The Devil's Advocate

The Devil's Advocate

by Andrew Neiderman

336 pages· 1997· ISBN 9780671014100
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When Kevin Taylor joins the Manhattan criminal law firm of John Milton & Associates, he's hit the big time. At last, he and his wife can enjoy the luxuries they've so desired -- money, a chauffeur-driven limo, and a stunning home in a high-rise. Then Milton assigns Kevin one of the most notorious cases of the year, with a file that had been put together prior to the crime. Throwing himself into his work, Kevin begins to see a pattern of evil emerging from behind the firm's plush facade. Acquittal after acquittal, every criminal client walks free, and Kevin's suspicions slowly give way to terror. For Kevin has just become The Devil's Advocate.

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    How does Kevin and Mary Ann’s initial desire for luxury and status make them vulnerable to John Milton’s influence, and at what point do you think the pursuit of success crosses the line into moral compromise?

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    John Milton is described as an extremely charismatic and persuasive figure. What traits make him such a convincing boss, and how do you recognize similar toxic charisma in real-world environments or leaders?

  3. 3

    The firm secures acquittal after acquittal for notorious criminals, forcing Kevin to defend people he knows are guilty. How does the pressure to win in professional settings challenge personal ethics, and how do people justify compromising their values for their careers?

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