A Certain Justice by P. D. James

In A Certain Justice, acclaimed author P.D. James delivers a gripping and sophisticated mystery set in the upper echelons of London’s legal world. When fiercely ambitious criminal barrister Venetia Aldridge is found murdered in her chambers just weeks after defending a notorious killer, the question isn't just who did it — but why so many might have wanted to.
Commander Adam Dalgliesh and his team are called to unravel a tangled web of secrets, professional rivalries, and dark personal histories. As the investigation unfolds, it becomes clear that justice — in all its forms — is anything but simple.
A cerebral and chilling tale, A Certain Justice combines psychological depth with elegant prose and masterful suspense, showcasing why P.D. James remains one of the genre’s most respected voices.