By Advice of Counsel

A sly, tongue‑in‑cheek chronicle opens with a tongue‑in‑cheek definition of “shyster,” setting the stage for a courtroom comedy that skims the thin line between law and trickery. The celebrated firm of Tutt & Tutt is introduced not as heroic saviors but as mischievous schemers whose reputation precedes them.

The story kicks off when a wayward brick smashes the window of a local butcher’s shop, sparking a chaotic chain of mistaken identities. A teenage boy in a red sweater is hauled off by a hard‑nosed cop, while the butcher clamors for legal vengeance. The fledgling case lands on the desks of the Tutt brothers, who see in the turmoil a perfect opportunity to showcase their dubious brand of counsel.

Through brisk narration and sharp wit, the novel paints a vivid portrait of a justice system tangled in politics, personal loyalties, and pragmatic shortcuts. It offers listeners a witty, yet unsettling glimpse into how ordinary mishaps can become entangled in a web of legal maneuvering long before the real drama unfolds.