The Dreams of Ada by Robert Mayer

The Dreams of Ada by Robert Mayer

Robert Mayer's The Dreams of Ada recounts the distressing disappearance of Denice Haraway from a convenience store in Ada, Oklahoma, in 1984. The tranquility of the small town was shattered by rumors of terrible crimes, triggering an intense police investigation. Six months later, Tommy Ward and Karl Frontenot were arrested, despite the absence of a body, weapon, or eyewitness. Although they later retracted their "confessions," they were convicted and sentenced to death. The Dreams of Ada powerfully examines a case of small-town justice gone awry, a story of fear, obsession, and the tragic outcomes of a flawed legal process.

Why You'll Love This Book:

This true crime narrative delves into a disturbing case of potential wrongful conviction in a small town gripped by fear. Follow the twists and turns of the investigation and the subsequent legal battles of Tommy Ward and Karl Frontenot. Mayer's compelling storytelling raises important questions about justice and the reliability of confessions.