Called On - E-book - ePub

"Called On may be this generation's One L, narrating the modern law school experience with all its stress, cut-throat competitiveness, inflated egos, flaws, and triumphs. Early on, the main character observes, 'From what I hear, law school is full of surprises.' Author Lisa McElroy turns that into an understatement, with plot twists that make Called On a true page-turner. Anyone who has been to law school, teaches there, or knows lawyers will instantly recognize one or more of McElroy's vivid characters."- Tony Mauro, Supreme Court Correspondent for The National Law Journal"In Called On, Lisa McElroy deftly chronicles the stories of law professor Connie Shun and first year law student Libby Behl, each of whom is trying to move past tragedy and forge a new path for herself.
The intersection of their lives is both humorous and heartbreaking. In this thoughtful and thought-provoking commentary on life, love, and the law, McElroy demonstrates the rare gift to simultaneously entertain, educate, uplift, and inspire."- Pam Jenoff, bestselling author of The Kommandant's Girl"Lisa McElroy perfectly captures the pressures, challenges, and triumphs of both teaching and studying the law.
Filled with big, memorable personalities, Called On is an utterly charming depiction of the 1L experience."- Alafair Burke, New York Times bestselling author of The Ex"Lisa McElroy nails law school-from first-day jitters to gunners and back-benchers-in a funny, perceptive, and poignant (but never predictable) first novel. Grab a Diet Coke and a handful of M&Ms and settle in; once you start reading, you won't want to stop."- Amy Howe, co-founder and editor of SCOTUSblog"This remarkable book showcases all the traits that make Lisa McElroy such an amazing teacher: a deep understanding of legal issues, a superb ability to connect them to the real world, and a wry, compassionate understanding of her fellow humans in all their flawed splendor.
Plus, she can flat-out tell a story. If you never made it to law school-and even if you never wanted to-don't miss the chance to get Called On."- Kermit Roosevelt, bestselling author of Allegiance and In the Shadow of the Law