Have you been listening to the Serial podcast? If you’re a fan of true crime or hard-hitting journalism, this is a must for you. The premise: Journalist and This American Life producer, Sarah Koenig, hosts this nonfiction podcast unraveling the story of a 15-year-old murder case. Each week Koenig delves into details of the case. She interviews the man convicted of the crime, Adnan Syed, along with those who knew him at the time, witnesses and others involved in the case. Revealing week by week details of the case that will have you asking, did he do it or not? This is gripping stuff and worth a listen.
If any of this sounds up your alley or if you are already an avid listener of Serial, you may want to check out The Skeleton Crew, a look at how Internet sleuths are collaborating online to investigate and solve cold cases.
Another recent book that may appeal to those interested in the criminal justice side of the case is Just Mercy. In his memoir, lawyer and founder of the Equal Justice Initiative, Bryan Stevenson, shares his experiences working with those struggling through the American justice system.
For more titles on fascinating cases of true crime, please see our list: If You Like Serial. Please note that some of the titles are also available in audiobook format for your listening pleasure.
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