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Presumed Innocent
A veteran prosecutor is asked to investigate the murder of a colleague with whom he once had an affair. As evidence mounts, he finds himself the accused in his own courtroom.
Facts last checked 2026-10-16
- First published
- 1987
- Pace
- Medium
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 436
- Format
- Book 1 of 13 in Kindle County Legal Thriller
Read this if you like legal thrillers with a deep look at ambition, marriage and how the courts really work.
Skip this if you want fast action; it is a measured, procedural book with a lot of talk.
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Quick answers about Presumed Innocent
- What is Presumed Innocent about?
- A veteran prosecutor is asked to investigate the murder of a colleague with whom he once had an affair. As evidence mounts, he finds himself the accused in his own courtroom.
- Who should read Presumed Innocent?
- Read it if you like legal thrillers with a deep look at ambition, marriage and how the courts really work. Skip it if you want fast action; it is a measured, procedural book with a lot of talk.
- How long and how fast is Presumed Innocent?
- It is a medium-paced, medium read of about 436 pages, first published in 1987.
- Does Presumed Innocent have content warnings?
- Content we flag: Death, Sexual assault, Infidelity.
- Can I borrow Presumed Innocent for free?
- Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Presumed Innocent; the borrow button above searches it for you.
- What should I read after Presumed Innocent?
- Readers who liked it often move on to A Time to Kill, The Firm, The Talented Mr. Ripley.
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