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[Following is a volunteer review of "Tropical Scandal" by David Myles Robinson.]

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 by David Myles Robinson is a riveting legal thriller set in Honolulu, Hawaii, where attorney Pancho McMartin takes on a high-stakes murder case that unravels into a larger scandal. Robinson's adept storytelling and realistic portrayal of legal proceedings kept me engaged from start to finish. Despite being part of a series, this book stands well on its own, delivering a compelling narrative with well-developed characters and a plot that unfolds seamlessly. Highly recommended for fans of courtroom dramas!"

OMKAR AHIRRAO wrote: ↑21 Jun 2024, 05:03 "Tropical Scandal by David Myles Robinson is a riveting legal thriller set in Honolulu, Hawaii, where attorney Pancho McMartin takes on a high-stakes murder case that unravels into a larger scandal. Robinson's adept storytelling and realistic portrayal of legal proceedings kept me engaged from start to finish. Despite being part of a series, this book stands well on its own, delivering a compelling narrative with well-developed characters and a plot that unfolds seamlessly. Highly recommended for fans of courtroom dramas!"

Thanks for reading my review!

Your review has me convinced that this will be a good book to spend time with. The murder mystery paired with the largest scandal in Hawaiian history is intriguing. The fact that the story is gripping from start to finish and well written makes my decision easy. Thank you for this well-crafted, concise review.

Gerry Steen wrote: ↑22 Jun 2024, 19:04 Your review has me convinced that this will be a good book to spend time with. The murder mystery paired with the largest scandal in Hawaiian history is intriguing. The fact that the story is gripping from start to finish and well written makes my decision easy. Thank you for this well-crafted, concise review.

Thanks, Gerry! I enjoyed reading this book!

This book sounds like something I would enjoy! I love legal thrillers and this one sounds really good. I like that you said that its pacing doesn’t lag at any point and that the legal proceedings are realistic. Thanks for your review and the recommendation!

Alissa Nesson wrote: ↑23 Jun 2024, 11:12 This book sounds like something I would enjoy! I love legal thrillers and this one sounds really good. I like that you said that its pacing doesn’t lag at any point and that the legal proceedings are realistic. Thanks for your review and the recommendation!

Thanks for reading my review and sharing your views!

This book seems to be action filled and it's definitely one that I will enjoy reading. Thanks for the detailed review!

Jeff Kanda wrote: ↑24 Jun 2024, 08:41 This book seems to be action filled and it's definitely one that I will enjoy reading. Thanks for the detailed review!

Hope you read and share your review, Jeff!

Like you, I'm a huge fan of legal thrillers and I'm looking forward to reading this one. You always introduce me to excellent books and I'll let you know when I'm done reviewing this one.

Stephen Christopher 1 wrote: ↑24 Jun 2024, 23:17 Like you, I'm a huge fan of legal thrillers and I'm looking forward to reading this one. You always introduce me to excellent books and I'll let you know when I'm done reviewing this one.

Thanks a lot, Stephen

I love reading thriller novels and since you have wrote that it can be read as a standalone, I will read it soon.

Sounds like a good legal thriller. I see that the author's experience as an attorney has helped him create this book.
Thanks for the review.

I haven't read many legal thrillers, but this sounds like a very intriguing story. I appreciate how you noted in your review that this book can be read as a standalone book despite being part of a series.

I enjoy a good book with a realistic expectation. (When it comes to real-world interpretation) The book sounds intriguing and I love the mystery surrounding all of it. It reminds me of Turkish prosecutors who investigate alongside the police or rather control or oversee the investigation. It's kind of cool! You did a good job describing the book, I felt convinced to check it out.