{"title":"John Fairfax","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by \u003cem\u003eJohn Fairfax\u003c\/em\u003e, a masterful author known for his gripping narratives and intricate plots. Whether you're a long-time fan or a newcomer to his writing, this collection offers a glimpse into Fairfax's exceptional talent in crafting compelling stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Fairfax has captivated readers with his celebrated novels such as \u003cem\u003eFatal Proof\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eForced Confessions\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eSummary Justice\u003c\/em\u003e. Each book is a testament to his prowess in the crime and thriller genre, deeply engaging and full of suspense. Fairfax’s novels fall primarily under General Fiction and Crime \u0026amp; Thriller, blending elements of suspense and profound storytelling to keep readers on the edge of their seats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach novel is a standalone masterpiece, providing unique journeys into the intricate worlds he creates. Dive into his universe and explore complex characters, unexpected legal twists, and the relentless pursuit of truth and justice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover what makes John Fairfax a standout name in contemporary literature and enjoy the immersive experience his stories offer.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fatal-proof-by-john-fairfax-9781408711620","title":"Fatal Proof","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Hither Green murder...\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWilliam Benson\u003c\/i\u003e knows what it's like to be accused of something you didn't do—the fear, the vulnerability, and the nightmare of watching your life unravel. Now he speaks on behalf of those who have no voice, defending anyone who claims to be innocent. This time, it's Karmen Naylor, estranged daughter of a south London crime boss, fighting a murder charge and desperate to be believed. But Benson becomes trapped into a grudge match between two rival clans, endangering himself and those he loves.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTess de Vere is by Benson's side, but she's keeping something from him. A stranger on the trail of a state-sanctioned death squad operating in Northern Ireland during the Troubles brings a terrible secret into the heart of her own life. And he won't go away.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan Tess and Will find their way through all the secrets and lies? Should justice always be served—and if so, at what cost?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003ePraise for the Benson and de Vere series\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Assured storytelling and highly intriguing moral complexity. I tore through it' Chris Brookmyre\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'The courtroom scenes are brilliant, and Benson really comes alive under pressure. Stubborn, fitful, and contradictory, he's a highly individualised creation' \u003ci\u003eSpectator\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Punchy dialogue and devious plotlines . . . compelling' \u003ci\u003eThe Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46711395352812,"sku":"9781408711620","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15226893482689.jpg?v=1754221264"},{"product_id":"summary-justice-by-john-fairfax-9780349142500","title":"Summary Justice","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe last time Tess de Vere saw William Benson, she was a law student on work experience. He was a twenty-one-year-old, led from the dock of the Old Bailey to begin a life sentence for murder. He'd said he was innocent. She'd believed him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSixteen years later, Tess overhears a couple of hacks mocking a newcomer to the London Bar, a no-hoper with a murder conviction, running his own show from an old fishmonger's in Spitalfields. That night, she walks back into Benson's life. The price of his rehabilitation—and access to the Bar—is an admission of guilt to the killing of Paul Harbeton, whose family have vowed revenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHe's an outcast. The government wants to shut him down, and no solicitor will instruct him. But he's subsidised by a mystery benefactor, and a desperate woman has turned to him for help: Sarah Collingstone, mother of a child with special needs, accused of slaying her wealthy lover. It's a hopeless case, and the murder trial, Benson's first, starts in four days. The evidence is overwhelming, but like Benson long ago, she swears she's innocent. Tess joins the defence team, determined to help Benson survive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs Benson follows the twists and turns in the courtroom, Tess embarks upon a secret investigation of her own, determined to uncover the truth behind the death of Paul Harbeton on a lonely night in Soho.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrue to life, fast-paced, and absolutely compelling, \u003ci\u003eSummary Justice\u003c\/i\u003e introduces a new series of courtroom dramas featuring two maverick lawyers driven to fight injustice at any cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46715153711340,"sku":"9780349142500","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/710d708c569813eca7be3022bb03ec96.jpg?v=1754431939"},{"product_id":"forced-confessions-by-john-fairfax-9780349143514","title":"Forced Confessions","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWilliam Benson.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCriminal barrister.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConvicted murderer...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConvicted of murder sixteen years ago, William Benson is ostracised by the establishment and his family. Supported by a close-knit group including solicitor Tess de Vere, he's defied them all and opened his own Chambers. Now he faces the case of his life—and the terminal illness of Helen Camberley, who helped him leave his prison life behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJorge Menderez, a doctor from Spain, has been found dead in a deserted warehouse in East London. A troubled man, he'd turned to counsellor Karen Lynwood seeking help. Now Karen's husband, John, is accused of his murder. Who is Menderez, and why did he come to London? Benson is defending the couple against seemingly impossible odds, while secrets from his own past threaten to overwhelm him...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eSUMMARY JUSTICE\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eBLIND DEFENCE\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Assured storytelling and highly intriguing moral complexity. 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