I cannot get enough of the recurring main character, Eddie Flynn, and Fifty Fifty is another standout entry in what has become one of my favorite legal thriller series. This installment is super suspenseful, keeping me guessing right up until the final pages—and packing an emotional gut punch that stayed with me after I closed the book.

In Fifty Fifty, Eddie is defending one of two sisters—twins—both accused of the brutal murder of their father. From the very start, the question lingers: Is Eddie representing the innocent sister, or has he been manipulated by a cold-blooded killer? That tension builds beautifully throughout the novel, with Cavanagh masterfully weaving in twists that never feel cheap, only earned.

New characters add fresh layers to the story, and several are easy to root for (and hard to forget). The courtroom scenes are as gripping as ever, and Cavanagh continues to strike that perfect balance of clever plotting and real emotional depth.

This is a worthwhile and thrilling addition to an already amazing series. Fans of smart legal thrillers, sharp dialogue, and characters who feel real will find so much to love here.

I received this as an Arc from NetGalley and I am so happy I did. 

This book had me addicted since page one! Major twist and turns that some had my jaw dropping. It was fast paced and was easy to follow. 

Two sisters both accusing the other of murder. 
Both of the presumed guilty. Both hire lawyers that they hope are going to get them off. 

It’s a matter of who did it. What is real and what isn’t. Who is corrupt and who isn’t. 

I would recommend this to anyone who loves who did it and who likes twist and turns

This is my first read from the Eddie Flynn series and I had such a fun (and emotional) time with this one!

The immediate premise of two sisters pointing fingers at each other for their father's murder instantly hooked me in and I fell in love with Eddie as a character nearly just as quickly.

The side characters all felt fully fleshed out as well (I'm hoping to see more of them in other books in this series 👀) and the trial process was very fascinating to read about.

Would have never guessed Cavanagh wasn't a New York native while reading this!

Thanks to Atria Books for the ARC for review - out June 3, 2025!

There were twist you know where coming but still gets you.

Fifty Fifty is exactly what you'd expect- lawyer with morals defending one sister. Another lawyer with morals defending the other sister. Which sister is lying? 
I think this would be a very interesting book if it were written from the perspective of both sisters. Instead, it became a little hokey and predictable. Of course, Eddie Flynn is perfect, and able to catch everything, including Kate's issues at work (eye roll). There wasn't anything gasp worthy, but I will say that it was fast paced and a little fun. Just know what you're getting into, and you won't be disappointed. 

I have read plenty of crime/thriller/court stories and this one was one of the best I've read. The first bit felt like a lot of back and forth trying to wrap your head around Eddie's side of the case and Kate's side but also throwing in "She" but all of it made sense and was 100% needed. All of the characters were great, obviously except for the sisters (maybe just one..). I found myself second guessing what I was truly thinking and if I was being bamboozled.
 
Such a great read if you want to think critically and want a storyline that makes you second guess who think is the killer!
 
Thank you to Atria Books and NetGalley for my Advanced Reader Copy. This is my honest and unbiased opinion!

I enjoyed this and the law aspect of it but again, psychological thrillers just don’t thrill me anymore - scare me please!!