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Murder, Mystery, and the Law Collide in a Gripping Legal Thriller at the 2025 Printers Row Lit Fest, September 6 to 7, 2025.
CHICAGO, IL — This fall, readers and literary insiders attending the 2025 Printers Row Lit Fest are in for asuspense-filled treat with the official presentation of Right of Survivorship and its chilling sequel, Right of Survivorship: Part II – Resolution, penned by debut author William M. Gotten.
With an irresistible blend of legal complexity, biblical philosophy, and edge-of-your-seat storytelling, Right of Survivorship is a standout mystery that explores how property law, specifically “tenancy by theentirety,” intersects with murder, deception, and betrayal.
Where Legal Doctrine Meets Murder Mystery
In Right of Survivorship, Gotten explores the chilling aftermath of Sally Conners’ sudden and mysteriousdeath. Was it an accident or was it cold-blooded murder? What does her untimely demise have to do with property rights and the legal ties that bind a married couple? These are the tantalizing questions that drive readers into the heart of a narrative shaped by Gotten’s sharp legal mind and decades-long career.
Set against the backdrop of Memphis, Tennessee, the story follows seasoned detective Harvey Martin and astute FBI Special Agent Rachel Simon. Martin’s instincts suggest that Sally Conners’ death is no accident—and as the case unfolds, the FBI’s unexpected involvement only deepens the intrigue. Readers will be enthralled by the plot’s layered twists and riveting pacing as it weaves legal intricacies with human emotion, ambition, and betrayal.
A Thrilling Sequel That Refuses to Let Go
In Right of Survivorship: Part II – Resolution, Gotten refuses to let Sally Conners’ case go cold. Picking up where the first book leaves off, Martin and Simon are more determined than ever to uncover the truth and bring justice to those still hiding in the shadows. With every chapter, the sequel digs deeper into the legal, moral, and emotional dimensions of the original crime, bringing long-awaited answers—and new questions—to light.
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