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Clanton, Mississippi. The life of a ten-year-old girl is shattered by two drunken and remorseless young men. The mostly white town reacts with shock and horror at the inhuman crime. Until her black father acquires an assault rifle and takes justice into his own outraged hands.
For ten days, as burning crosses and the crack of sniper fire spread throughout the streets of Clanton, the nation sits spellbound as young defense attorney Jake Brigance struggles to save his client's life... and then his own....
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If you're drawn to powerful stories about justice and morality, this novel will keep you riveted. The intense courtroom scenes and compelling characters explore deep themes of racial prejudice and personal vengeance, making it a thought-provoking read that stays with you long after the last page.
