#1 New York Times Bestseller A gripping, complexly plotted thriller set within the halls of the U. S. Supreme Court, where a young law clerk finds herself embroiled in a shocking mystery crafted by one of the most preeminent judges in Americafrom celebrated national leader and bestselling author Stacey Abrams. ""Abrams follows in Dan Brown's footprint with this masterfully plotted thriller that unfolds like the ultimate chess matchbold move to bolder move with lives hanging in the balance. ""Lisa Gardner, author of Before She Disappeared""A first-class legal thriller, favorably compared to many of the best, starting with The Pelican Brief, which it brings to mind. It's fast-paced and full of surprisesa terrific read. ""Scott Turow, author of Presumed InnocentAvery Keene, a brilliant young law clerk for the legendary Justice Howard Wynn, is doing her best to hold her life together-excelling in an arduous job with the court while also dealing with a troubled family. When the shocking news breaks that Justice Wynn-the cantankerous swing vote on many current high-profile cases-has slipped into a coma, Avery's life turns upside down. She is immediately notified that Justice Wynn has left instructions for her to serve as his legal guardian and power of attorney.