The book started on a very sad note, but it gave the background of the whole premise of the book's story line. Darren wants to avenge his girlfriend and baby's death, and goes on a type of death wish type of mission to do that. The book was well written, and highly entertaining. Recommended.

I've read all three books in this series and this third book is my favorite by far but I realize it needed the first two books to set up this book. I had wondered how Darren's life could be turned around and it looked like he was going to keep on with is murdering ways. Glad Darren could redeem himself and change his path.

Thanks to Thomas & Mercer and NetGalley for providing this ARC.

Scott Pratt continues to impress. I am always on the lookout for his latest book. Please get his first book of the Darren Street series Justice Redeemed and go from there.. Also read his Joe Dillard series starting with An Innocent Client..

Another new author to add to my favourites list. Really great story that I am already recommending to others.

The third entry in Pratt’s Darren Street books provides enough of Street’s history so a first-time reader can hit the ground running, and a reader of the entire series is not bogged down re-reading old stories.. When justice fails to be served as Street’s girlfriend and daughter die in childbirth, vigilante/lawyer Darren Street takes action. When the stakes are raised, politicians, clean and dirty, get in the mix a heckuuva story starts with non-stop action.

Darren Street is finally getting his life on track. His love for Grace and now a new baby girl about to be born. The doctor does not answer his page or cell phone to get to the hospital in time to save them when something goes wrong. Darren tries to get the DA to bring charges against the doc. Morris tells Darren he won't do it. Darren has had his problems but he sees there are way more problems in the county with too much corruption. Darren is approached to run against Morris. Can he win? Can he do something about the corruption? Many events going on. Can you tell who is on what side? Read this great read to see..

Book Review: Justice Lost (Darren Street Book 3) by Scott Pratt

The book starts slow - the subconscious blurry, aching dullness of PTSD from lengthy imprisonment; visions of a ghostly Mrs. Judge. Deja vu all over again seeps in.

By Chapter 4, twists and turns begin to spark, with the unexpected demise of a would-be main character. Then, with another "Hannibal Lecter" / "Dexter" type of feeding the hogs and brutal killing for the sake of justice, you suspect the book will taste more of the same, the umpteenth helping of stale pie with the same old characters.

But not! Mr. Scott creates another vicious, evil villain and Darren Street has his hands full aided by new equally formidable allies, culminated by a shot that comes from out of nowhere to save the day.

A satisfactory 5-Star read, which leaves the avid reader salivating for Darren Street 4 or Joe Dillard 9.

This review is based on an ARC (Advance Reading Copy), with many thanks to NetGalley, Thomas & Mercer and Scott Pratt for the privilege.

Darren Street (and for that matter Scott Pratt) were new to me. This is a fast paced read with an anti hero in Street who seems to have nothing but trouble in his back ground but now he's going to root out the rot in the government. Some of this stretches credulity but if you like good guys versus bad guys then this is the one for you (especially if you like your good guy to be a reformed bad guy.). Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC.

I love darren street and this book is just as good as his last... Through it all this is a man who doesn't give up

First and foremost, a large thank you to NetGalley, Scott Pratt, and Thomas & Mercer for providing me with a copy of this publication, which allows me to provide you with an unbiased review.

As a long-time fan of Scott Pratt and his work, I was pleased to receive an early copy of his latest Darren Street thriller. Having been through a great deal over the past few years, Darren Street is starting to revisit all the criminal acts that he’s committed, covered up just enough to keep him one step ahead of the authorities. That said, he feels a sense of vindication, having disposed of a few key figures who have left him feeling empty. Now he is able to turn over a new leaf, with his girlfriend ready to give birth to their daughter. As they arrive at the birthing centre, the doctor on call is not answering his pages and when he does arrive, he stinks of a distillery. Another doctor takes the lead with the delivery, which turns into something high-risk, as Street waits for news. Tragedy strikes and Street is again plagued with devastation, blaming the intoxicated doctor for negligence. When Street approaches the District Attorney General, his request for legal action hits a wall and soon learns that friends will cover for one another, no matter what. While his conscience is trying to tell him not to, Street must handle things in his own way. Additionally, Street is talked into challenging the District Attorney General in the upcoming election. While preparing for his big day, Street uses some strong financial and political resources at his disposal, but also realises that the county is riddled with corrupt officials. Knowing that Street will soon uncover their backroom dealings, some of these officials take it upon themselves to neutralise him. As Street seeks elected office, he must also dodge those who would see him face the verdict he has handed out many time before; death at any cost. Pratt does a masterful job in this third novel in the Darren Street series. Fans of his work and those who enjoy a darker thriller will surely find something exciting in this novel.

I thoroughly enjoy Scott Pratt’s writing and his unique approach to legal matters. He has developed a strong series that keeps the reader wondering just how far Darren Street will go to balance the scales once and for all. In Street, Pratt has created an interesting character, whose development has been quite dramatic in these three series books. While Street has faced adversity and taken things into his own hands, he begins to grow a conscience and has second thoughts about all the blood he’s shed. Building on the crimes that have plagued him before, Street comes to see how fragile life and his future might be if he does not change his tune. Filled with some interesting supporting characters, Pratt is able to shape the story in many different ways, as though there are a few mini-plots that all come together in the end. While I have criticised the vigilante lawyer presented in the first two novels, they have grown on me. A mix of legal matters and Dexter-like criminal activities, Pratt develops his story in an effective way, which entertains readers until the final pages.

Kudos, Mr. Pratt, for another stellar piece of writing. I have loved this newer series and will recommend it to anyone who has an interest in vigilante justice.

JUSTICE LOST by Scott Pratt. “Darren Street”. 3. Thomas Mercer
Served time for something he didn’t do, trying to build a life once again. He sees justice once again denied taking it in his own hands to see justice done. Plot was good, had a hard edge to how he did it. Wasn’t like his other books, which I prefer. Given ARC by Net Galley for my voluntary review and my honest opinion

I have always been a great fan of Scott Pratt. h is a prolific and highly talented author and I have hoovered up every Joe Dillard book and love the hero, his ethos and how he operates.

I have tried so hard with Darren Street, the main character in Pratt's most recent series and have read all three books featuring him but I am afraid that I have not really enjoyed any of these books.

Well written and plotted they most certainly are - as you would expect from this author but I cannot engage with Street for whom the end justifies the means and is a multi-murderer - admittedly of several highly unsavoury characters who certainly nobody will miss.

I am no squeamish prude but this series is not for me as I really do not sympathise with the main character who has suffered much in his life but certainly does not leave any wrong unavenged.