Justice isn't always Black and white. Cutthroat defense attorney and rising celebrity Felicia Fontaine is about to tackle her biggest --and seemingly most unwinnable -- case yet, defending a white businessman accused of killing an office rival, a Hispanic man promoted over him. With her reputation and confidence on the line, the every-savvy Felicia needs to watch her every step to successfully get through this controversial case dubbed the "Affirmative Action Murder" by a salacious press. She won't get any breaks from the prosecution, though, for the DA is none other than her toughest adversary, and former flame, Mario Santiago, a smart, ethical professional who'll do what it takes--even if it means risking his new marriage-to win a conviction.

   Thrust into the spotlight of a critical and unrelenting media, under the wary eyes of a divided country, these to passionate lawyers will face off in a trial that will explore the deceptive difference between justice and revenge--a case where truth has no meaning against outrage, envy, ambition, and desire. A case you will never forget.

"A powerful courtroom drama of murder and suspense."

--Newsweek

"A formidable first novel...Thought-provoking...Crisp, fast-paced, and engaging..In a genre glutted with lightweight fare, The Best Defense reaches higher to explore more complex and important issues."

--Seattle Times

"That rarity, an unpredictable courtroom drama."

--Kirkus Reviews

"Thoroughly entertaining...Cose handles his story so adroitly that it is difficult to resist being pulled in."

--Philadelphia Inquirer