OK entry in a good series. More formulaic than I like. ( )

The characters and details in this book are so real that I felt that I was getting the information from a New York newspaper.

Three men set out to perform a 'hit' on a union official who claims that the last union election was rigged and he wants to audit the union records.

Two of the men on the 'hit' were petty criminals talked into a chance for some easy payoff. They joined with a Russian man who was a Russian mob want-to-be.

There is a falling out among the crooks and it comes time to try the men. During this time events are shown for different trials for the same crime and it is a bit repetitious.

The main villain who was responsible for ordering the hit was the target of the DA and his procedure in getting the goods on him was well done.

However, I did feel that the main villain was stereotypical and wished there was more suspense. I think those who enjoy courtroom mysteries will like this book. ( )