Rusty Sabich comes out of retirement in Scott Turow's thriller 'Presumed Guilty'

In 'Innocent', Scott Turow continues the story of Rusty Sabich and Tommy Molto from his debut novel 'Presumed Innocent'. Now, over twenty years later, Sabich, the Chief Judge of the State Court of Appeals, finds himself indicted for the murder of his wife Barbara. The novel explores the complex and tense relationship between Sabich and Molto as they engage in another intense courtroom battle. The story is told through multiple perspectives, including those of Sabich, his son Nat, Molto, and Sabich's senior law clerk Anna Vostic, adding depth to the characters and the plot. The book is praised for its emotional complexity, authentic courtroom exchanges, and the suspenseful unraveling of the mystery[1][2][3].