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In this nonfiction account, the prosecutor who won the conviction of Jodi Arias for the murder of Travis Alexander shares his first-hand reflections on the sensational trial that captivated the nation. The book offers an in‑depth look at the legal strategies, courtroom dynamics, and investigative work that culminated in a landmark verdict in Arizona’s murder court.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Memoir/Professional Memoir
Authors: Juan Martinez
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