David Adams books in order

The David Adams series by Chad Zunker follows a young attorney taking on cases that pit idealism against the harsh realities of the legal system.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 An Equal Justice 2019 Chad Zunker Buy
2 An Unequal Defense 2020 Chad Zunker Buy
3 Runaway Justice 2021 Chad Zunker Buy

The David Adams series begins with An Equal Justice (2019), where a young attorney fresh out of law school finds himself working with homeless clients and uncovering dangerous truths. An Unequal Defense (2020) and Runaway Justice (2021) continue Adams’s story as his legal career leads him into cases with real personal stakes.

Chad Zunker uses the legal thriller format to explore questions about who gets justice and who doesn’t. Adams is idealistic but not naive, and each book tests his convictions against the messy reality of the courts.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the David Adams series?

There are three books in the David Adams series, published between 2019 and 2021.

What is the first book in the David Adams series?

The first book in the David Adams series is An Equal Justice, published in 2019.

Do the David Adams books need to be read in order?

While each book has its own case, the David Adams series follows the main character’s career progression. Reading in order starting with An Equal Justice (2019) gives the best sense of his development as a lawyer.

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