by Lola Vollen
First published 2005
Surviving Justice lays bare the heartbreaking stories of the wrongfully convicted. From coerced confessions to faulty forensics, these innocent men and women endured years - even decades - behind bars. Now, as they struggle to rebuild their lives on the outside, they must confront the emotional scars of their unjust imprisonment. This gripping exposé reveals the human toll of a flawed criminal justice system, challenging us to reexamine the fragility of freedom and the true meaning of justice.
Genres: non-fiction, true-crime, law, social-justice
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: social-commentary, true-story
Setting: United States
469 pages · Paperback · McSweeney's
Content warnings: abuse