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Without warning, Timothy Shea, a clinical psychologist at an elite clinic in New York, is thrust into the middle of a criminal investigation. The circumstantial evidence against him is compelling, but he maintains his innocence, claiming he is being framed. In his fierce pursuit for exculpatory evidence, he discovers a deep, dark secret involving patients at the clinic--one that implicates renowned psychiatrist Abner Reeves. Professional ethics--the patient's privilege--bar Timothy from disclosing the treachery of Dr. Reeves. But Timothy has a second reason to pierce the privilege: The confidential information he has incidentally uncovered is crucial to his defense. Timothy tries various means to circumvent the privilege and expose Reeves's scheme. Dr. Reeves has too much to lose if his secret gets out, so he wages a campaign to discredit Timothy. Does Dr. Reeves have something to hide? On the verge of being tried for these crimes, Timothy sets out on his own in a last-ditch attempt to exonerate himself, leaving him vulnerable to unforeseen dangers from a cunning, resourceful man bent on preserving his reputation and career at all costs. Patient's Privilege is a roller-coaster ride pitting two strong-willed professionals against one another in a battle to see whose version of the truth will prevail. Who can be trusted? Who's to blame? And most importantly, who should you believe?

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""Patient's Privilege is a riveting murder mystery with constant twists and turns. It's a page-turner that will keep you guessing about the story's outcome until the end. Morvillo masterfully weaves aspects of criminal defense and medical privilege into this fascinating novel that's full of surprises."" --HOWARD LEE KRAMER, author of the novel Hitching to Bowie ""In Patient's Privilege, Rich Morvillo delivers a story that is both thought-provoking and impossible to put down. His compelling narrative combines riveting suspense with profound ethical insight while exploring the complex boundaries of professional ethics, confidentiality, and betrayal within the world of psychiatry. Incisive and gripping, Patient's Privilege is a novel that is sure to linger in the mind long after the final chapter."" --ANDREW FRANK, chief operating officer at KPR Centers ""Drawing on his own experience as an accomplished criminal defense lawyer, Rich Morvillo skillfully blends the tension of a criminal investigation with the complexities of the doctor-patient privilege to create a gripping story in Patient's Privilege. Morvillo weaves together the ethical dilemmas of privilege with the suspense of uncovering the truth, creating a push-pull between justice and secrecy. Each of the characters is flawed in his own way, adding depth to the tangled web of lies and motives. The ending completely caught me off guard and left me thinking of the novel long after I finished it. Excellent read!"" --ELLEN MURPHY, partner at Seyfarth Shaw LLP ""Morvillo delivers a masterful psychological crime thriller that grabs you from the first page and never lets go. With clinical precision and a shocking twist that upends everything you thought you knew about ethics, law, and privacy, Patient's Privilege is a novel that lingers long after the final page."" --STEVEN FERRI, managing editor, digital and social media at Voice of America ""Rich Morvillo's Patient's Privilege is a stunning debut novel that masterfully combines the pulse-pounding tension of a psychological thriller with the suspense of courtroom drama. Centered on a shocking murder and its aftermath, the story dives deep into the tangled intersections of doctor-patient privilege, criminal law, and the moral dilemmas that test both the justice system and the human psyche. Morvillo's background knowledge shines through, bringing authenticity to every legal and psychological twist, while his storytelling ensures you'll be hooked from the first page to the last. For fans of tightly woven suspense who crave both riveting drama and thought-provoking insight, this first novel is an absolute must-read--you won't want to put it down."" --JEFFREY F. ROBERTSON, special counsel at McDermott Will & Schulte LLP

Author Information

Rich Morvillo is a nationally recognized lawyer who cochairs the white-collar defense and investigations group at a large international firm. He graduated from Fordham University School of Law before beginning his career as a trial attorney with the Securities and Exchange Commission. He is a frequent speaker at professional seminars and has published extensively on white-collar criminal matters, including the Fifth Amendment and ethical considerations for preparing witnesses. He first became interested in the field of psychology when he majored in it at Colgate University. He combines his interest in clinical psychology with his expertise in criminal investigations to create a taut psychological thriller where the search for truth is constrained by ethical rules and evidentiary norms. He resides in Washington, DC, with his wife, two children, and two dogs.

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