Speak of the Devil by Allison Leotta

Speak of the Devil: A Novel was my first Goodreads Giveaway, and I loved it! This is the third book Leotta has written featuring the charming prosecutor, Anna Curtis, with the first two being Law of Attraction (#1) and Discretion (#2).

Leotta's personal experience with prosecuting sex crimes adds a note of authenticity to her writing. I had the pleasure of actually corresponding with Ms. Leotta, and found out that certain aspects of the terrifying story she presents in Speak of the Devil were taken directly from her personal experience working in D.C. against the MS-13 gang. 

Leotta's writing is spectacular, and certainly a joy to read. Her characters are very three dimensional, and complex. Her description of the legal processes and work that prosecutors and detectives undergo to make the system work is precise and easy to understand. If you're looking for a realistic crime novel Allison Leotta is the author for you. Enjoy!