Harmful Intent

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Summary: An Insightful Look at Medicine vs. the Law
Review: As I was scrolling through upcoming books to be published I saw that WRONGFUL DEATH by Baine Kerr is due in May. I remember reading HARMFUL INTENT and reminding myself to definitely read his next book because HARMFUL INTENT was so well-written. This legal thriller contains beautiful prose that gives the creative plot life. It's a story of a lawyer representing Terry Winter, a woman suing a doctor for his misdiagnosis and unwillingness to treat a lump in her breast. It's Peter Moss' second chance to sue Dr. Bondurant, having lost a previous case to the arrogant piece of humanity. As the trial progresses the reader discovers Terry Winter and her daughter, Emmy are lovable and have a very special relationship. The reader also discovers Dr. Bondurant's harmful intent, that he didn't report the tumor for a very selfish and repugnant reason that was startlingly revealed with a well-timed and fine sense of drama.

HARMFUL INTENT is an absorbing examination of breast cancer within the warring worlds of medicine and law and a mother's transcendent courage. If Kerr's insight and humanity is as evident in his upcoming book, it too will be highly recommended.

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Summary: A stellar legal drama, beautifully written
Review: Bain Kerr is a WRITER! In addtion to providing the reader with an interesting plot, he tells his story in wonderful prose. Thank the Gods/Goddesses, whomever they may be, I starting reading on the weekend, because I could not put it down.

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Summary: Move over Grisham
Review: Baine Kerr can not only tell a good story, he can write. Complex characters; intelligent, striking prose; a finely balanced and twisting plot. The bad guy was maybe a tad underdeveloped -- some perspective would have been welcome -- but this was a first novel, and I expect the next one will be even better.

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Summary: RollerCoaster ride that ends on the down side
Review: Best legal thriller I've read in quite a long time. Smart, snappy, funny. But the plaintiff was way too flaky, didn't jibe. And the ending was so unfair it made me mad which in turn ruined the book for me. CAN A JUDGE DO THAT!!? Kerr leaves you hanging with another injustice and the case unresolved.

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Summary: Good plot, poorly written.
Review: Extremely sensitive story well written. It is unusual to find this type of story with the humorous angle blended in so well. Already looking forward to future books by this author.

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Summary: Ugliness revealed in the courtroom.
Review: Good plot. Wicked courtroom scenes. Promising first effort. Has a few flaws. I *still* don't know why the doctor missed the diagnosis. Loose ends.

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Summary: Ugliness revealed in the courtroom.
Review: Good plot. Wicked courtroom scenes. Promising first effort. Has a few flaws. I *still* don't know why the doctor missed the diagnosis. Loose ends.

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Summary: extraordinary book
Review: Peter Moss, attorney, takes another suit against Dr. Bondurant after already losing the last case against him. This is a terrific book to read and keeps you on the edge of your seat. A woman in the last stage of breast cancer realizes that her doctor let her advance in her disease to the point of being terminal for his own selfish, sick reasons.
Peter Moss is obsessed with winning this case against Bonderant and when I finished this book, I wanted to find Bonderant myself!It's hard for me to review a book like this because I don't want to give away any of the twisted story. All I can say is that the writing is very interesting and not too deep into the medical info to make the story hard to understand.
I believe this is Kerr's first book and it is a winner. It's way out of my usual genre, but I was with a friend of mine that is a nurse and reads med/mysteries. I'm glad I bought this one and read it. In a nut shell: Asingle mom with terminal breast cancer hires an attorny to stop an incompitent(?)doctor sicko.
Don't miss the chance to read this. It's different and very, very good.

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Summary: extraordinary book
Review: Peter Moss, attorney, takes another suite against Dr. Bondurant after already losing the last case against him. This is a terrific book to read and stay on the edge of your seat. A woman in the last stage of breast cancer realizes that her doctor let her advance in her disease to the point of being terminal for his own selfish, sick reasons.
Peter Moss is obsessed with winning this case against Bonderant and when I finished this book, I wanted to find Bonderant myself!It's hard for me to review a book like this because I don't want to give away any of the twisted story. All I can say is that the writing is very interesting and not too deep into the medical info to make the story hard to understand.
I believe this is Kerr's first book and it is a winner. It's way out of my usual genre, but I was with a friend of mine that is a nurse and reads med/mysteries. I'm glad I bought this one and read it. In a nut shell: Asingle mom with terminal breast cancer hires an attorny to stop an incompitent(?)doctor sicko.
Don't miss the chance to read this. It's different and very, very good.

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Summary: Crackling Court Drama
Review: This author moves right to the top of my list of proficient authors of gripping ripping great courtroom drama! Wow!! Finally a book that appears to be based in reality! I was riveted from start to finish and felt a connection with the entire cast of characters! The molding of humor, tragedy, and legalese was flawless. This is one compelling, quick-paced novel that you don't want to miss, especially if you're getting tired of all of the writers whose characters are constantly leaping tall buildings in a single stride. Baine Kerr brings back morality, reality, and about as much justice as one can get in this world. Like Baine says: "Trial is an imperfect alternative to bloodshed." Keep 'em coming Kerr!! I'll be waiting...