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Brad Madison Legal Thriller #7
Ashes of Justice: A Legal Thriller
A fatal arson fire has both the cops and a cartel out for revenge. Buried in the ashes, though, lies a truth—about loyalty, fatherhood, and the price of justice.
When a fire tears through a popular Los Angeles gym, two bodies are found in the wreckage—one a sheriff’s deputy, the other a notorious fraudster. A hidden stash of heroin points to something darker. The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department doesn’t wait long to name a Eduardo “Lalo” Silva, the gym’s charismatic owner.
Silva has a criminal past, rumored ties to a Mexican drug cartel, and every reason to run—but instead, he turns to defense attorney Brad Madison.
As Brad digs into the case, Silva’s silence and evasiveness raise doubts. Each withheld detail threatens to sabotage his own defense. Worse, rogue deputies are hunting for payback, and Silva’s two young daughters may be caught in the crossfire.
But when Brad uncovers what Silva has been protecting, the case takes a stunning turn. What seemed like guilt starts to look like sacrifice. And behind it all is a father doing whatever it takes to keep his family alive.
Ashes of Justice is a gritty, emotionally charged legal thriller that tests the limits of truth, loyalty, and redemption.
Once again, J.J. Miller delivers—with razor-sharp writing, high-stakes courtroom drama, unforgettable twists, and characters you’ll root for long after the final verdict.
Perfect for fans of John Grisham, Robert Dugoni, and Scott Pratt.
When a fire tears through a popular Los Angeles gym, two bodies are found in the wreckage—one a sheriff’s deputy, the other a notorious fraudster. A hidden stash of heroin points to something darker. The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department doesn’t wait long to name a Eduardo “Lalo” Silva, the gym’s charismatic owner.
Silva has a criminal past, rumored ties to a Mexican drug cartel, and every reason to run—but instead, he turns to defense attorney Brad Madison.
As Brad digs into the case, Silva’s silence and evasiveness raise doubts. Each withheld detail threatens to sabotage his own defense. Worse, rogue deputies are hunting for payback, and Silva’s two young daughters may be caught in the crossfire.
But when Brad uncovers what Silva has been protecting, the case takes a stunning turn. What seemed like guilt starts to look like sacrifice. And behind it all is a father doing whatever it takes to keep his family alive.
Ashes of Justice is a gritty, emotionally charged legal thriller that tests the limits of truth, loyalty, and redemption.
Once again, J.J. Miller delivers—with razor-sharp writing, high-stakes courtroom drama, unforgettable twists, and characters you’ll root for long after the final verdict.
Perfect for fans of John Grisham, Robert Dugoni, and Scott Pratt.
- GenresLegal Thriller
515 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 1, 2024
314 people are currently reading
48 people want to read
About the author
J.J. Miller
15 books108 followersJJ Miller's "Force of Justice" is an Amazon bestseller (Pulp Thrillers). JJ aims to write the kind of thrillers he likes to read: ones that grab you by the collar from page one and never let go. He lives with his wife and three kids, and two cats.
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October 31, 2024
Awesome!
I've read the entire series so far and Brad Madison is the realthing. His character literally springs to life in thesebooks. I especially liked this one.
I've read the entire series so far and Brad Madison is the realthing. His character literally springs to life in thesebooks. I especially liked this one.
December 17, 2024
excellent book
This book kept me reading when I should have been busy. Such a good book. I highly recommend reading it.
This book kept me reading when I should have been busy. Such a good book. I highly recommend reading it.
January 4, 2025
ashes of injustice
Excellent read. I couldn’t put it down. Read in two days and enjoyed it. Will recommend to all my friends
Excellent read. I couldn’t put it down. Read in two days and enjoyed it. Will recommend to all my friends
January 29, 2025
couldn’t put it down
I couldn’t put the book down, it kept me on the edge of my seat. It had some sad part, but it was good.
I couldn’t put the book down, it kept me on the edge of my seat. It had some sad part, but it was good.
February 24, 2025
Great book
I just loved reading this book, it has so many twists and turns, excellent read from start to finish. Thank you J.J. Miller.
I just loved reading this book, it has so many twists and turns, excellent read from start to finish. Thank you J.J. Miller.
July 17, 2025
it’s well worth reading, highly entertaining read, recommend
Author, why you got me in my feelings? My emotions are all over the place. Brad saves the day like always. This storyline is about family and loyalty. What you wouldn’t do for your family? Love truly does conquer all. The story is captivating and absorbing. This book is well paced and structured. The penmanship is easy to follow. The characters are well developed and relatable. The author writing style is well written and detailed. The story is readable and interesting. This author’s series made an impact on me. It was thought provoking and inspiring. I just loved my Brad Madison and I hate to let him go. I’m hopeful that the author would consider writing a few more Bradley Madison Legal Thrillers. Thank you author for a great legal thriller series.
Author, why you got me in my feelings? My emotions are all over the place. Brad saves the day like always. This storyline is about family and loyalty. What you wouldn’t do for your family? Love truly does conquer all. The story is captivating and absorbing. This book is well paced and structured. The penmanship is easy to follow. The characters are well developed and relatable. The author writing style is well written and detailed. The story is readable and interesting. This author’s series made an impact on me. It was thought provoking and inspiring. I just loved my Brad Madison and I hate to let him go. I’m hopeful that the author would consider writing a few more Bradley Madison Legal Thrillers. Thank you author for a great legal thriller series.
