My favorite so far in the fantastic Eddie Flynn series. Perfect pacing, character growth, a premise you care about from the beginning…can I give it 6 stars? Would make perfect beach/airplane reading.

5⭐️

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for this fantastic arc in exchange for an honest review

Two sisters. Their father's murder. They each point the finger at the other. What a fantastic premise. This is my favorite Eddie Flynn book thus far. He just gets better and better. I love the way Cavanagh keeps me guessing without making twists too far fetched and implausible. Highly recommend. I loved it.

This one was a wild ride. In true Cavanaugh fashion, the twists and turns keep coming. Just when you think you have it all figured out, one more thing happens. The twists wrapping up the end began to get a little far-fetched and "too much" for my taste, but still an overall win for Cavanaugh.

Another incredible read by Steve Cavanagh! The plot was intriguing. The characters were brilliant. The pacing was fantastic. The twists were twisting!

That being said, this book had me on a roller coaster of emotions. While it can be read as a stand alone, those of us who have been reading the series may have attachments to different recurring characters. I won’t say more to avoid spoilers, other than Eddie deserves a break as well as a Coke and a smile. He’s been through the wringer. Thankfully, Harry is right there with him every step of the way. Their friendship is endearing. Also, as an aside, Clarence is the goodest boy!

This was another well-executed Eddie Flynn tale that makes it very hard for me to wait patiently for the next installment.

Such a fast paced riveting read! I had a hard time putting this book down and loved every second of it! Such a twisty and engaging story line. The characters were complex and interesting. Such a great book, I can’t wait to recommend this book!

Smart and twisty a propulsive read. Two sisters on trial for the brutal murder of their father, both placed a 911 call accusing the other. A unnamed narrator of “She” giving the blow by blow backstory along with a great legal team that’s hard not to love, did I mention there’s a stray dog? Thanks to NetGalley and Atria Books for an advanced copy of this US release for an honest review.

I knew this was part of a series, but also read it could be a standalone. Let’s just say I will be starting this series with book one now and going through them. I loved it.

I loved this book I didn't even realize it was part of a series till I started reading, but now I'm hooked. Two sisters are accusing each other of murdering their father a former mayor and the courtroom drama is intense. The twists and turns kept me guessing until the very end. Highly recommend! Thanks to Atria Books and NetGalley for the ARC for my honest opinion.

Wow, I've never read any of Steve Cavanagh's books before but this kept me glued to the very end. It's part of a series starring defense attorney Eddie Flynn, however it stands strong as a standalone novel, showcasing Cavanagh's prowess in crafting intricate plots and compelling characters.

The novel kicks off with a chilling premise: two sisters, Alexandra and Sofia Avellino, each call 911 to report their father's murder, accusing the other of the crime. This sets the stage for a high-stakes legal battle, with ex-conman turned defense attorney Eddie Flynn representing Sofia, and ambitious young lawyer Kate Brooks defending Alexandra. As the trial unfolds, the question looms—who is the real killer, and who is lying?

The story is told through multiple perspectives, including Eddie, Kate, and an anonymous "She," presumed to be the murderer. This structure and multiple twists add depth to the plot and keeps readers guessing until the very end. If you were to compare this to a John Grisham book, I would say this is more of a thriller, vs. a procedural legal mystery. The author was a lawyer so that is evident in the courtroom scenes and legal strategies used by each side.

The main character, Eddie Flynn is a witty, resourceful, and morally grounded lawyer, but meets his match in Kate Brooks, a formidable counterpart. At several points in the novel, you're not sure who to root for as both sides seem equally matched. It's complex, intelligent, and a fun read to get introduced to this author.

Fifty-Fifty is another high-stakes, high-tension legal thriller from Steve Cavanagh that proves why the Eddie Flynn series continues to deliver. This time, Flynn finds himself defending one of two sisters—both accused of the same brutal crime, both claiming the other did it. With a joint trial and a jury that must decide who’s lying, the premise alone hooks you instantly.

Cavanagh excels at courtroom drama, and this installment is no exception. The legal strategy, sharp cross-examinations, and shifting perspectives build a strong sense of momentum. The back-and-forth between the sisters’ accounts keeps the reader guessing right up until the final reveal—and the payoff is well worth the ride.

Eddie Flynn remains a likable and resourceful protagonist, though the real intrigue lies in the psychological chess match between Alexandra and Sofia. The pacing is brisk, and the short chapters make it nearly impossible not to binge.

The only reason this isn’t a five-star read is that a few plot twists stretch believability, and some characters outside the central trio don’t get much development. Still, it’s a thoroughly satisfying thriller with clever misdirection and razor-sharp tension.

If you love courtroom thrillers with a strong hook and a relentless pace, Fifty-Fifty is a must-read.

