Great narration! Listened to it 2x. 👍🏼

❤️

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Lisa again gives her star character a witty sense of humor, making it a book I can listen to several times.

A book I can listen to again

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