July 8, 2025
So my heart was racing near the end and I couldn’t put it down. I had to finish it. I think JJ Miller did a great job with this book, setting the stage and letting his character Brad Madison face one of his toughest challenges in this book series. I wasn’t sure how it was going to end and if he was going to be able to pull it off and you’ll have to read it to find out if this one ended differently. The characters are well developed, and Brad’s insights were true, but whether or not he could get what he needed from his. Client was another story. Without giving too much away, you just have to read it.
September 7, 2025
Best Series I've read in a while
I loved every book in this series. The characters are realistic and there's a depth to them, especially when you continue reading each book. I love watching trials, so this was the perfect series for me. Thank you, J.J. Miller for giving me many exciting hours reading this series.
I loved every book in this series. The characters are realistic and there's a depth to them, especially when you continue reading each book. I love watching trials, so this was the perfect series for me. Thank you, J.J. Miller for giving me many exciting hours reading this series.
March 24, 2026
Great story
This is a story of a man who was serving time but promised His wife Rosa That when he got out he would be reformed. He started a business and it was very successful But 1 night when it burned down things fell apart. Lawyer he hired reluctantly got involved This is the story of how he helped to solve his problems. This is a must read!
This is a story of a man who was serving time but promised His wife Rosa That when he got out he would be reformed. He started a business and it was very successful But 1 night when it burned down things fell apart. Lawyer he hired reluctantly got involved This is the story of how he helped to solve his problems. This is a must read!
June 18, 2025
Fast moving thriller with unexpected turns. Brilliantly done!
I’m not a fan of first person novels. This is the exception! Brad
Madison does it again with expertise. A “can’t put it down” thriller.
I’m not a fan of first person novels. This is the exception! Brad
Madison does it again with expertise. A “can’t put it down” thriller.
July 24, 2025
amazing
This is an amazing book. Smooth story line. Intriguing story.
(Gee, they make a person make stuff up). What more can I say. It infuriates me that you must use more words. Good good good good good good good good
This is an amazing book. Smooth story line. Intriguing story.
(Gee, they make a person make stuff up). What more can I say. It infuriates me that you must use more words. Good good good good good good good good
August 13, 2025
Violence and aggression
It was a book written with tension and easy to believe. The passion expressed about the importance of family was written throughout the story. The plot was entirely possible and left it with a beautiful ending.
It was a book written with tension and easy to believe. The passion expressed about the importance of family was written throughout the story. The plot was entirely possible and left it with a beautiful ending.
September 17, 2025
Wow!!!
What a great read. The perfect balance of mystery, intrigue and courtroom drama g great characters. Be careful though, this one will really tug at your heart strings. I highly recommend this book.
What a great read. The perfect balance of mystery, intrigue and courtroom drama g great characters. Be careful though, this one will really tug at your heart strings. I highly recommend this book.
October 16, 2025
As of now, this is the final book in the series. I've spent a week or so, binge listening to the series and crocheting. I had so much fun! Absolutely great writing, series, and narration. This final book would make an incredible movie.
March 26, 2026
Fantastic!
J.J. Miller is a fabulous writer! I can’t put any of his books down, and he outdid himself with this one. Great story with twists and turns that will leave you wanting to read his next book within an hour of ending this one!
J.J. Miller is a fabulous writer! I can’t put any of his books down, and he outdid himself with this one. Great story with twists and turns that will leave you wanting to read his next book within an hour of ending this one!
October 9, 2024
Brilliant read
Another outstanding book by JJ Miller. I'm sorry this series is over, I'll miss Brad, Jack and Myrna. Thank you!
Another outstanding book by JJ Miller. I'm sorry this series is over, I'll miss Brad, Jack and Myrna. Thank you!
October 16, 2024
The book was quite good, at least until the ending. The ending spoiled everything. Totally unrealistic and disappointing!
December 20, 2024
Gripping Story
This book is very well written. The story had my attention from the first page. I read a lot of similar stories and this is one of the best
This book is very well written. The story had my attention from the first page. I read a lot of similar stories and this is one of the best
June 28, 2025
Story moves fast and characters are engaging. Could not put it down! Lots of twists and surprises.
July 26, 2025
One Twist after Another
Another good read from J.J. Miller. Very Lincoln Lawyer-ish. Perhaps more reviews would be submitted if there was no word count minimum requirement.
Another good read from J.J. Miller. Very Lincoln Lawyer-ish. Perhaps more reviews would be submitted if there was no word count minimum requirement.
August 9, 2025
Excellent
A very gripping story which compels you to keep on reading with expectations of what’s next constantly. I will highly recommend it
A very gripping story which compels you to keep on reading with expectations of what’s next constantly. I will highly recommend it
December 25, 2025
Cried at the end
It's not often at the end of a book filled with murders and drug cartels that you can cry. This book is more about family and turning a life around.
It's not often at the end of a book filled with murders and drug cartels that you can cry. This book is more about family and turning a life around.
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