Fifty-Fifty by Steve Cavanagh

Thank You NetGalley and Atria Books for a complimentary copy of this novel! All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are my own.
Frank Avellino has been murdered with multiple stab wounds and the suspects... his two daughters Alexandra and Sofia! Both are found in his house with his blood on their clothes and both placed 9-1-1 calls saying the other sister did it. Two sisters – one of them is lying and is a killer – but both manage to convince their respective lawyers of their innocence. This is a great psychological thriller filled with edge-of-your seat courtroom drama!!! While this novel was previously released, it’s being re-released, and I had the pleasure of reading it for an honest review. I’m not big on courtroom drama novels, but this one definitely did not disappoint!! There is a lot happening and the ending at the end will leave you with some unexpected twists you probably won’t see coming!
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Thank you to NetGalley and Atria books for the advanced reader copy of Fifty Fifty by Steve Cavanagh. This book was SO good. I was totally pulled in from the first chapter.

The whole setup is a little over the top and wild, but I ate it up. Two sisters are both accused of murdering their powerful and rich father, and each one swears the other did it. Eddie Flynn is a lawyer who only represents those who he feels are truly innocent. He is certain he is representing the innocent sister, but is he? You don’t know who to trust, and honestly, I was second-guessing everything the whole way through. I kept flipping pages thinking, “Okay, now I know who it is”… and then bam, twist. It totally got me.

The legal drama side of it was really well done too. I actually enjoyed the courtroom scenes. It felt believable but still super fast-paced and exciting. I loved the way the story was told from different points of view including the unknown guilty sister. It added so much tension. Also, Eddie Flynn is such a great main character. I hadn’t read any of the other books in the series before this one, but it totally worked as a standalone.

If you're into legal thrillers or just want something that’s smart, twisty, and impossible to put down, I highly recommend this one. One of my favorites this year, hands down.

The alternating perspectives is so deceptive. Go good! It’s like a Comoran Strike novel but with a legal perspective and courtroom drama!

I have never read this Author before! All I can say is wow, wow, wow! I can't to read all of the books in this series now! The suspense, the guessing who the killer is, and all the characters literally bouncing off each other, makes for one heated and suspenseful book!! The ending was shocking!! I can't wait for more Eddie Flynn!!

-911: “My sister killed my dad, I’M hiding in the bathroom”…911: “My sister killed my dad, SHE’S hiding in the bathroom.” Talk about an intense opener and plot!

Thank you NetGalley for a copy of this rerelease. It is part of a series following a lawyer and his cases, but totally a standalone. Some chapters narrated by the murderer were gruesome so fyi, but it was twisty and had me guessing up until the end! Definitely recommend!

I really enjoyed this and the creativity. Having two sisters blame each other for the murder of their father in which they could both benefit. The part about how one of the sisters wanted to speed up the process of the father's death was crazy and the ending was so unexpected! I felt like I had an idea who did it while I was reading, but then my idea changed just to go back full circle at the end. This is a great psychological thriller!

I do not know what I just read, OMG! I had no idea this book was part of a series, but now I know and it will definitely not be my last. I love his writing and Eddy Flynn! This story centers around two sisters involved in an intense courtroom drama. Each sister is accusing each other of the murder of their father, a former NYC mayor. Eddie Flynn defends Sofia, while newcomer Kate Brooks represents Alexandra. As the case unfolds, one sister is revealed to be a cold, calculating killer seeking a $49 million inheritance. Told through multiple perspectives—including the unnamed guilty sister—the story keeps readers guessing with constant twists. Overall, it's a gripping and entertaining addition to the series. FIVE intense STARS! Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced copy.

Thank you Atria and Netgalley for this ARC! Two sisters are blaming each other for the gruesome murder of their father. Who really did it? Successful Alexandra or her troubled sister Sofia? As Eddie defends Sofia, newbie lawyer Kate defends Alexandra and both of them are up against the new jerk of a DA. So which sister did this? As the trial unravels so does all the cover ups, nothing is as it seems. Great Eddie Flynn story with non stop surprises and heartbreak!

I love Steve Cavanagh and his Eddie Flynn series. I didn’t realize this was a re-release of an older book and so I read this shortly after reading Witness 8 and was confused for a minute. This was an intriguing story about two sisters both accused of murdering their father. This one was a bit more procedural than some his others, but I still very much enjoyed it. The pacing was great and kept me engaged and eager to find out what happens the entire time. And I love a good twist! I would definitely recommend this book for any fans of his or anyone who loves a good thriller! Thank you to NetGalley and Atria Books for allowing me and ARC of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.

This book was SO good! While reading, there was a few moments where I was genuinely scared to keep reading because I was nervous about what was coming but I couldn’t put it down!!
I went back and forth on what I thought the main plot twist was for the entire book and I was pleasantly surprised when I was wrong. The character development was perfect. Chefs kiss !