A review by asourceoffiction
Fifty-Fifty by Steve Cavanagh

dark emotional tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I think the Eddie Flynn books are just getting better and better. This one felt like a fresh, unique idea and led to so much fun speculation. And I still love how Eddie can so cleverly tear people apart in the courtroom, which happened plenty here.

I'm also really excited by the introduction new players on Eddie's side, who could bring a new dynamic to the series. With both Avellino sisters being represented by lawyers I liked, I didn't want either of them to be guilty. And Cavanagh brilliantly uses narrative and character development to make me suspect both sisters, and constantly flip between which I thought was guilty. I may have spotted the ending coming, but by the time I had it worked out it took nothing away from my enjoyment of the plot.

Ultimately the best thing about this series is its characters. I love that there's some fresh meat, and I love the role Harry took on the other side of the courtroom in this book. I can't wait to see what comes next!
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