"Authenticity, conflict and humor all at once."

Aidan is scared. A police officer in jail is not safe, and he doesn't even know why he was arrested. The day doesn't get any better when he is introduced to his buttoned-down slick attorney, Grace. They cut at each other immediately. Grace does not believe he is innocent, but she is brilliant- -wait until you see how she gets him out of jail the first night. Despite the clash of their personalities, they have to work together. This is Grace's first big case but Aidan can't afford expensive help, so he helps with the investigation.

The dialogue between Grace and Aidan reminds me of a Hepburn and Tracy movie--quick, real, and hilarious. There are running gags throughout the whole story that are great touchstones, like Grace's stinginess, which is used on many levels to draw us deeper into what drives the characters. I love Ms. Bird's use of seemingly small plots points to add authenticity, conflict, and humour all at once, such as using public transportation in a large city and a policeman's inability to pay for expensive legal counsel. You will love these characters and their verbal tangos. I highly recommend this book.

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Reviewed by Karen Williston for Sensual Romance.

Reviewed by Sensual Romance
Courtesy Sensual Romance
Posted August 11, 2003

Summary

This was the case that could make or break Grace Simkanian's career as a defense attorney, but her client, Aidan McKenna, wasn't making it easy for her. The charming cop enjoyed provoking and challenging her — inspiring emotions that were anything but professional. Grace was determined to win this case, but would she lose her heart in the process?

Framed for extortion and set on proving his innocence, Aidan was forced to depend on the sleek, sophisticated Grace to help him find out who was behind the frame-up. His lady lawyer was pure temptation, and he yearned to set her cool demeanor on fire. But would putting his trust in Grace ultimately be Aidan's downfall?