The story takes place in the south during the 60’s, and it dives into some heavy stuff, like racism, injustice, and personal truth. The courtroom scenes had me hooked, and the main characters in a struggle felt really real. It was an emotional, intense, and made me think long after I put it down. Definitely one of my favorite reads in a while.

Could not put this book down. Clearly, one of Balducci‘s best and most thoughtfully written story yet. This is more than a novel. It is a riveting story that is as germaine to contemporary life as it is to the time in which it portrays.

While the trial part was interesting, the book was uncharacteristically preachy for Baldacci. I read fiction to escape from all the political noise. If you do likewise, I would of pass on this novel.

Am I the only person that sees an issue with the censorship?….

Really enjoyed reading this one. Love the characters and can’t wait for book two. They have a ways to go

A Very well written, informative book that keeps you guessing till the end

This is an amazing read! I don’t think I did anything else during the course of this book! I could not stop reading until I absolutely finished it! Job well done Mr. Baldacci!

No originality to the story whatsoever. Seemed like I’ve seen this movie and read this book a dozen times before. Is DB getting lazy? If this book is any indication, then the answer is yes.

Very good story, had some interesting twist. The characters, their feeling and believes were well written.

Baldacci at his best. Nuanced and erudite and human . Bravo!