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Hank Luger Legal Thrillers #2
The Midnight Witness
A high-tech empire. A brutal murder. A case that could tear Savannah apart.
There’s a shiny new object in town, and Savannah’s movers and shakers have swallowed it whole. A high-tech scheme built on AI smarts and crypto buzz is set to deliver a dazzling floating casino. Soon, travel writers will be calling the city America’s Monte Carlo.
It’s a vision that doesn’t leave much room for doubt—or bad headlines.
When the police chief’s daughter is brutally murdered, the machine moves fast. Detectives lock onto troubled ex-boyfriend Stevie Valentine, and the DA wraps a tight case around him. Questioning it means attacking the chief’s grief.
Defense attorney Hank Luger questions all of it. Taking Valentine’s case makes him the enemy.
As he digs into Natalie Weiland’s history—her secret online affair, hidden investments, and her shakedown of an older lover—Hank uncovers a pattern of weaponized digital romance and ruthless scams.
Is there a connection to the prized project Savannah’s gambling on?
Enmity turns to open threats against Hank, his family, and his staff. Hank can back off and let the city look the other way—or risk everything to expose what lies beneath the high-gloss promises.
Hank Luger only knows one way—to push hard for the truth, no matter what the cost.
The Midnight Witness delivers the sharp storytelling, moral complexity, and gripping suspense readers have come to expect from J.J. Miller—perfect for fans of John Grisham, Michael Connelly, and Robert Dugoni.
There’s a shiny new object in town, and Savannah’s movers and shakers have swallowed it whole. A high-tech scheme built on AI smarts and crypto buzz is set to deliver a dazzling floating casino. Soon, travel writers will be calling the city America’s Monte Carlo.
It’s a vision that doesn’t leave much room for doubt—or bad headlines.
When the police chief’s daughter is brutally murdered, the machine moves fast. Detectives lock onto troubled ex-boyfriend Stevie Valentine, and the DA wraps a tight case around him. Questioning it means attacking the chief’s grief.
Defense attorney Hank Luger questions all of it. Taking Valentine’s case makes him the enemy.
As he digs into Natalie Weiland’s history—her secret online affair, hidden investments, and her shakedown of an older lover—Hank uncovers a pattern of weaponized digital romance and ruthless scams.
Is there a connection to the prized project Savannah’s gambling on?
Enmity turns to open threats against Hank, his family, and his staff. Hank can back off and let the city look the other way—or risk everything to expose what lies beneath the high-gloss promises.
Hank Luger only knows one way—to push hard for the truth, no matter what the cost.
The Midnight Witness delivers the sharp storytelling, moral complexity, and gripping suspense readers have come to expect from J.J. Miller—perfect for fans of John Grisham, Michael Connelly, and Robert Dugoni.
454 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 23, 2025
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About the author
J.J. Miller
15 books109 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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March 4, 2026
I like Hank Luger.
He’s tough, loving to his wife, respectful towards his office assistant, and doesn’t get intimidated easily.
This book definitely was a page turner and I was invested from page one. The whole city of Savannah is in the hands of the corrupt and it’s up to Hank to figure it out.
SO GOOD. Can’t wait for the 3rd one to come out!
5 ⭐️
He’s tough, loving to his wife, respectful towards his office assistant, and doesn’t get intimidated easily.
This book definitely was a page turner and I was invested from page one. The whole city of Savannah is in the hands of the corrupt and it’s up to Hank to figure it out.
SO GOOD. Can’t wait for the 3rd one to come out!
5 ⭐️
December 1, 2025
This book was a page turner from beginning to end. Being familiar with Savannah and some of the history of Georgia Deep South local “politics”, made this fiction novel rival one of Sean Kipe’s podcasts about famous cases in GA. I definitely want to read more about Hank Luger.
December 3, 2025
intriguing who done it
JJ Miller does not hold back on keeping you guessing. His characters mislead and make you want to jump in and help. Very satisfying !!
JJ Miller does not hold back on keeping you guessing. His characters mislead and make you want to jump in and help. Very satisfying !!
December 15, 2025
Worth the wait
I waited for book 2 of the Hank Liver series to come out. Now, I will be waiting for book 3.
I waited for book 2 of the Hank Liver series to come out. Now, I will be waiting for book 3.
