When a mysterious letter lures retired music teacher Susan Wiles and her husband Mike to Atlanta, Georgia, the hunt for the truth about a thirty year old murder case begins. Did Richard Stirling murder his wife, or does new evidence prove his innocence? Both Susan's birth mother and Richard's best friend believe the wrong man was arrested, but Susan's birth mother is in lo When a mysterious letter lures retired music teacher Susan Wiles and her husband Mike to Atlanta, Georgia, the hunt for the truth about a thirty year old murder case begins. Did Richard Stirling murder his wife, or does new evidence prove his innocence? Both Susan's birth mother and Richard's best friend believe the wrong man was arrested, but Susan's birth mother is in love with the man, and his best friend credits him with saving his life. Richard's own brother, a law professor at Iberton University, believes he is guilty. From past encounters with Richard, Susan sees him as a womanizer who's been playing her mother for years. Perhaps she can prove without a doubt that Richard Stirling is guilty and prevent her mother from wasting any more time or money on him. While solving the case, Susan hides a deep, personal secret that could affect the lives of those closest to her. Will she be able to keep the secret while determining whether or not Murder is Legal?
Murder is Legal
When a mysterious letter lures retired music teacher Susan Wiles and her husband Mike to Atlanta, Georgia, the hunt for the truth about a thirty year old murder case begins. Did Richard Stirling murder his wife, or does new evidence prove his innocence? Both Susan's birth mother and Richard's best friend believe the wrong man was arrested, but Susan's birth mother is in lo When a mysterious letter lures retired music teacher Susan Wiles and her husband Mike to Atlanta, Georgia, the hunt for the truth about a thirty year old murder case begins. Did Richard Stirling murder his wife, or does new evidence prove his innocence? Both Susan's birth mother and Richard's best friend believe the wrong man was arrested, but Susan's birth mother is in love with the man, and his best friend credits him with saving his life. Richard's own brother, a law professor at Iberton University, believes he is guilty. From past encounters with Richard, Susan sees him as a womanizer who's been playing her mother for years. Perhaps she can prove without a doubt that Richard Stirling is guilty and prevent her mother from wasting any more time or money on him. While solving the case, Susan hides a deep, personal secret that could affect the lives of those closest to her. Will she be able to keep the secret while determining whether or not Murder is Legal?
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Lisa Morin –
I am a huge fan of this series. Susan Wiles is a wonderful character and because she is so real, it makes reading these stories a delightful treat. Susan has reconnected with her birth mother and is trying hard to understand how her mother can be in love with a man who is serving time for killing his wife. Richard Sterling is innocent, or so he claims, but Susan doesn't believe it. In her opinion, he is just using her mother for her money and Susan can't understand why her mother is hell bent on I am a huge fan of this series. Susan Wiles is a wonderful character and because she is so real, it makes reading these stories a delightful treat. Susan has reconnected with her birth mother and is trying hard to understand how her mother can be in love with a man who is serving time for killing his wife. Richard Sterling is innocent, or so he claims, but Susan doesn't believe it. In her opinion, he is just using her mother for her money and Susan can't understand why her mother is hell bent on supporting him. It appears there is new evidence supporting Richard's claim of innocence so Susan and her husband Mike set out to try and find the truth. Richard's best friend believes in his innocence but Richard's brother thinks he is guilty. The family drama is tense and not everyone is who they claim to be. Once you pick up this book, I guarantee you won't want to put it down. This is an exciting story that is bound to keep you guessing until the very end. Ms. Weiner is a witty story teller and her ability to spin such a wonderful tale is amazing. I was honored to receive an ARC of this book from the author in exchange for my fair and honest review.
Tiffany –
Excellent Very good stand alone cozy mystery. Susan is an interesting amateur sleuth with a personal life that is almost another story. I loved how supportive her detective daughter was in the book. I would recommend and I would read more from this author.
