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An interesting & disturbing look at a case from Jim Crow Florida. King discusses the roles of race, economic status, & corruption in carrying out justice. With the George Floyd murder trial beginning, it feels timely. A necessary reminder of how so little has changed in America.
A little wordy & the author includes so much information about every player, major or minor, that it feels like you need a flow chart. Nonetheless, I recommend it.

Started this book and spotted this tree on my #audiowalk today. Early blooms and blue skies for those who might be feeling sad about winter.

This is one of those books where truth in unfortunately stranger (and more horrifying) than fiction. King digs in to yet another case of justice lost in the name of race and prejudice. At times when listening to this, I got a little lost - but by the end I realized that the story was so twisted that it took some persistence to sort out all the threads of injustice.

A powerful page Turner about Florida during the 1950's to the end of the 1970's. Involving race, a lot of violence from the local sheriff, and justice finally for a gentle mentally impaired man.

Starting this True Crime. Sounds interesting. About a mentally impaired 19 year old that gets sent to a state hospital without a trial.

The detail in this #truecrime work is incredible!! This is the true story of a mentally disabled man who was accused of a crime he didn‘t commit. Race and injustice are the big themes explored here. A journalist covering the story at the time (1950s-70s) is also featured prominently. Scary that these events actually transpired. Everyone should read this. The #audiobook was very well done as well. Recommended 🌟

I‘m surprised there‘s not more about this book on Litsy or anywhere else. The horrible story is new to me, but seems to be one of the many true tales of racism and injustice in the south. #audiobook #libby #nonfiction #truecrime
On a bright note, check out my lovely lily of the valley ♥️ (that I mistakenly called forget-me-nots 🙄)