Dean Lincoln Legal Thriller · #1

Reckoning Hour

Peter O'Mahoney

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Murder. Arson. Secrets. Justice is about to come home.

Big-city defense lawyer Dean Lincoln left his picturesque hometown of Beaufort years ago. But now, the lure of small-town life and a family matter have drawn him back.

Amidst the sultry heat and the Spanish moss, and beneath the facade of Southern small-town charm, Lincoln begins work again and is immediately thrown into two cases: a rich kid charged with murder and a poor kid accused of arson. Both swear they are innocent. Both feel the system is trying to crush them. And in this corner of the South, guilt is rarely decided in the courtroom…

Lincoln’s return has stirred a long-standing grudge, and it could cost him everything—his career, his clients, even his life. As the clock runs out on the truth, trouble is closing in fast.

Published
July 1, 2025
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Peter O'Mahoney

Peter O’Mahoney is a bestselling author celebrated for his gripping legal thrillers that explore the complex, often murky world of justice. With a background in psychology and criminology, and as an active member of the American Society of Criminology, O’Mahoney brings striking authenticity and insight to every page. A criminologist with a deep passion for law, O’Mahoney crafts fast-paced, tightly plotted narratives driven by morally conflicted characters and high-stakes courtroom drama. His acclaimed series—including Dean Lincoln, Joe Hennessy, and Tex Hunter—challenge readers to confront the gray areas between right and wrong. Praised for…