Publisher's Synopsis
IN THE FABLED PLAYGROUND CALLED ATLANTIC CITY, where Frederick Schofield colorfully defended the accused, this fast-paced legal thriller and who-dun-it reveals the resort's underbelly. A gripping saga unfolds as a young immigrant rises through Mafia ranks, a respected criminal lawyer finds himself charged with gruesome murder, and a strong-willed female prosecutor delivers unwavering justice.
Seventy salty years of Atlantic City are exposed from prohibition to the birth of casino glitter palaces. Here you learn of true love from a killer with a heart, search for your soul among the soulless, and hope to snare a murderer before it is too late.So, put on flip-flops. Join lawyers, judges, cops, hoods, players, preachers, street angels-the good and the gutter snipes-in pleasure reading that is perfect for any beach, airport, hearth, or comfort zone. CRITICAL ACCLAIM
Schofield is fun. He's entertaining. A Storyteller." -The Press of Atlantic City "Grabs you from the first page." -Book Dealers World "Enjoyed! Really well written." -Dale Thornberry, Veterans Radio Recommended reading!" -The Tampa Tribune "A great tale about our town." -Pinky Kravits, WOND-AM, Atlantic City "Captivating story." -Writers Life Magazine Find more critical praise at Frederick-Schofield.com ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Savor a dream. In it, legal thriller king John Grisham mates with romance genre queen Nora Roberts. Later that night-because it's only a dream-she wraps with mob master Mario Puzo or is it thriller titan Tom Clancy? Anyway, the child they spawn creates easy reads: entertainment that's perfect for any beach, hearth, or comfort zone. Frederick Schofield delivers those tales. The former trial lawyer, who colorfully prosecuted and defended, is a U.S. Marine combat veteran. He shares a wealth of tales in light reads that are flavored with intrigue, mystery, suspense, a smidge of romance, and a dash of humor. LEARN MORE
Find pictures, videos, articles, broadcast and podcast interviews, and more at Frederick-Schofield.com A READER HAILS
Deadly Intrigue, Drama, Turmoil plus Action and Adventure make Boardwalkers a titillating read!! This is stunning and emotional. One you will never forget. On the Boardwalk in Atlantic City, down by the sea the reader will find a variety of three dimensional characters with human flaws, complex personalities sharing dynamic experiences that will lead to tangled web of secrets, lies and murder. This book is filled with plenty of twists and turns that will keep your attention while you try to workout all the details. A trial lawyer's wife is found murdered. All clues point to the lawyer who claims innocence. Intrigue is heightened to spiraling proportions with thrills and chills around every corner. This story is so well written that the reader will feel as if you are right there with the Boardwalkers in the midst of the action.
A Highly Recommended Read!! A Kindle Unlimited Customer.
