Once as a prosecuting lawyer, Luke Garrison had made a mistake which caused an innocent man to be put to death, and in an attempt to redeem himself, he takes on a new case defending a man he believes to be innocent.

A dazzling show of Freedman's versatility as a writer, this compelling tale of trial and redemption is the unforgettable story of a boy growing up in a tough blue-collar town on Maryland's Eastern shore. Freedman is the bestselling author of Against the Wind.

Will Alexander, a brilliant lawyer thrown out of his partnership due to excessive drinking and womanizing, has only one case to defend - a gang of bikers accused of rape and murder. He begins by fighting himself and ends by taking on a prejudiced town and corrupt legal system.

Четырех бандитов-рокеров приговаривают к смертной казни. Против них суд, общественное мнение, за них — адвокат Уилл Александер и его помощники. Ему советуют очевидное — не выступать против общества. Но это не останавливает Уилла Александера.