Ellen White –
Susan and Mike going to Atlanta all because of a letter. Was there a connection to just finding out her birth farther was. Meeting Mr Churchill, then finding her mother entered, words spoken of which they said before they didn’t want to see one another ever again. The family drama begins, wanting a new case for a brother in prison. Finding out who your parents are may have been better left alone.
Cindy –
Thoroughly enjoyable An interesting plot with twists and likable characters makes for a pleasant evenings reading experience. I hope to read more in this series. Clean, moves along well and finishes with some panache.
Charlene Davis –
Very good You know you did though before half way, however, the characters are so fun to follow that you have to keep going. Very similar to a Nancy Drew book. Your pre-teen would enjoy just as much as I did.
Krystyna –
The truth is out there. Fabulous read. Not only the mystery but also the further developments in the relationships between the characters. When a letter hits her doormat she is shaken with trepidation. It is from someone she's never met but says that the man in prison is innocent and that they should be able to find the truth if they work together. When she and her husband meet the author they find out that he is an old friend of the family of the imprisoned man. But she is shocked that meeting h The truth is out there. Fabulous read. Not only the mystery but also the further developments in the relationships between the characters. When a letter hits her doormat she is shaken with trepidation. It is from someone she's never met but says that the man in prison is innocent and that they should be able to find the truth if they work together. When she and her husband meet the author they find out that he is an old friend of the family of the imprisoned man. But she is shocked that meeting her father (the brother of the imprisoned man and the man that is supposed to be his legal defence) for the first time is happening right here, right now. However when her mother bursts into the room, she goes incandescent. They have gad a row over her father and she can't forgive her for that. But she does agree not to say anything until they have looked into the possible proof that is supposed to be laid out to them. Add in lies, an arsonist, an expose journalist, murder and attempted murder for a read that gives you more suspects then you can count and has you revising who is responsible for the woman's death 30 years ago. On a lighter note her daughter's police partner is now happily married and expecting their first baby. Will things go as planned?
Diana –
Atlanta bound When Susan received a strange letter asking her and her husband Mike to come to Atlanta to help try to prove a thirty year old conviction for murder false. Of course Susan is intrigued but the convicted felon is someone she does not like. Following the trail of all the suspects from thirty years proves to be a daunting task and one of their clue free is working against them. Another whodunit worth turning the pages til the very end. This author is one who you should read it you are a Atlanta bound When Susan received a strange letter asking her and her husband Mike to come to Atlanta to help try to prove a thirty year old conviction for murder false. Of course Susan is intrigued but the convicted felon is someone she does not like. Following the trail of all the suspects from thirty years proves to be a daunting task and one of their clue free is working against them. Another whodunit worth turning the pages til the very end. This author is one who you should read it you are a mystery fan.
Bradette Michel –
In Murder is Legal amateur sleuth Susan Wiles and her husband Mike find themselves knee deep in a family murder mystery which makes Susan even more compelled to find the truth. Weiner fans will not be disappointed in her latest cozy mystery that keeps readers guessing until the end. But the mystery is only part of the appeal of this series. Her fondness for naps and fatty foods are just two things that make protagonist Susan Wiles the Everywoman we all know and love.
Jane Firebaugh –
Susan is as fabulous as usual in this new book in the series! If you haven't read any of these, you are missing out! If you have, I know you won't want to miss this one. Great read! Susan is as fabulous as usual in this new book in the series! If you haven't read any of these, you are missing out! If you have, I know you won't want to miss this one. Great read!
Jeanette Hurrelbrink –
Murder is Legal Another interesting novel in this series. Characters were a little confusing at first. Look forward to reading the next novel
Julie –
Another winner by Diane Weiner. This is a great addition to her series with twists and turns for her character Susan Wiles. Add a little mother - daughter drama which we all have, and suspicious characters that keep you guessing until the very end. Well done.
Kathy Kirkland –
One of my favorite series! Lots of twists, surprises and quirks to keep you reading to the very end!
Michele bookloverforever –
suggest you read in order. crazy plot. full of desperate deeds. ends with a surprise at least for the leading character.
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