The Devils Advocate
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Ongoing, First published May 01, 2026

The novel follows Adam Cross, a defense advocate specializing in cases involving the seemingly damned, as he takes on the impossible task of defending Azazel, a demon accused of murder. These chapters detail the initial courtroom confrontations and Adam’s attempts to unravel a complex web of accusations. As the narrative traces the interrogation of Azazel, claims of manipulation and dark rituals surface, hinting at a conspiracy surrounding the victim’s father. Facing a celestial prosecutor and fragile testimony, Adam prepares to challenge the evidence, suspecting a deeper plot may be at play.
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