Imperfect Justice

Prosecuting Casey Anthony

By: Jeff Ashton

Narrated by: Jeff Ashton

Length: 11 hrs and 35 mins

Publisher's summary

Filled with explosive new information, this is the definitive inside story of the case that captivated the nation and the verdict that no one saw coming....

It was the trial that stunned America, the verdict that shocked us all. On July 5, 2011, nearly three years after her initial arrest, Casey Anthony walked away, virtually scot-free, from one of the most sensational murder trials of all time. She'd been accused of killing her daughter, Caylee, but the trial only left behind more questions: Was she actually innocent? What really happened to Caylee? Was this what justice really looked like?

In Imperfect Justice, prosecutor Jeff Ashton, one of the principal players in the case's drama, sheds light on those questions and much more, telling the behind-the-scenes story of the investigation, the trial, and the now-infamous verdict. Providing an inside account of the case, Ashton, a career prosecutor for the state of Florida, goes where the press and pundits have only speculated, detailing what really happened during the investigation, showing how the prosecution built their case, and explaining how a woman so shrouded in suspicion was proclaimed innocent.

Moving beyond the simple explanations, Ashton offers an in-depth look at the complex figure of Casey Anthony, a woman whose lies he spent three years trying to understand. And yet this focus on Casey came with its own risks; here he details how this widespread fixation on Casey - both in the media and in the trial - may have undermined the case itself. As everyone got caught up in the quest to understand the supposed villain, somehow the victim, Caylee, was all but forgotten - not just to the public, but more important, to the jury.

Complete with never-before-revealed information about the case and the accused, Ashton examines what the prosecution got right, what they got wrong, and why he remains completely convinced of Casey Anthony's guilt.

©2011 Jeff Ashton (P)2011 HarperCollins Publishers

An Up Hill Court Case

Would you listen to Imperfect Justice again? Why?

Yes. Jeff and his Defence team Did a good job getting all the facts together for the court case. It was alot I learn about from his book about getting evidence. Casey's many time being caught in a lie or many of Casey's many versions,as Jeff Ashton put it, Casey 1.0,or 2.0,3.0 and so on.

What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative?

The on going Drama with Casey running the police around to Casey's many fights with her Mom, and much more.

Have you listened to any of Jeff Ashton’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Nope,this is the first.

Any additional comments?

Its tell why in the book they found Casey Anthony Not guity. Any why it was and up hill fight or court case as I put it in my review.

I loved this book ....

I have ADD, & it's hard for me to focus on reading ANYTHING. I love to read, though. But this app reads books to me. This is so much easier.

Wonderful book!

Jeff DOES in fact bring out never-before revealed info in this well-written and thoughtful book. He narrates it himself, and I felt strongly that this added a LOT to the effectiveness of the entire manuscript. He is witty, introspective, puts a balanced view to this whole complex case; and, I think, gives credit where it is due to major players in the case, and criticisms, well-deserved in my opinion, to those who did not play fair. It is a VERY entertaining read. I highly recommend this book!!

AWESOME INSIGHT

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, yes, yes! Great listening!

What did you like best about this story?

What an awesome insight into the behind the scenes of what really happened.

Which scene was your favorite?

The heart wrenching facts of how a mother who murdered her poor baby girl got away with it and how the family allowed her to control them and their destiny and now to walk away from them, leaving them in unbearable pain with memories that can't be erased. How sad especially for George who seems to be the victim in all of this. A loving father and husband who wanted nothing more than to have a happy family. His greatest joy was when his precious Caylee was born. It's so sad that he tried to commit suicide, overwhelmed with pain. I loved hearing it straight from Jeff Ashton who poured his heart and soul into justice for Caylee and lost. Thank you so much for writing this book of your memoirs.

If you could give Imperfect Justice a new subtitle, what would it be?

I think it's a perfect title.

Any additional comments?

Thank you Jeff for pouring your heart into this book and giving us a small window into the lives of this very dysfunctional family and a very evil child that they raised. God bless little Caylee's soul and may her mother be forever haunted by her memory.

The ultimate in true-crime stories

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

This book is essential for all the true-crime junkies out there.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Imperfect Justice?

The whole sordid tale is packed with memorable moments.

Which scene was your favorite?

All of the courtroom scenes are what I am after in true-crime books. This one is absolutely exceptional in that regard, being authored (and narrated) by the actual prosecutor. If you dislike getting through actual court transcripts or being subjected to recreations of actual trials, with all the extraneous stuff that goes on, interruptions, objections, etc., then this book might well be too hard to get through. For me, though, that is what I relish the most.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, but unfortunately I have a real life to tend to...

Any additional comments?

This book is RED MEAT for the true-crime junkie, don't miss it. Even though everyone knows the outcome while still on the first page, this book holds your interest and never lets up till the very last word.

Great listen!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

If you were into the Casey Anthony trial (as I was) this is a must listen! I watched every day of the trial from beginning to end and watched many of the news shows that talked about the trial, both leading up to it and also after it was over. This book reveals things you never knew about and more importantly, discusses evidence that wasn't allowed into trial. Truly fascinating!

Who was your favorite character and why?

Casey Anthony, of course. And she truly is a character!

What does Jeff Ashton bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Since Jeff is reading his own words, you cannot interprete them in any other way other than the way they were intended. I like this.

Answers

Well written and read. As an avid fan of true crime cases I have been baffled by the Casey Anthony case for years. How a mother could be so cold concerning the death of her child and a jury could find her innocent with a mountain of evidence (even circumstantial) blows my mind. This book is the closure I think Caylee deserved. Because the book was written by Jeff Ashton his biased opinion is clear, but fair (under the circumstances) to the defence team and Casey herself. Parts of the book made my anger flare towards Casey, my tears slide for Caylee, and my jaw drop at the shocking decision of the jury. Jeff Ashton left no question unanswered and no stone unturned. I have no doubt in my mind that Casey is guilty and unfortunately the justice system and the Anthony family failed Caylee despite the best effort of the prosecution team, investigators, and everyone who fought for that precious girl.

A new look

Just like everyone eles I watched on TV and only saw the parts that would make for good tv. listening helped me understand the whole picture .Thank God someone (jeff Ashton) still cares for a beautiful little girl that touch our lives.

Very Interesting

I was interested in learning more about this case and how Casey got away with murder. This is a good book that goes over the evidence and what is was like in the courtroom.

The rest of the story....

I was not one of the people who watched every second of the trial, but I saw enough to feel very strongly at the time that the jurors did not do their job. This book provided much more information and insight into why the jurors came to the conclusion they did. In the end though, a young child is still dead. As a mom, I don't understand how Casey and her family can continue to move forward like nothing happened. Cayley's life should have mattered more.