Book details

The Trial

Jen Bryant

Published in

2004

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Description

In a compelling, immediate voice, 12-year-old Katie Leigh Flynn narrates the events inside the courtroom of the most widely publicized criminal case of the 20th century: the kidnapping and murder of Charles Lindbergh's baby son. The story reveals the real-life figures of the trial—the accused, the lawyers, the grieving parents—and the many faces of justice.

Age

8-12

Text complexity

proficient

Length

176 pages

Why to read

Gain insight into historical or cultural contexts presented in the book.
Experience the unique narrative style or literary techniques used by the author.
Engage with the themes and moral questions posed in the story.
Appreciate the character development and emotional depth of the narrative.