Publisher's Synopsis
What happens if the system designed to safeguard the defenseless fails twice? Imagine being imprisoned for eighteen years for a crime you did not commit, then experiencing freedom before being thrown back into the horror of being suspected of a heinous murder that splits a town and sparks a flurry of controversy. This is the terrifying truth about Steven Avery, a man whose life story is a relentless fight against what seemed like insurmountable odds, a bitter critique of the American legal system, and a tribute to the enduring power of family.
"The Case Of Steven Avery" painstakingly disentangles the complex web of evidence, accusations, and legal wrangling that has enthralled and divided the world, starting with his turbulent childhood in rural Wisconsin and continuing through the startling 1985 wrongful conviction that robbed him of his youth and the perplexing 2005 murder charge that once again portrayed him as a monster. Examine in detail the faulty investigations, the dubious testimony, and the eerie potential of a system that is intent on finding a conviction regardless of the facts. In the face of intense public scrutiny, discover the steadfast support of a family standing up for their son and nephew against a strong institution. This book is more than just a real crime tale; it is a serious examination of legal lapses, the terrible effects of wrongful incarceration, and the human spirit's ability to persevere in the face of unfathomable hardship. It forces you to reevaluate all of your beliefs on justice and the presumption of innocence. Try to ignore the evidence, open this book, and face it. Rather than demanding the truth, we challenge you to flip the last page.
