The Juror 〈NEWEST〉

Jurors must decide cases based solely on the evidence presented, setting aside personal biases.

The story follows Annie Laird, a single mother and sculptor selected as a juror in a high-stakes trial for a powerful mob boss.

The story explores themes of obsession, the corruption of justice, and the lengths a parent will go to protect their child.

A manipulative and deadly man known as "The Teacher" stalks Annie, threatening to kill her son unless she convinces the rest of the jury to acquit the defendant.

While the judge rules on the law, the juror determines the truth of what happened.

Jury service is a civic duty. A jury decides the facts of a case in accordance with principles of the law as explained by a judge. United States Courts (.gov) Responding to the needs of 21st century jurors

Recent legal scholarship and court reports highlight several pressures facing 21st-century jurors: Jury Service - United States Courts

You can find the novel at retailers like Target or Barnes & Noble. The Civic Role of the Juror