Angela Powell has spent years building a quiet, secure life in Manhattan with her husband, Jason, a brilliant economics professor and media personality. This stability shatters when a young intern accuses Jason of sexual harassment, followed by a second woman who levels an even more serious allegation of sexual assault. As a police investigation begins and the media descends, Angela must decide whether to stand by her husband or protect the secrets of her own past. The narrative focuses on the legal defense process and the volatile shifts in public perception that threaten their family’s survival.
Readers who enjoy psychological suspense and courtroom drama will find a detailed study of marital loyalty under extreme duress. The book appeals to those interested in the mechanics of a high-profile scandal and the strategic maneuvers used by legal teams to manage damaging evidence. You walk away with a cynical perspective on how personal histories influence current credibility and a realization that even the most intimate partners often harbor hidden identities. The story provides a clinical look at the cost of protecting a social reputation when the truth remains elusive.
Practical, clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2018
- Language
- EN
