Mike Daley & Rosie Fernandez

Following on in the tradition of the greats such as John Grisham is the American writer and institution in his own right Sheldon Siegel, as he writes mystery and thriller novels, taking his own unique perspective to the format, something which has proven to be hugely successful over the years, which can be seen through his status as a New York Times bestselling author, having reached the top of the list on numerous occasion. With a penchant for creating idiosyncratic characters and leading protagonists that stand out from the rest, he’s found his winning formula in his combination of both character and suspense fueled narrative, taking his readers on an action packed journey, never letting up throughout. Taking a look at the modern courtroom drama too, he has an inside knowledge of the judicial system, all thanks to his many years spent both studying and working within the trade itself, giving him a well researched view of the profession. This allows him to give his work a certain degree of authenticity that it otherwise may not have had, allowing readers to feel as if they’re really there, experiencing what his characters are experiencing. It also lets his characters become more realistic in their portrayals too, giving the reader a clear idea of how they interact with one another, letting them get involved with the action. His gift for creating a certain level of suspense is also unprecedented too, as he keeps his readers hooked for the duration of his novels, engaging them on both a visceral and intimate level, as they continue to turn the pages in order to discover what comes next. Not only that, but his characters resonate on a personal level, all with their own particular vulnerabilities, allowing them to feel more real, as well as resonating with the readers on a personal level. This has lead to him creating a number of series and long-running franchises set around these concepts and ideas of his too. A perfect example of this would be that of his much loved ‘Mike Daley & Rosie Fernandez’ series of novels, as they have come to exemplify the best of what Sheldon Siegel has to offer as an author of modern courtroom dramas. Set firmly within the legal thriller mold, these novels follow the character Mike Daley, as ex-priest and public defender, as he goes about setting up his own practice, along with Rosie Fernandez his law partner who is also his ex-wife. This then leads to them both having a series of cases together as they seek to do justice, whilst ensuring their own issues don’t get in the way of that either. Previously working in San Francisco in one of the top law firms, Mike Daley now aims to make his own name with his own private practice, starting afresh, whilst working for himself. This is all done with the help Rosie Fernandez, who is is equal, with her being the person that knows him best as the course of the series progresses. It is this dynamic that gives the series its main momentum as well, something which carries it through, which has also been its major selling point for its many fans worldwide.