Review of Tropical Scandal

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Priya Murugesan wrote: 15 Jun 2024, 01:17 [Following is a volunteer review of "Tropical Scandal" by David Myles Robinson.]
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Tropical Scandal by David Myles Robinson

This legal thriller is set in Honolulu, Hawaii, and revolves around the murder of an old woman. The protagonist is Pancho McMartin, a top criminal defense attorney. He is approached by Isaac Goldblum, a legendary Hawaii trial attorney, to take on the murder case of seventy-four-year-old Eleanor Palakiko. Honoring his wishes, Pancho handles the case and defends the defendant, Dayton Kalama, who is the grandson of Eleanor. He delves into the case with his lover and former medical examiner Padma Dasari and his best friend and investigator Drew Tulafono, trying to unravel the mystery surrounding it. But as they commence their investigation, they are astounded by the volume of information they uncover. They had opened Pandora's box and rattled the skeleton in the closet. What began as a small case turned out to be the uncovering of the largest scandal in Hawaiian history. Who murdered Eleanor? Is Dayton innocent? What scandal had they stumbled upon? To learn about the answers, grab the book and start reading.

This is the fifth book in the Pancho McMartin series. I haven't read the other books, but that didn't affect my enjoyment, as this book can be read as a standalone thriller. I enjoy reading legal thrillers that are captivating and engaging. My love for this genre made me pick up this book, and I didn't regret my decision. 

The author's writing style is easy to comprehend and eloquent. The book is well-written, and the plot is well-developed. The story has a good flow. I enjoyed the way the layers of the case are unveiled and the truth is exposed. The book was gripping from the start, and there was no lagging. The author's background as an attorney is evident in the novel through realistic legal proceedings and courtroom scenes. I noticed only one mistake. Other than that, the editing is incredible. The book has a fair share of profane words and drug references.

As there is nothing I dislike in the book, I rate it 5 out of 5 stars. I highly recommend this book to readers who love realistic courtroom novels.

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This might be my first entry into the legal thriller space. Your description of the character dynamics makes me want to read Tropical Scandal and find out what happens next!
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Chi Chiu Michael Mak wrote: 02 Jun 2025, 08:48
Priya Murugesan wrote: 15 Jun 2024, 01:17 [Following is a volunteer review of "Tropical Scandal" by David Myles Robinson.]
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5 out of 5 stars
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Tropical Scandal by David Myles Robinson

This legal thriller is set in Honolulu, Hawaii, and revolves around the murder of an old woman. The protagonist is Pancho McMartin, a top criminal defense attorney. He is approached by Isaac Goldblum, a legendary Hawaii trial attorney, to take on the murder case of seventy-four-year-old Eleanor Palakiko. Honoring his wishes, Pancho handles the case and defends the defendant, Dayton Kalama, who is the grandson of Eleanor. He delves into the case with his lover and former medical examiner Padma Dasari and his best friend and investigator Drew Tulafono, trying to unravel the mystery surrounding it. But as they commence their investigation, they are astounded by the volume of information they uncover. They had opened Pandora's box and rattled the skeleton in the closet. What began as a small case turned out to be the uncovering of the largest scandal in Hawaiian history. Who murdered Eleanor? Is Dayton innocent? What scandal had they stumbled upon? To learn about the answers, grab the book and start reading.

This is the fifth book in the Pancho McMartin series. I haven't read the other books, but that didn't affect my enjoyment, as this book can be read as a standalone thriller. I enjoy reading legal thrillers that are captivating and engaging. My love for this genre made me pick up this book, and I didn't regret my decision. 

The author's writing style is easy to comprehend and eloquent. The book is well-written, and the plot is well-developed. The story has a good flow. I enjoyed the way the layers of the case are unveiled and the truth is exposed. The book was gripping from the start, and there was no lagging. The author's background as an attorney is evident in the novel through realistic legal proceedings and courtroom scenes. I noticed only one mistake. Other than that, the editing is incredible. The book has a fair share of profane words and drug references.

As there is nothing I dislike in the book, I rate it 5 out of 5 stars. I highly recommend this book to readers who love realistic courtroom novels.

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Tropical Scandal
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This might be my first entry into the legal thriller space. Your description of the character dynamics makes me want to read Tropical Scandal and find out what happens next!
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