Scott Turow
Biography
Scott Turow is a renowned American author and lawyer, best known for his critically acclaimed Kindle County Legal Thriller series. Turow was born on April 12, 1949 in Chicago, Illinois and grew up in the suburbs of the city. After graduating from Harvard Law School, Turow embarked on a successful career as a prosecutor in the United States Attorney's Office in Chicago. He later turned to private practice and became a partner at a prestigious law firm. Turow's passion for writing led him to publish his first novel, "Presumed Innocent," in 1987, which became an instant bestseller and catapulted him to literary stardom. The novel also marked the beginning of the Kindle County Legal Thriller series, which includes popular titles such as "The Burden of Proof" and "Identical." In addition to his work as a novelist, Turow has also served as president of the Authors Guild and has been a strong advocate for authors' rights. He continues to write and practice law, and his novels have been praised for their gripping plots, complex characters, and masterful storytelling.
Standalone Novels
Individual novels by Scott Turow not part of a series
- Burden of Proof
- Das Gesetz der V�?¤ter.
- Demanda Infalible
- Die Gierigen und die Gerechten.
- El Peso de la Prueba
- GUILTY AS CHARGED
- Le poids de la preuve
- One L
- One L : The Turbulent True Story of a First Year at Harvard Law School
- PLEADING GUILTY
- PRESUMED INNOCENT
- Personal Injuries
- Pleading Guilty
- Presumed Innocent
- Reversible Errors
- Reversible Errors:
- Scott Turow Omnibus: \"Presumed Innocent\" and \"The Burden of Proof\".
- The BURDEN OF PROOF
- The Burden of Proof
- The LAWS OF OUR FATHERS CASSETTE
- The Laws of Our Fathers
- The Laws of Our Fathers )
- Ultimate Punishment : A Lawyer's Reflections on Dealing with the Death Penalty
Classic Series
The series that started it all
- Presumed Innocent
- The Burden of Proof
Recent Series
Latest works by the author
- Innocent
- Identical
Reading Order
Complete reading order for Scott Turow's books
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott Turow known for?
Scott Turow is known for writing legal thrillers, particularly the Kindle County series.
How many books are in Scott Turow's Kindle County series?
There are 10 books in the Kindle County series.
What was Scott Turow's first novel?
Scott Turow's first novel was 'Presumed Innocent', which was published in 1987.
Are Scott Turow's books standalone or interconnected?
While each book in the Kindle County series can be read on its own, they do feature recurring characters and settings.
Has Scott Turow won any awards for his writing?
Yes, Scott Turow has won several awards for his work, including the Silver Dagger Award.