The Alibi (Random House Large Print)

About this book

Born into a fine old Charleston family Hammond Cross is determined to be the citys next district attorney-without sacrificing his integrity. Prosecuting the sensational murder of real estate magnate Lute Pettijohn could be his ticket into the office. Yet while Hammond anticipates his success someone near him is plotting his downfall-- Steffi Mundell colleague ex-lover and rival for the DAs office--Rory Smilow the homicide detective without equal and Hammonds avowed enemy--the wily and beautiful Davee Pettijohn Lutes widow and Hammonds lifelong friend whos too honest to mourn the husband she despised--and Hammonds prime suspect the mysterious woman who shares the secret that would be fatal to Hammonds ambitions. For the first time in his career hes bending the rules in favor of the suspect. All clues point to her guilt. Yet she holds in reserve the perfect alibi-Hammond Cross. From the Trade Paperback edition.