The Verdict |
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Author:
| Hamilton, Jim |
ISBN: | 978-1-9835-9138-9 |
Publication Date: | Jan 2018 |
Publisher: | CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $8.99 |
Book Description:
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An Asian girl is seriously assaulted and a young, black man stands accused. He claims they were lovers, but there is nothing to support this claim as the victim lies in a coma. The jury is directed to return a unanimous verdict, but prejudices and personal confrontations result in a very dysfunctional group who look unlikely to reach an amicable accord. Alliances form, but discord prevails. Is it feasible that a jury can reach a decision based entirely on what is heard in the...
More DescriptionAn Asian girl is seriously assaulted and a young, black man stands accused. He claims they were lovers, but there is nothing to support this claim as the victim lies in a coma. The jury is directed to return a unanimous verdict, but prejudices and personal confrontations result in a very dysfunctional group who look unlikely to reach an amicable accord. Alliances form, but discord prevails. Is it feasible that a jury can reach a decision based entirely on what is heard in the courtroom? The Verdict asks this very question.