Just Mercy: Introduction–Chapter 1

Bryan Stevenson details his experiences as a defense attorney, focusing on the case of Walter McMillian, who insisted on his innocence even after he was sentenced to the death penalty. This book provides an eye-opening behind-the-scenes look at how the criminal justice system works — or doesn't.

Here are links to our lists for the book: Introduction–Chapter 1, Chapters 2–4, Chapters 5–8, Chapters 9–11, Chapters 12–16