Trial and Error: A Legal Suspense

Written by Robert Whitlow

Narrated by Matt Godfrey

A small-town lawyer has been searching for his daughter for eighteen years. Now a local girl has gone missing, and he's determined to find them both--no matter the cost. Master storyteller Robert Whitlow will keep you guessing in this gripping legal drama while also reminding you of the power of God's restoration.

Buddy Smith built his law practice around tracking down missing children. After all, he knows the agony of being separated from a child. Not long after his daughter's birth, her mother took her and ran away. Buddy hasn't seen either since.

Gracie Blaylock has known Buddy her entire life, and now that she is clerk of court for the county, their paths cross frequently. When Gracie hears that a teenager is missing, she knows Buddy is the one for the case.

The missing girl's parents are desperate for answers. Together with Gracie and Mayleah--the new detective in town--Buddy chases every lead, hoping to reach the missing teen before it's too late. While he pursues one girl, he uncovers clues that could bring him closer to the daughter he thought he'd lost forever.

Don't miss out on this unforgettable story. Grab your copy of Trial and Error today and immerse yourself in a world where meaningful relationships and an intricate legal plot come together in a thrilling and spiritually profound journey.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Thomas Nelson
• Release date: Feb 2, 2021
• ISBN: 9780785234685

Robert Whitlow

Robert Whitlow is the bestselling author of legal novels set in the South and winner of the Christy Award for Contemporary Fiction. He received his JD with honors from the University of Georgia School of Law where he served on the staff of the Georgia Law Review. Website: robertwhitlow.com; X: @whitlowwriter; Facebook: @robertwhitlowbooks.

Reviews for Trial and Error

[Rebecca ODell · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great story. Good suspense and how God works in our lives

[Valley Dezern · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I love all of Whitlow’s book, but this is my favorite thus far! He is a gifted storyteller, weaving the law, mystery and suspense into his tales with a touch of romance that’s not too much. The central role of Christ in his books is refreshing and uplifting.

[Sharon Hunter · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I’m a fan of Robert Whitlow’s books already, but really enjoyed the twists this one took. Good reminder to not jump to conclusions!

[Michelle Foreman · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

It was well-written and free of the unsuitable language and content that so many authors include.

[Leslie Wolf · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was a great story and it was clean. I highly recommend it.

[paige tallent · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I enjoyed this one, as always. Robert Whitlow is a great author

[Molly Jackson · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

I Was expecting a suspense novel not a religious novel.

[KATHY FRISBY · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

My favorite book of this Author thus far. His books are always a treat!!

[cbcmedia · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Reading a Robert Whitlow book is an experience in all the senses. You can taste all the good food that they ate. You can feel all the emotions: good, bad, ugly, moving. You can see the beauty and smell the fragrance of the flowers in the garden. And you can hear the emotions in their voices expressing joy and sadness.

I really enjoyed reading this book and even having a good cry or two was good for my soul. Seeing how troubles are all around us yet sometimes we fail to see what’s actually going on. There’s always more to the story, it’s never one-sided. This book kept me guessing until the end. I would love to read a sequel and get caught up with the characters and their lives.

[khoyt-43756 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I received this book as a GoodReads giveaway from the publisher. I was not told to give a favorable review. "Trial and Error" is a great vehicle for bringing the very real tragedy of sex trafficking and family abuse to the forefront. The book reminds us how crucial our relationships with our children (especially teenagers) are. It brings to light terrible events that happen daily in the shadows and back alleys of towns and cities across America. As always, Robert Whitlow puts the gospel message into several pages and shows what faith in Jesus can do. I would like to have that boldness, faith, and prayer life he portrays in his characters. This novel is a romance with a happily ever after. It is also an eye-opening read about a very real crisis in America that we all need to be educated about.

[vintagebeckie · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Robert Whitlow is a must-read author for both my husband and me. We appreciate the finely drawn characters and the story lines that are entertaining while making you think. Trial And Error has both of those elements. I liked the day-to-day lives that were depicted in the book making the characters very relatable. It did slow the story down somewhat, but I think the way Whitlow writes reflects real life. The subject matter focuses on missing/lost children — some in danger and others that don’t want to be found. The research that goes into finding a missing person was fascinating. The faith thread is especially strong, and the depiction of the impact of prayer is powerful. Some characters are Christians, others are not, but are open to honest dialog and sincere testimonies. I found that very meaningful. As I said, this is a slow-moving story, but I never lost interest. The audiobook is well done and was a great accompaniment on my morning walks.

All in all, I enjoyed Trial And Error.

Recommended.

Audience: adult

(I purchased a copy of this book from Amazon. All opinions expressed are mine alone.)

[eccl-3 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Trial and Error, by Robert Whitlow, is a contemporary Christian mystery thriller that kept me reading to see what was going to happen. Buddy Smith is a lawyer who'd infant daughter and her mother went missing just after the child's birth. He has never given up on trying to find them. Now a young boy and a teen girl in towns goes missing and he takes on the cases to try to find them. Working with the county clerk of courts, Grace, and a new detective in town, Mayleah, they diligently work to find the missing girl.
This is such a good story. It is well written with strong characters. There are sensitive topics in this story, such as teen pregnancy, unwed mothers, child abduction and human trafficking. The author does a great job of writing the story without going into deep details. There are many good things that stand out to me in this story. I enjoyed the strong faith and the importance of prayer in the lives of Grace and Buddy's mother. Another is the secret Buddy's father kept from Buddy and his mother and how it affected their lives.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.