Review of The Lincoln Lawyer (2011) by Phil P — 27 Jun 2014

Read the book and Matthew McC. really brought Haller to life.

This review of The Lincoln Lawyer (2011) was written by Phil P on 27 Jun 2014.

The Lincoln Lawyer has generally received positive reviews.

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