In Case of Emergency

This novel delves into the life of a French defence lawyer whose success is built on questionable cases. The protagonist, Maître Gobillot, finds himself drawn into a secretive affair with Yvette, a woman whose life he once saved in court. As Gobillot navigates the complexities of his personal and professional life, he is forced to confront the moral ambiguities that underpin his success. The narrative explores themes of power, obsession, and the thin veneer of respectability, offering a gripping portrait of a man on the brink of a personal crisis.

Published 1965

Condition: Well Read