You Have The Right To Remain Silent.She Never Does.
From New York Times bestselling author Miranda Rights comes Reasonable Doubt — a gripping legal thriller where one confession could unravel an entire city’s justice system.
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The Mind Behind The Suspense
Miranda Rights is a New York Times bestselling author known for her razor-sharp legal thrillers that blur the line between justice and morality. A former defense attorney turned novelist, she brings twelve years of courtroom experience into every page she writes.
Her novels have been translated into 28 languages and optioned for film and television, earning her a reputation as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary suspense fiction. When she isn’t writing, Miranda mentors aspiring authors and speaks at literary festivals around the world.
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Reasonable Doubt
When defense attorney Claire Whitfield takes on the highest-profile murder case of her career, she uncovers a secret that could exonerate her client — or destroy everyone she loves. As the trial unfolds, the truth becomes the most dangerous evidence of all.
Inside The Story
A courtroom drama that questions everything you know about guilt, innocence, and the price of truth.
Genre
Legal Thriller / Psychological Suspense — for fans of Grisham and Gillian Flynn.
Published
Released March 2025 by Sterling & Vance Publishing House, in hardcover, ebook, and audio.
Length
412 pages / 11 hours 20 minutes narrated audiobook edition.
Setting
A fictionalized Manhattan courthouse in the heart of a sweltering summer trial.
Themes
Justice, moral ambiguity, redemption, and the fragile line between truth and perception.
Series
Book one of the Whitfield Trials series — followed by “Hostile Witness” and “Final Verdict.”
"A masterclass in tension — I read it in a single, breathless sitting."— The Literary Review
A Story That Grips You From Page One
Relentless, Cinematic Pacing
Every chapter ends on a knife’s edge, propelling you deeper into the trial of the decade.
Authentic Legal Detail
Written by a former defense attorney, every courtroom scene rings true to life.
A Twist You Won't See Coming
Critics and readers alike agree: the final chapter will leave you speechless.
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Loved By Readers Worldwide
“I haven’t stayed up until 3am finishing a book in years. Miranda Rights has completely earned her spot on my must-read list.”
“The legal detail is impeccable and the final twist absolutely shattered me. This is thriller writing at its finest.”
“Miranda Rights writes women in law with such nuance and power. Claire Whitfield is a character I’ll never forget.”
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“Reasonable Doubt is the legal thriller of the year — meticulously plotted and impossible to put down.”
“Miranda Rights cements her place among the genre’s finest with a searing, unforgettable courtroom saga.”
“A propulsive, twisty read that cements Rights as one of suspense fiction’s brightest voices.”
Recognized Excellence
Edgar Award Winner
National Book Award
Goodreads Choice
#1 NYT Bestseller
Available In Every Format
However you love to read, Reasonable Doubt is ready for you.
Got Questions?
Is Reasonable Doubt part of a series?
Yes — it’s the first installment in the Whitfield Trials trilogy, though it can be enjoyed as a standalone novel.
Will there be a film or TV adaptation?
The film rights have been optioned and are currently in development. Updates will be announced on this site and social media.
Can I get a signed copy?
Signed hardcover editions are available through select independent bookstores listed on our contact page, while supplies last.
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