The Protest

Step into the high-stakes, glamorous, and cutthroat world of London's art scene and courtroom drama with The Protest—the brand-new, gripping murder mystery from No. 1 bestselling author and criminal barrister Rob Rinder!

About the Book: At a star-studded opening night for the Royal Academy’s celebration of world-renowned artist Max Bruce, someone is hiding a dark secret. As the evening reaches its climax and Max addresses his admirers, the celebration takes a shocking, fatal turn when a protester rushes from the crowd and sprays the artist with blue paint. Max collapses on the spot—and it soon becomes terrifyingly clear that the paint was laced with cyanide. Someone has meticulously plotted his murder. All the evidence instantly points to the protester, leaving newly qualified barrister Adam Green saddled with the seemingly impossible task of their defense. But beneath the glittering surface of the art world, powerful forces and hidden grudges lurk. Could there be others who wanted Max dead? Packed with authentic legal insight, sharp wit, and relentless suspense, The Protest is a masterclass in modern crime fiction.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Bestselling Author & Legal Expert: Written by Rob Rinder, No. 1 bestselling author and accomplished criminal barrister, bringing unmatched authenticity to the courtroom scenes.

• Gripping Whodunit Mystery: Features a high-profile poisoning at a glamorous art exhibition, keeping readers guessing until the final verdict.

• Engaging Protagonist: Follows the endearing and brilliant newly qualified barrister Adam Green as he navigates high-pressure legal battles.

• Critically Acclaimed: Praised by major publications and reviewers as "thought-provoking, funny, and an absolute page-turner."

• The Perfect Gift: An exciting, fast-paced, and sophisticated present for fans of legal thrillers, courtroom dramas, and contemporary murder mysteries.