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

Nothing New if you followed the case

I have mixed feelings about this book. It's not that I didn't enjoy it, I did. BUT, if you followed the trial like I did, which was not missing a second, watching all of the replays, etc on HLN and anywhere else I could find them, then you really didn't learn anything from listening to the book.

I thought it would have more behind the scenes dirt. It had some, but not a whole lot. IF you never payed any attention to what was going on with the trial and never saw anything on the news then you will learn a great deal from this book.

That being said I will tell you what I enjoyed....

I loved Jeff Ashton narrating. I don't think listening to anyone else read it would have done it justice. The emotions that Mr. Ashton felt came across very well. Especially his dislike of Jose Baez! At times that was comical.

I enjoyed the little bit of back story about the other lawyers which showed them as normal people.

Mr. Ashton's honestly was powerful. Though we never had a doubt about his feelings, listening to him tell the story only proved even more how passionate he was about the case.

The insight about the jury selection and the jury itself was interesting. There were some details that I didn't know.

I don't think saying there were things that I didn't like is a fair statement. As I said, I thought it would be more of an eye opener, include never told information, etc. Maybe that is not allowed, maybe there is none! Definitely worth a listen if you have any interest in this case.

Sad ending of course, but well told

I felt this gave me some answers about the case I've always been left wondering. Though, i think i wonder more now. Appreciate the author himself reading, gave it a more personal feel.

Great book

Well written and great narration by the author on the audio book. It brought back the devastation everyone felt when the verdict was read and the murderer was set free.

Interesting behind the scenes look

So sad the jury got it wrong but I feel this book is interesting as a look behind the scenes of the process and Jeff is fair in his assessment of what happened. I like the prosecution’s theory of what Casey did to Caley. Casey and her parents know the truth and it won’t set them free until they acknowledge it to themselves. They don’t have to tell us, God knows the truth. Caley is safer with Him than here. Peace to that little girl.

Enjoyed this book.

I really liked this book. I found it interesting and very informative re the forensic and legal aspects of the case. Narrative was excellent.

Heartbreaking

I remember this case vividly and felt the frustration of many. I still can't believe she is among us.
Great book, interesting, heartfelt and heartbreaking.

Egocentric Lawyer with Valid Case

although I was already familiar with this case by watching the trial on video this book offers you a glimpse into the police activity with Casey Anthony that you didn't get to see prior to the trial

additive, riveting, informed.

this is my 1st ever review, seldom have I come across a book this worthy of my time to review. I 1st brought presumed guilty, I then wanted to get the opposing side, this book out classed presumed guilty by a million miles. I regret my other purchases as I felt like I was being fed a fairly tale. this book brought me a peace of mind!

The Only Justice Caylee Ever Received

After a tense trial for a case this unfathomable, this book seems to be Jeff Ashton's only solace. We all think we know the entire story; Jeff humbly examines the details that could only be included by someone in his position. With all of the evidence provided, Jeff reminds us that we only saw what the media allowed us. You can tell by the tone of how this is written that Jeff may not have known Caylee, but he did everything in his power to try to seek the justice she deserved. Somehow, the jury in this trial chose to ignore evidence and side with the uncertainty and manipulation planted by the defense. You can tell that Jeff struggled to maintain his temper and professionalism during this trial not only as a prosecutor, but also as a parent. The case has always intrigued me, but this book satisfied some of the questions I had, and is the most credible from Jeff Ashton's role in the case.

Enjoyed

i enjoyed the book. It moves briskly yet remains engrossing. lots of behind the scenes info.