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Starred Review on July 1, 2022 | Middle To High School
Gr 5 Up—In 1985, Anthony Ray Hinton, a 29-year-old Black man, was arrested and incarcerated for nearly 30 years for murders he did not commit. While the criminal justice system made it nearly impossible for him to prove his innocence, he never lost hope that the truth would come to light. In this young reader's edition, the critically acclaimed narrative becomes accessible to a new audience. This devastating and inspiring story invites readers to consider the racial injustice ingrained in the criminal j...Log In or Sign Up to Read More