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Mentioned in 8 episodes
Presumed Innocent
Book • 1987
In 'Presumed Innocent', Scott Turow crafts a suspenseful tale set in the fictional Kindle County.
The story follows Rožat 'Rusty' Sabich, a chief deputy prosecutor, who is assigned to investigate the murder of his colleague, Carolyn Polhemus.
Complicating the case is Rusty's past affair with Carolyn, which makes him a prime suspect.
The novel explores themes of legal intrigue, personal relationships, and the complexities of the justice system, all while maintaining a gripping narrative that keeps readers uncertain about the true culprit until the final pages.
The story follows Rožat 'Rusty' Sabich, a chief deputy prosecutor, who is assigned to investigate the murder of his colleague, Carolyn Polhemus.
Complicating the case is Rusty's past affair with Carolyn, which makes him a prime suspect.
The novel explores themes of legal intrigue, personal relationships, and the complexities of the justice system, all while maintaining a gripping narrative that keeps readers uncertain about the true culprit until the final pages.
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Mentioned in 8 episodes
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