'One Through the Heart: More Tales of Justice and Injustice'By Edward Z. Menkin

Independently published, 212 pages, $12.99 

In a sequel to his well-received 2019 book, Death on the Doorstep & Other Stories: A Trial Lawyer's Memoir, Syracuse lawyer Edward Z. Menkin has produced another volume of stories from his four-decade career as a successful criminal defense and personal injury practitioner. Less snarky and more serious than his first book, Menkin's second book explores several subjects that are pertinent to the profession, such as bias in the New York court system, fairness, the importance of pro bono work, and the rewards of venturing outside of your comfort zone.