Overall Take:
Highly recommended for fans of true crime!
Star Rating:
5 Stars
Genre:
True Crime
Synopsis
Framed by John Grisham and Jim McCloskey reveals ten gripping stories of wrongful convictions in the U.S. justice system, uncovering the devastating human cost and systemic failures behind them. Through meticulous research and suspenseful storytelling, the authors explore the racism, flawed testimony, and corruption that lead to these injustices, while highlighting the hard-fought battles for exoneration and justice.
Thoughts:
I found Framed by John Grisham and Jim McCloskey to be an eye-opening and deeply moving read. I appreciated how impeccably researched each story was, which made me feel immersed in the harsh realities faced by the wrongfully convicted. I felt a sense of outrage and sadness as I read about the sacrifices these innocent individuals endured, losing decades of their lives while the actual perpetrators remained free. I found the analysis of systemic issues, such as racism, flawed testimony, and misconduct, to be both insightful and thought-provoking.
I admired how Grisham’s storytelling kept me engaged with suspenseful narratives that made each fight for justice feel personal and urgent. I could see the meticulous effort in recounting the dramatic battles for exoneration, and I felt inspired by the perseverance displayed in these seemingly lost causes. I appreciated the way this book shed light on the human cost of wrongful convictions and the flaws in the legal system. I believe Framed left me with a deeper understanding of injustice and a renewed passion for advocating change.
Publication Date:
October 15, 2024
Author:
John Grisham and Jim McCloskey
Page Length:
368 pages
Thank you too:
Thank you to @prhaudio and @doubledaybooks for this audio copy. All thoughts are my own.
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