To Protect the Guilty — Jeffrey Ashford

Jim Parker had been warned against the enmity of Albert Friendly, the simpleton who had been part of his life before his conviction and sentence for manslaughter. What threat could Friendly possibly be to him? Parker discovered the terrible answer on his release, as he fought for a normal life again. As the dangers closed in, Parker learned that sometimes, the innocent must sufferwhile the law protects the guilty.