January 17, 2026
Great story line, well done with the characters
Enjoyed the story line, lawyers, conmen, murder and who done it and why. Multiple plots going and how they merge is great.
Enjoyed the story line, lawyers, conmen, murder and who done it and why. Multiple plots going and how they merge is great.
December 12, 2025
The witness is a surprise!
I like Hank Luger. His focus is law and justice. He is retained to defend a young man accused of murdering his former girlfriend. The entire police department focuses only on one person, the accused.
The story does go into the corruption evident in a bitcoin scam, use of AI in scamming investors, hacking dangers.
Well edited and written.
I like Hank Luger. His focus is law and justice. He is retained to defend a young man accused of murdering his former girlfriend. The entire police department focuses only on one person, the accused.
The story does go into the corruption evident in a bitcoin scam, use of AI in scamming investors, hacking dangers.
Well edited and written.
December 5, 2025
Terrific
I've read the first and second books and I find them terrific. Great writing and well thought out plots. Just very good reads that I hope will continue.
I've read the first and second books and I find them terrific. Great writing and well thought out plots. Just very good reads that I hope will continue.
November 27, 2025
Must read
Wow, Awesome! Maybe his best yet, had me totally confused from start to from start to finish ! A must read!
Wow, Awesome! Maybe his best yet, had me totally confused from start to from start to finish ! A must read!
January 10, 2026
Good
I really liked this book. It moved at a great pace and was told very well. I like the Hank Luger character. Reading the next installment now.
I really liked this book. It moved at a great pace and was told very well. I like the Hank Luger character. Reading the next installment now.
February 27, 2026
Great read still, BUT
Again, the end has me feeling like it didn’t end well - my weakness, I guess, because I like a happier ending and loose ends tied up. Nevertheless, I can’t fault the author; the end isn’t all bad & the plot and storyline intrigue and the reader can’t put it down.
Again, the end has me feeling like it didn’t end well - my weakness, I guess, because I like a happier ending and loose ends tied up. Nevertheless, I can’t fault the author; the end isn’t all bad & the plot and storyline intrigue and the reader can’t put it down.
March 28, 2026
I enjoyed this realistic account of ‘justice’ in the south USA. Great descriptions of Savannah, GA and its culture. Miller’s writing style is smooth and allows the reader to gradually narrow down the villains. As a retired lawyer, I identified with the accuracy of his courtroom descriptions & procedure. I will look forward to continue reading this series.
January 16, 2026
I really enjoyed this book. For a change no lesbian or gay cops no bad language just plain old good writing. The way the evidence went and the trial was compelling reading. I’m a fan so I’m getting the next in the series. My opinion.
March 24, 2026
The Midnight series by J J Miller have been a blast to read. Mystery, suspense, excitement and so much more. I was particularly impressed with the authors knowledge and ability to speak of Savannah. I have pre ordered the next installment.
November 29, 2025
tedious
As I started reading his later works I am disappointed in the work. It is long tedious and required real dedication to complete. Do not waste ur time
As I started reading his later works I am disappointed in the work. It is long tedious and required real dedication to complete. Do not waste ur time
February 6, 2026
The Midnight Witness is a Masterpiece!
Another compelling novel by J. J. Miller, who must have been born with a gift for putting words together, has impressed me so much.
Another compelling novel by J. J. Miller, who must have been born with a gift for putting words together, has impressed me so much.
February 14, 2026
Second book in Hank Luger series as he continues to muddle family and good ole boy network as serves as DA in Savannah. Equally as enjoyable as first book in series.
March 9, 2026
Entertaining fast-paced legal thriller. Looking forward to the next one.
March 14, 2026
Excellent second book in this series. I'm looking forward to the third book, due out in May 2026.
March 14, 2026
a fun read
No thinking just sit back and enjoy the twists and curves in an interesting story about Savannah Georgia, true-probably not but thought provoking.
No thinking just sit back and enjoy the twists and curves in an interesting story about Savannah Georgia, true-probably not but thought provoking.
March 30, 2026
The Midnight Lawyer.
Great mystery! Enjoyed reading. Knowing it was in GA made it better. I have only been to Savannah a couple of times. Well writen!!
Great mystery! Enjoyed reading. Knowing it was in GA made it better. I have only been to Savannah a couple of times. Well writen!!
April 3, 2026
Great series. Looking forward to the third book!
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