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The 2010s · Los Angeles, 2011

The Fifth Witness

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A client facing foreclosure is charged with killing a banker

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Quick recap

With the foreclosure crisis in full swing, Haller makes a living defending homeowners facing eviction. One client, Lisa Trammel, is arrested for the death of banker Mitchell Bondurant, struck with a hammer in the garage of the bank trying to take her house. Lisa had protested against the bank before. With Lorna Taylor and investigator Cisco, Haller hunts for other suspects and learns Bondurant had organized-crime ties. The victim's height also casts doubt on the prosecution's story. A witness with criminal ties takes the Fifth, and the jury acquits Lisa. Later, Haller comes to believe she did it. He refuses to defend her again and announces a run for county district attorney.

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What changed on screen

  1. ChangeFrom foreclosures to foodies

    The book revolves around 2008 foreclosure-crisis evictions. The show swaps that for LA gentrification and celebrity chef culture.

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  2. ChangeLisa becomes a love interest

    In the book, Lisa Trammel is mostly a thorn in Haller's side. On the show, she becomes his love interest.

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  3. ChangeWho ordered the beating

    In the book, Lisa confirms she sent the men who attacked Haller. The show leaves it open.

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  4. ChangeNo Harry Bosch on Netflix

    Because of rights issues, Bosch can't appear on the Netflix show. The friendly-cop role goes to Detective Raymond Griggs, created for TV.

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